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Full probe into illegal POGO activities
By Nidz Godino
“We cannot allow these rogue POGO operators to persist in their illicit actions… imperative that we identify and unmask masterminds and protectors behind these operations so they can be prosecuted to fullest extent of the law,” Speaker Martin Romualdez said House of Representatives will investigate illegal activities involving Philippine offshore gaming operators or POGOs.
Based on directive from Romualdez, chamber will examine thoroughly various criminal activities, including money laundering, human trafficking and other offenses allegedly committed by these illegitimate gaming hubs.
During probe, lawmakers will also review effectiveness of current regulations and identify any gaps that allow POGOs to evade law.
Romualdez said establishing identities of those responsible for protecting and facilitating these illegal operations and ensuring they are held accountable is “priority” of investigation.
This move, Romualdez noted, underscores government’s commitment to curbing illegal activities and ensuring existing regulations are effectively enforced.
Earlier, Speaker does not favor total ban on POGOs because they would only go underground, making monitoring more difficult for authorities.
Instead, he proposed strict regulation and enforcement of laws against illegal POGOs.
Meanwhile, provincial council of Bulacan is proposing to disallow operation of POGOs in the province.
Council tackled issue following reports on proliferation of POGO operations that have been causing various social, economic and security issues in the country.
Draft ordinance states: “Provincial Government of Bulacan genuinely believes adverse impacts of POGO operations surpass their alleged economic benefits and can potentially worsen existing social ills while posing threat to country’s overall economic stability.”
On June 26, Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando issued Executive Order No. 19, series of 2024 enjoining close monitoring of POGOs in the province.
As per EO, all local chief executives in the province are expected to inventory all POGO operations within their respective jurisdictions; monitor whether such operations have appropriate government licenses and approvals and conduct appropriate regulatory inspections on such POGOs
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