Marcos Makes it Official: POGOs Must Go

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. officially banned Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) due to their involvement in criminal activities, including human trafficking and illegal gambling targeting Chinese nationals. These operations have disguised themselves as call centers and are often located in self-contained compounds, making them difficult for authorities to investigate. The crackdown has led to the departure of thousands of Chinese nationals, impacting the local economy and leaving many Filipinos unemployed.

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