Thailand pursues casino legislation for economic growth

Added: April 3, 2024

In order to establish economic corridors, the Thai government is pushing casino legislation, which may bring in a new age for Thailand’s casinos.

According to reports, these corridors could begin operating in 2029, and this year is when the casinos’ bidding processes are supposed to end. If authorized, they might begin operations in five years, subject to regulatory clearance.

A study designed to investigate the advantages of casinos in these economic corridors has been approved by the Thai House of Representatives. As discussions move forward, the government will be presented with the findings.

Samuel Yin Shao, an analyst at Maybank IB, pointed out that there might be enhancements to transportation infrastructure as well as other tourism advantages when the economic corridors become operational. For Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to deliver on the nation’s economic pledges, this action may be essential.

Overcoming a major roadblock, the agreement on a seventeen percent tax rate for the region was a big step. The legislation and this tax rate are intended to fight the illegal market and make the area more competitive with Singapore and Macau in the casino industry.

These specifics can be found in a report from the previous administration that examined the possible social and economic effects of casino expansion.

In the midst of Southeast Asia’s competitive casino business, Thailand hopes that it can emulate Singapore’s gambling industry’s success. According to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, Thailand needs to confront its illegal gambling industry and transition to a regulated one.

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