10/14/20 Yokohama to run a second RFC process for IR The city will conduct another request-for-concept process for its integrated resort bid following the publication of Japan’s basic policy.
10/14/20 RWG to remain open despite Malaysia lockdown While some cities in the country undergo a partial lockdown for two weeks due to new Covid-19 cases, Resorts World Genting will remain open.
10/14/20 IMF forecasts 53% drop in GDP for Macau The International Monetary Fund has adjusted downwards its predictions for Macau’s economy due to the impact of the pandemic.
10/14/20 Kangwon Land reopens with cap on capacity In a second pandemic-related lockdown, the casino was closed from August 23.
10/14/20 ACMA blocks two more gambling websites The Australian authority warned customers to withdraw funds from Dinkum Pokies and Fortune Clock Casino.
10/14/20 China could criminalise promotion of overseas casinos The country is also considering an increase in penalties for installing casinos in the country.
10/14/20 Qingdao visitors will have to quarantine in Macau The measure will apply to all visitors entering Macau who have been to Qingdao city in the prior 14 days.
10/13/20 Nagasaki to meet with potential IR partners Authorities will answer potential partners’ concerns about the delay of the bidding process.
10/13/20 Suncity to sponsor sailing team in Japan amid IR race The Hong Kong-based gaming operator intends to support sport in Wakayama while it looks to participate in the area’s IR bid.
10/13/20 Osaka to hold referendum on Metropolis Plan Authorities have announced the date for a referendum to approve the Osaka Metropolis Plan.
10/13/20 Gambling execs sentenced in bribery case Two former 500.com advisors have received suspended jail sentences in a case related to Japan’s IR scheme.
10/13/20 Bank Australia blocks gambling transactions As of December 1, customers will be banned from using their credit cards for gambling or lottery activities.
10/13/20 Macau: government income from junkets drops 24% Junkets accounted for only 46 per cent of last year’s GGR and paid US$37 million in taxes on commissions.
10/13/20 POGO exodus: number of foreign worker applications halves There were 49 per cent fewer requests for permits between January and September compared to the same period last year.
