As reported by the Bangkok Post, lawmakers spent just two and half hours debating the proposal which was based on a report by a special committee set up in December of 2021.
As a result of the report, the House voted in favor of evaluating the economic potential for tourist attraction by the establishment of casinos. However, the benefits must be weighed against any possible issues that may arise due to the ease of access to gambling.
Thailand Casinos One Step Closer as Lawmakers Approve Report on Gambling Proposals Thailand Casinos One Step Closer as Lawmakers Approve Report on Gambling Proposals Thailand Casinos One Step Closer as Lawmakers Approve Report on Gambling ProposalsAccording to the report, Casinos would be open to both locals and tourists with the age limit of 21 applying to both groups. Locals would also need to supply evidence of having at least THB฿500,000 (€13,951) in their bank accounts over a six-month period.
The proposals suggest casinos in Bangkok, 22 main tourism areas, and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). However, the report notes that Bangkok and the EEC are the most economically viable areas for casinos.
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