Pagcor orders licensees, operators to promote gambling helpline

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) on Wednesday has ordered that all existing advertisements advocating “responsible gaming” be replaced with materials promoting its 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline (NPGH). Citing a June 9 memorandum issued by its Gaming Licensing and Development Department, Pagcor issued the directive to all licensees, suppliers, gaming