Philippines Orders Removal of Gambling Ads Amid Addiction Fears

The Philippines’ gaming regulator has ordered the immediate dismantling of all gambling billboards and advertisements across the country amid worries over a growing betting addiction in the Southeast Asian nation.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation or Pagcor has given licensees, suppliers and gaming venue operators until Aug. 15 to remove ad materials, including those displayed on public transport vehicles, according to a statement from the agency on Friday.