Category: Asia

International Manhunt Leads to Extradition Two alleged operators of illegal online gambling networks have been extradited from the UAE to South Korea, concluding a multi-agency

Foreign Visitors Surge in First Half of 2026 In the initial six months of 2026, Vietnam welcomed approximately 12.3 million international tourists, marking a 14.9%

Major Sentosa Transformation Unveiled On July 3rd, Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) introduced the ambitious Greater Sentosa Master Plan (GSMP), aimed at reshaping the resort landscape

Increase in Gongbei Checkpoint Traffic The Gongbei gateway, a crucial link between Zhuhai and Macau, recorded over 64 million crossings in the first half of

UAE Lottery Collaborates for SAGIP Initiative In a bid to assist Filipino expatriates residing in the UAE, the UAE Lottery has teamed up with the

Japan’s Record-breaking Tourism Growth The OECD’s 2026 report highlights Japan as a leader in tourism growth among its member and partner countries. In 2025, Japan

GKL Experiences Sales Drop Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), a foreigner-only casino operator in South Korea, faced a 13.8% decline in June sales compared to May,

Macroeconomic Challenges Impacting Demand Casino operators in the Asia-Pacific region are experiencing tempered demand over the upcoming year. Factors such as economic uncertainty, elevated oil

Macau’s Gaming Share Increases A recent survey conducted by CLSA reveals that the gaming sector in Macau is capturing a greater portion of visitor expenditures.

Monthly GGR Forecast Macau’s gaming revenue in July is anticipated to drop by 7 to 9 percent compared to last year, influenced by the World

Recognition in Global ESG Indices Sands China Ltd. has once again been recognized in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices. For the fifth year running, the

June Performance Overview Lotte Tour Development announced a significant growth in casino sales at Jeju Dream Tower for June, reaching KRW48.72 billion ($31.3 million), marking