Illegal POGOs outside our jurisdiction, says PAGCOR chairA raided Philippine offshore gaming hub in Porac, Pampanga on June 24, 2024 during an ocular inspection led by Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian. MANILA, Philippines — The gaming regulator has no jurisdiction over illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), PAGCOR Chairperson Alejandro Tengco said Tuesday. “PAGCOR has no jurisdiction over illegal [POGOs]. The Department of Labor and Employment, meanwhile, said it will implement job placement assistance and other interventions to help transition workers displaced by the POGO ban. Sen. Risa Hontiveros, a longtime critic of POGOs, also emphasized the need for a "just transition" to ensure that Filipino POGO workers are taken care of following the phaseout.

Source: Philippine Star July 24, 2024 14:32 UTC