Described: 16 Mar 2024 at 13: 16
A study that was submitted to the House of Representatives on Friday revealed that the government is once more considering legalizing casinos to attract investment and hospitality, but such proposals have previously been stymied by the media due to public criticism.
State-controlled horse racing and the jackpot are the only gaming venues in Thailand. But at least 10 % of Thais are addicted to gambling, the investigation, by a 60- representative council of government and opposition politicians, said.
Many in the business think a Thai casino sector would be a great achievement in drawing foreign visitors, creating strong opposition for Macau, the only place in China where citizens can play casino games legally.
In the past, legalizing gambling has been discussed, but no state has succeeded due to public criticism. In a 2021 opinion poll, 46.51 % opposed legalised gambling due to moral and crime concerns, while 21.25 % were supportive.
A related study was approved last year by the previous legislature, but the house wasdissolved before the cabinet was take it into account.
According to Sorawong Thienthong, vice president of the political committee, private companies would bear the costs of building and operating entertainment complexes made up of casinos, according to Sorawong Thienthong, sin chairman of the political committee, according to the proposals in the study, which was seen by Reuters.
The majority of the purchase will be made up of Thai and international companies with experience in this area, according to Mr. Sorawong.
He predicted that a large complex would require a minimum investment of 100 billion baht ( US$ 2. 79 billion ).
The study includes a review law on the blackjack concept, which does have legislative approval before being sent to the cabinet for consideration.
Although there are no specific entertainment complexes or locations, the committee suggested that a complex be located in a major tourist destination and be within 100 kilometres ( 60 miles ) of an airport.
According to Mr. Sorawong, the investigation might be submitted for parliamentary scrutiny on March 28.
He stated that” we want to pass the law and begin selling licenses to shareholders within this government.”  ,