PAGCOR Clarifies Non-Association with Illegal Online Gaming Operations
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has
PAGCOR 澄清與非法線上博弈無關
菲律賓娛樂博彩公司（PAGCOR）近日回應外界對大規模關閉非法線上博弈活動的說法。先前有報導稱，PAGCOR 已關閉 175 家菲律賓離岸博彩營運商（POGOs），並遣返約 40,000 名中國籍員工。不過，PAGCOR 最新聲明澄清，參與非法活動者與獲授權的 POGO 並無關聯。
澳博控股宣布由何超鳳出任正式代表
相關消息方面，澳博控股（SJM Holdings）宣布由何超鳳擔任公司正式代表。依澳博控股說明，何超鳳將處理所有正式商務往來，並與澳門特區政府、公司子公司與其他機構進行聯繫。
POGO 問題引發國際壓力，PAGCOR 受關注
PAGCOR 近來面臨更多國際審視，特別是來自 POGO 主要業務導向的中國。中國駐菲大使黃溪連曾公開批評 POGO。對此，PAGCOR 在聲明中澄清：「本機構在此說明，相關人士的活動與合法 POGO 絕無關聯。凡未獲 PAGCOR 核准而從事線上賭博者，均不被視為 POGO。」PAGCOR 主席兼執行長 Alejandro Tengco 強調，當局對 POGO 的營運進行嚴格監管，未達離岸博彩牌照要求的單位，不得被視為合法離岸博彩營運商。
馬來西亞柔佛州警方突襲 Marina Cove，多人被捕
另一起相關案件中，馬來西亞柔佛州警方在 Marina Cove 的 Tepian Bayu 公寓突擊一處呼叫中心，破獲一個非法線上賭博集團，逮捕五名男子，年齡介於 20 至 40 歲。據報這些嫌犯涉入點數轉帳作業，並宣傳該集團的線上賭博平台。當局在行動中查扣筆電、手機、WiFi 分享器、門禁卡，以及現金 3,950 令吉（約 850 美元）。柔佛州總警長拿督卡瑪魯·扎曼·瑪邁（Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat）表示，這些營運人員領有基本薪資，並按每局遊戲抽取佣金。
總結而言，PAGCOR 強調：「任何個人、團體或實體，若未獲 PAGCOR 授權而從事線上賭博，不應被視為 POGO。」此舉凸顯其對合法且受規範博弈營運的承諾。
何超鳳出任澳娛綜合（SJM Resorts）常務董事
澳娛綜合宣布委任何超鳳為新任常務董事，並已獲澳門特區行政長官核准。何超鳳於 2019 年 3 月加入澳博控股董事會，並自 2018 年起出任澳博控股有限公司主席；澳博控股為澳娛綜合之母公司，何氏在集團中擔任要職。
澳娛綜合的官方聲明指出，何超鳳女士在新職務下的職權將進一步擴大：「作為常務董事，何超鳳女士被賦予更廣泛的管理責任與權限。她被指定為澳娛綜合的主要代表，負責監督與澳門特區政府的各項重要商務往來與交流，並與旗下子公司及各外部機構保持聯繫。
『其職責亦涵蓋公司日常營運與企業事務之管理，包括擬定策略、設定目標與投資規劃。何女士將確保公司所有活動均符合相關法律與監管要求。』
recently addressed claims about the closure of numerous illicit online gaming activities. Reports earlier suggested that 175 Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) were shut down by PAGCOR, leading to the deportation of around 40,000 Chinese workers. However, PAGCOR’s latest statement clarifies that those engaged in illegal activities are not connected to authorized POGOs.
SJM Holdings Announces Ho as Official Representative
In a related development, SJM Holdings announced that Ho would take on the role of official representative. Ho will handle all formal business interactions and liaise with the Macau SAR Government, company subsidiaries, and other entities, as stated by SJM Holdings.
International Pressure on PAGCOR Over POGOs
PAGCOR is facing increased scrutiny internationally, especially from China, where most POGO operators direct their activities. The Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines, Huang Xilian, has publicly criticized POGOs. In response, PAGCOR’s statement clarified: “The agency would like to clarify that the activities of said individuals are not in any way related to legitimate POGOs. Entities conducting online gambling without PAGCOR’s approval are not recognized as POGOs.” PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco emphasized the rigorous monitoring of POGO operations, stating that entities failing to meet the requirements for an offshore gaming license cannot be considered legal offshore gaming operators.
Raid at Marina Cove by Johor Police Leads to Arrests
In a related incident, the Johor Police in Malaysia apprehended five men at a call centre in Marina Cove’s Tepian Bayu Apartments, disrupting an illegal online gambling ring. The suspects, aged between 20 and 40, were reportedly involved in credit transfer operations and promoting the syndicate’s online gambling platforms. Authorities seized laptops, mobile phones, WiFi routers, access cards, and a sum of RM3,950 ($850) during the raid. Johor Police Chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat disclosed that these operators received a basic salary and a commission per game.
In conclusion, PAGCOR stresses that “Any individual, group or entity conducting online gambling without PAGCOR’s authorization should not be considered a POGO,” highlighting its commitment to legal and regulated gambling operations.
Daisy Ho Takes Helm as Managing Director at SJM Resorts
SJM Resorts has announced the appointment of Daisy Ho as the new Managing Director, a decision ratified by the Chief Executive of the Macau SAR. Ho joined the SJM Board of Directors in March 2019 and holds a pivotal role as an Executive Director at SJM Holdings Limited, the parent entity of SJM, where her leadership journey continued as she was named Chairman in 2018.
An official statement from SJM highlighted the expanded scope of Ms. Ho’s role: “In her capacity as Managing Director, Ms. Daisy Ho is entrusted with broader managerial responsibilities and authority. She is designated as the principal representative of SJM, tasked with overseeing all key business interactions and engagements with the Macau SAR Government, in addition to liaising with subsidiaries and various external entities.
“Her responsibilities extend to managing the company’s daily operations and corporate affairs, which encompass devising strategies, setting goals, and planning investments. Ms. Ho will ensure that all company activities align with legal and regulatory requirements.”
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