Tag: POGO
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Alyansa Candidates Push for Robust Enforcement of POGO Shutdown
In a recent press conference held at Citadines Bay City in Pasay City, senatorial candidates from the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas coalition emphasized the need for a more rigorous enforcement of the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) closure policy. The candidates, including Makati City Mayor Abby Binay, stressed that the issue lies not in…
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Philippines Aims to Eradicate Illegal POGOs by 2025
The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has set a goal to completely eliminate all illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) by the end of 2025. Undersecretary Gilbert Cruz, the PAOCC’s Executive Director, shared this ambition during a recent Saturday News Forum in Quezon City. Following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s ban on POGOs in January,…
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Senator Demands Arrest of Filipino POGO Workers Involved in Illegal Activities
Senator Raffy Tulfo has expressed strong criticism over the handling of raids on illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), highlighting a perceived disparity in treatment between Filipino and foreign workers. During a Senate public hearing, Tulfo pointed out that while foreign nationals caught in POGO raids are detained and deported, Filipino workers receive government assistance.…
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Senator Demands Arrest of Filipinos Involved in POGO Scams
Senator Raffy Tulfo has voiced strong criticism against the current handling of raids on illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), highlighting a perceived disparity in treatment between Filipino and foreign workers. During a Senate public hearing, Tulfo pointed out that while foreign nationals caught in POGO raids are detained and deported, Filipino workers receive government…
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Bureau of Immigration Deports 26 Foreign Nationals Linked to Illegal POGO Operations
In a significant move against illegal activities, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) deported 26 foreign nationals involved in illicit Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) on Friday, February 7, 2025. The group, comprising 23 Chinese and three Malaysian individuals, was sent back to their home countries on flights operated by Philippine Airlines and Malaysian Airlines, respectively.…
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Two Fraudulent PAOCC Agents Arrested for Scamming Former POGO Employees
In Manila, authorities have apprehended two individuals from a travel agency who falsely claimed to be part of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC). These imposters were caught soliciting funds from the relatives of former Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) employees. The arrests were made following a sting operation involving the PAOCC, the Criminal Investigation…
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Bureau of Immigration Deports 54 Foreigners in Crackdown on Illegal Aliens
In a recent operation, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the deportation of 54 foreign nationals, predominantly Chinese, over a five-day period. The deportations took place between January 31 and February 5, with the individuals being sent back on various flights departing from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The group comprised 46 Chinese nationals, seven…
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Senate Report Highlights Persistent Threat of POGO-Linked Crime Despite Ban
A recent Senate committee report has raised alarms about the ongoing threat posed by criminal syndicates associated with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), despite their official ban. The report, presented by Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros, underscores the adaptability of these criminal networks, which have shifted their operations to new sectors such as casinos…
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Senate Report Highlights Persistent Threat of POGO-Linked Crimes Despite Ban
In a recent Senate committee report, it was revealed that criminal syndicates associated with Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) are still active, adapting their operations to new sectors despite the ban. On January 15, 2025, a raid in Silang, Cavite, led to the arrest of 29 foreign nationals, highlighting the ongoing issue. Senate Deputy Minority…
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