On 4 November 2025, Cambodian authorities announced the suspension of licences and closure of four casinos in the coastal city of Sihanoukville, citing involvement in “crime of concealment and fraud through technology”. The establishments included two casinos branded under Jin Pei Group LLC (Jinbei-branded) and two under G.C. Media LLC (GC-branded).
The National Immigration Administration of China announced on 3 November 2025 that it will widen its pilot programme allowing mainland “talent” to travel to and from Hong Kong and Macau under more relaxed visa and border-control conditions.
The Jeju Dream Tower casino on Jeju Island has once again drawn attention after posting a dramatic rise in gaming revenue in October 2025. Industry reports indicate the property nearly doubled its year-on-year revenue during the month, a surge driven by steady visitor momentum and robust table-game performance.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) announced that its net income for the first nine months of 2025 reached ₱14.32 billion (approximately US $244 million), marking a year-on-year increase of 49 %.
In a striking show of local engagement ahead of the upcoming 15th 15th National Games — co-hosted by the Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao regions — Macau’s six major gaming concessionaires took centre stage during the regional torch relay held on Sunday.
Author: Janice Chew • Tuesday, 04/11/2025
