Macau Authorities Expect to Double Casino Regulators
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Macau authorities expect to double the number of casino inspectors. Several departments are tipped to be restructured.
Macau authorities expect to double the number of casino inspectors to 459. New regulations will include a new director to be posted at the DICJ. Mainland authorities have insisted on limiting financing options for international gambling.
New government amendment is a response to the increase in Casino Activity. The proposal calls for the creation of a deputy-director level post. Adriano Marques Ho is currently in charge of the local casino authority. His time in the top role was recently extended to 2023. Lio Chi Chong is the sole deputy director based at the regulator since February 2021.
Changes set to effect new Casino Licenses. Galaxy Entertainment, Melco Resorts, SJM Holding, MGM China, Wynn Macau and Sands China will all be required to rebid for gaming concessions as their licenses are set for expiration next year. The government confirmed in March a new re-tendering process for the gaming concession in the second half of 2021.
