Thailand's cabinet approves draft law to legalise casinos and gambling


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  • Monday, 13 Jan 2025

FILE PHOTO: Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra speaks during a press conference after a special cabinet meeting at the Government house in Bangkok, Thailand, September 7, 2024. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha/File Photo

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's cabinet has approved a draft law that would legalise gambling and casinos, a move aimed at boosting tourism, jobs and investment, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Monday.

Under the government's plan, the law, which will be sent to parliament for deliberation, would see gambling take place in large-scale entertainment complexes.

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