More than half of Filipinos believe offshore gaming operations are harmful to the Philippines, according to a Pulse Asia survey commissioned by Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian. READ:
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The survey, conducted from Nov. 27 to Dec. 1, showed that 58% of 1,200 respondents see the adverse effects of the continued presence of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators .Most respondents were against the continuation of POGOs due to the proliferation of related vices and crimes, especially those involving Chinese nationals.
Respondents also had concerns with the increasing cost of rent for residential or business properties as an offshoot of the presence of POGOs. The committee is currently investigating the economic benefits versus the social costs of continued POGO operations in the country.
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