Pagcor suspends Resorts World Manila license

In a message cited by the Inquirer newspaper, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) chair Andrea Domingo said the agency’s board has served Resorts World Manila president Kingson Sian a “cease and desist” order for all its gaming operations.
In a Facebook post on Friday, Resorts World said it had decided to remain shut at least until June 15 to help ensure that all safety issues have been addressed before it resumes business operations.

Earlier, Pagcor said the tragic event “shows the vulnerability of our institutions in the face or any form of terror attack.”

As such, the gaming regulator said there is a need “to strengthen security and safety measures and protocols – especially in tourist areas and public places.”

“Pagcor, as a responsible corporate citizen is committed to implement the highest security standards both for its licensed operators and its own gaming operations,” it said in a statement.

Prior to the Resorts World incident, Pagcor said it had issued a security advisory to all its licensees and gaming site operators to increase security preparedness in their respective areas to ensure the safety of employees and guests. It also reminded operators to abide by the curfew rules and other ordinances that may be issued by the local government units where they are situated. This advisory was issued in the light of the terrorist activities in Mindanao.