Malaysia to intensify crackdown on illegal gambling operations
Malaysia will increase efforts to combat illegal gambling, despite challenges from sophisticated online operations based overseas.Summary
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the government will intensify its crackdown on illegal gambling operations throughout Malaysia. While enforcement actions have already led to the seizure of billions of ringgit, Anwar acknowledged significant hurdles, including the location of many operators overseas and their use of sophisticated electronic systems that allow for rapid operation changes. He stated that these operations can “open and shut quickly,” making them difficult to target. The crackdown is intended to address revenue leakages and complement fiscal consolidation efforts beyond simply reducing subsidies. The government also plans to focus on public accountability and awareness campaigns to educate citizens about illegal gambling activities and their legal consequences.
(Source：Thesun)