The WPT Prime Thailand Championship Event took center stage in the 25-tournament series China’s Haoran Sun claimed victory at the first-ever WPT Prime Thailand Championship, making poker history in the country’s inaugural officially recognized live tournament series. The landmark event, held at UOB LIVE inside Bangkok’s Emsphere Mall from July 31 to August 5, marked
Lawmakers will only move forward with public support, which continues to wane Thailand’s push to legalize casino resorts has stalled amid growing public resistance and political instability, despite early momentum and significant economic potential. The country’s proposed Entertainment Complex Bill, which once appeared likely to pass by the end of the year, has been pulled
The decision opens up new possibilities for poker and possibly gambling in the country Thailand has officially recognized poker as a sport, marking a significant shift in how the game is perceived in the country. The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) approved the move during a recent board meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Suriya
The poker organization hopes to build on poker’s popularity in the region The World Poker Tour (WPT) has launched its first-ever Dealer Certification Program in Thailand, marking a significant step forward in the country’s growing poker scene. The event, held from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Bangkok, was a collaboration between the Thai Ministry
The government is officially putting the plans on hold amid public resistance and political scandals Thailand’s initiative to legalize casinos and entertainment complexes has come to an abrupt halt for 2025. Just recently, the Thai cabinet decided to withdraw a draft law intended to establish a regulated gambling industry. The government cited the need for
Controversy surrounding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra could be the breaking point Thailand’s plans to move forward with casino development are facing serious uncertainty following the suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra by the Constitutional Court. The situation has sparked renewed efforts from opposition parties and civil society groups to derail the Entertainment Complex Bill, a
Increased public resistance to legalized casinos has forced the government to react Thailand’s push to legalize casino gambling has been slowed down following growing public concern. The government, led by the Pheu Thai Party, has opted to move the proposed casino-entertainment bill to the bottom of its legislative agenda, signaling a significant delay in plans
Lobbyists opposing casino gambling have reportedly secured the signatures needed Thailand’s push to legalize casino gambling could soon be put to a public vote, following growing resistance from a coalition of civil groups. The Stop Gambling Foundation of Thailand, backed by over 200 local and national organizations, has submitted more than 53,900 signatures to the
Lawmakers are confident the legislation will progress over the summer Thailand’s controversial casino bill is expected to take center stage when the country’s parliament reconvenes in early July. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat confirmed that the legislation, which would legalize casino-entertainment complexes, is now a top priority for the government, despite ongoing political tension and
Some lawmakers are calling for a referendum, which could force the bill to a halt Thailand’s ongoing journey toward legalized casino gambling has hit a potential roadblock, as a Senate panel has called for a national referendum before moving forward with any new legislation. This development, while not entirely unexpected, adds a significant layer of
The government may expect all gamblers to show they can afford to enter casinos Thailand is considering new steps to regulate casino tourism by potentially introducing background and financial checks for foreigners visiting legal gambling venues. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced that the government is exploring ways to tightly control access to any future casinos,
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is confident the legislation will be approved Thailand’s long-discussed casino bill is still expected to move forward, despite recent delays and increasing criticism. The proposal, which would legalize casinos as part of larger entertainment complexes, was originally scheduled to reach Parliament during the previous session but was pushed back. The
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