Pampanga officials, business leaders support Marcos’ ban on POGOs

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The Pampanga Chamber of Commerce welcomes the ban after earlier noting POGOs' negative effects on the region's reputation as a safe destination for business and investments

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“I thank the President for banning all POGOs in our country. Because of his declaration, we are expecting that once and for all, all illegal activities of the Chinese in our country will be stopped,” the governor said in a Facebook post. Romero had pushed for the banning of POGOs, noting how their negative effects have tarnished the region’s reputation as a safe and viable destination for business and investments because of criminal activities, such as money laundering.

Porac Mayor Jaime Capil echoed support for the ban, noting the significant challenges posed by POGO operations. “Despite the negative publicity we have faced in recent weeks, we have consistently and courageously participated in all hearings related to POGOs to uncover the truth,” Capil said.

 

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