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PAGCOR licensee funds Operation Smile Philippines program

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A CASINO licensee of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) recently donated P3 million to Operation Smile Philippines (OSP) to help fund a community-based program being undertaken by said charitable institution.

MELCO Resorts (Philippines) Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the City of Dreams Manila, signed a Memorandum of Agreement with OSP in Parañaque City on June 10, 2022 to formalize its provision of financial assistance to the institution’s Community Health Assistance Program (CHAP). The program is set to run in Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital, the country’s largest government maternity hospital, and is meant to address public health issues affecting mothers and children such as cleft deformity and infant and maternal mortality.

In an issued statement, MRP Foundation and Melco Leisure President and Chairman Clarence Chung affirmed their foundation’s commitment to help promote the welfare of Filipino mothers and children.

“In keeping with MRP Foundation’s commitment to implement and fund health programs, we are glad to continue supporting Operation Smile Philippines’ projects to help improve the health of Filipino mothers and children while contributing to the advancement of the government’s efforts to secure a more resilient healthcare system,” he said.

OSP Executive Director Emiliano Romano said the donation from MRP Foundation will be very beneficial in their delivery of services and care for children born with cleft lip or cleft palate and in their effort to reduce the incidence of maternal and infant mortality.

“It will be used to invest first in a system that can be utilized for cleft registry inside Fabella Memorial Hospital and in the conduct of necessary trainings,” he explained.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Andrea Domingo, who graced the event, meanwhile, expressed delight over the partnership between the MRP and OSP, which she said “would help address the medical needs of those who cannot afford expensive health-related treatment and services.”

The state-run gaming firm requires all its casino licensees to establish a beneficiary foundation devoted to the restoration of cultural heritage to meet its corporate social responsibility objectives. The licensees shall fund their respective foundations by setting aside a percentage of their total Gross Gaming Revenues.

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DigiPlus Officially Incorporates Singapore Hub to Power Global Growth

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DigiPlus Interactive Corp, the Philippines’ leading digital entertainment company, has taken a step forward in its international growth strategy with the official incorporation of DigiPlus Global Pte Ltd in Singapore.

Fully owned by Diginvest Holdings Inc, a 100% subsidiary of DigiPlus Interactive, the newly established DigiPlus Global will serve as the company’s international hub—driving its global ambitions through strategic partnerships, talent acquisition and corporate support. The entity is formally registered under Singapore’s business activity classification for head and regional offices, acting as DigiPlus Interactive’s centralised administrative and management office.

While the Singapore entity will focus solely on regional support services, it will not operate any gaming platforms in Singapore, in full respect of the country’s regulatory framework.

“This is not just an expansion; it’s a foundational step in our growth strategy. By anchoring our international presence in Singapore—one of the world’s most advanced business ecosystems—we are accelerating DigiPlus’ transformation into a globally recognized force in digital entertainment,” said DigiPlus Interactive Chairman Eusebio Tanco.

The move enables DigiPlus to deepen its access to global expertise, strengthen cross-border collaboration and build high-value relationships in key markets. It will also accelerate the company’s ability to pioneer the next wave of digital entertainment innovations as it continues to grow its digital platforms—BingoPlus, ArenaPlus and GameZone—which already dominate the Philippine market.

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KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION Named “Most Honored Company” in the Gaming Sector in Extel’s “2025 Japan Executive Team” Survey

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KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION has been named “Most Honored Company” in the gaming sector in Extel’s (formerly Institutional Investor) “2025 Japan Executive Team” survey.

This survey is conducted by Extel to select listed Japanese companies with outstanding IR activities based on votes from 541 investors and analysts from 237 firms, nominating a total of 533 companies.
In the gaming sector, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION ranked first in the categories of “Best CEO” (Sell-Side), “Best Investor Relations Professional,” “Best Investor Relations Program,” and “Best Company Board,” and as a result, the company has been named the “Most Honored Company.”

To increase our corporate value, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION places high priority on constructive dialogue with shareholders and investors to deepen mutual understanding. In FY2025, the company held over 400 IR meetings, with our top management actively participating in quarterly financial results briefings and overseas IR roadshows. The “Most Honored Company” designation is in recognition of these efforts.

KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION will continue to work to achieve sustainable growth and enhance our corporate value over the medium-to-long-term through our IR activities.

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Macau Govt Appoints Ng Wai Han as Director of DICJ

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The Macau Government has appointed Ng Wai Han, who was serving as Director of the Public Administration and Civil Service Bureau (SAFP), as Director of the Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ).

Ng had served as head of the Public Administration Bureau since September 2023, following a three-year stint as Deputy Director.

Between 1999 and 2020, Ng rose through the ranks of the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) to the position of Deputy Director.

With this appointment, the reshuffling of DICJ’s leadership team is now complete. The position of Director had remained vacant since 20 December last year, when her predecessor, Adriano Marques Ho, became Director General of the Macau Customs. Deputy Director Lio Chi Chong had been serving as Acting Director in the interim.

Lei Seak Chio, who, like Ng, previously worked at DSAL, was appointed one of DICJ’s Deputy Directors in February, replacing Peter Chui.

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