Monthly Archives: October 2014

Money from Asia fuels Las Vegas rebound

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Muhammad Cohen

Asian bettors and investors are leading the comeback in Las Vegas. Continue reading →

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Singapore regulators push non-gaming revenue

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Muhammad Cohen

Hotels, conventions and other non-gaming attractions deliver a quarter of the revenue at Singapore’s casino resorts. Continue reading →

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New Indonesia president faces legislative deadlock

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Muhammad Cohen

Indonesia’s old guard aims to derail reformist president Joko Widowo, a potentially transformational political figure. Continue reading →

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Hong Kong, Beijing need electoral reform all can accept

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Muhammad Cohen

There must be room to negotiate to let Hong Kong to choose a representative chief executive. Continue reading →

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Philippines gears up for casino big leagues

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Muhammad Cohen

Manila’s new integrated resorts will need foreign players by the planeload to meet expectations. Continue reading →

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