The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation has announced uniform technical standards that PAGCOR President and COO Jorge Sarmiento says will ensure the integrity of electronic gaming machines and promote best practices.
PAGCOR officials expressed appreciation to testing company Gaming Laboratories International for its support and assistance in the effort. GLI Asia General Manager Larry Xiao attended the ceremony announcing the standards as an “honorable guest.”
“We are pleased to finally have uniform technical standards that will ensure a high level of integrity of slot machines and other types of electronic gaming machines operating in the Philippines,” said Sarmiento. “This cooperative endeavor between PAGCOR and GLI reflects our desire for the Philippines to adhere to global best practices in all aspects of gaming.”
“We are honored with the incredible trust the Philippines Amusement and Gaming Corporation has bestowed in GLI,” said Ian Hughes, vice president of global services for GLI “Since 1998, we have worked closely with PAGCOR, and we are absolutely thrilled with the opportunity to work with PAGCOR side by side on the establishment of this technical standard.
“GLI’s strong local presence has contributed tremendously to this effort. GLI is also humbled by this achievement and will continue to serve PAGCOR and other regulators around globe to best of our ability.”
