Caution urged on casino issue

Finance Minister Surapong Suebwonglee and Prime Minister’s Office Minister Jakrapob Penkair both downplayed the idea of legalising casinos yesterday. They agreed the government would first have to hear opinions on the issue.

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Mon, March 3rd, 2008

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