The 2023 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Gaming Conference, hosted in Manila, Philippines, achieved remarkable success, attracting an unprecedented gathering of almost 1,300 gaming specialists. This year witnessed a significant increase in participants from around the world, encompassing a wide spectrum of industry representatives. The event also boasted an enlarged exhibition area, displaying state-of-the-art gaming innovations and developments from prominent firms. Significantly, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) provided its backing to the conference, with its recently appointed Chairman and CEO presenting a principal speech. Key figures in the industry utilized the forum to exchange perspectives on the trajectory of gaming within the region, with conversations encompassing creativity, governance, and ethical gaming practices. The triumph of the 2023 ASEAN Gaming Summit highlights the region’s escalating significance as an international gaming center.
Luis Pereira, the top dog at Asia Gaming Brief, was brimming with enthusiasm. “This year’s ASEAN Gaming Summit was absolutely phenomenal! It’s a clear indication that the gaming sector is back in full force post-pandemic – we’re witnessing unprecedented resilience and vigor. A massive thanks to my incredible crew for orchestrating such a remarkable event. We truly went above and beyond with a revamped structure this year, elevating it to a whole new echelon compared to the previous year. This is undoubtedly a springboard for even more extraordinary events down the line.”
He continued, expressing his appreciation, “We couldn’t have achieved this without the steadfast backing of the entire sector, particularly the outstanding contributions from our colleagues at PAGCOR – a colossal thank you to them. And naturally, a huge debt of gratitude to all the operators from across the region who attended and imparted their invaluable perspectives. Let’s not overlook the brilliant individuals who graced the stage – our speakers were absolute superstars! A big shout-out to all our panelists, moderators, and speakers for not only donating their time but also sharing their knowledge and expertise. We’re eager to hear your feedback so we can make next year’s event even more legendary!”
Vicky Chan, the dynamic General Manager at Asia Gaming Brief, added, “We’ve been astounded by the overwhelmingly favorable response from our incredible sponsors and exhibitors. This marked our inaugural summit and expo of this magnitude, and let me tell you, it was a resounding triumph! We had a remarkable attendance of industry titans and thought leaders.”
Excitement resonated around the positive reception for their upcoming gathering. Participants are keen to network with important customers internationally,” she noted.
The Eastern Alliance Gaming Summit concluded successfully following a poker social at City of Dreams Manila and a final celebration at XYLO at The Palace Manila.
