Filipinos online welcome Marcos’ POGO ban in SONA 2024

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Filipinos online welcome Marcos’ POGO ban in SONA 2024
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s declaration of his stances on two of the country's most pressing issues – POGOs and the West Philippine Sea – draw strong reactions from Filipinos online

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Filipinos online welcomed the President’s pronouncements, with POGO ranking third on Philippine trends on X .Prior to the SONA, the banning of Philippine offshore gaming operators was among the issues that Filipinos hoped President Marcos would address.However, some Filipinos online felt this was not enough to resolve the issue. They believe that actions are needed, not just statements.

Human rights lawyer Chel Diokno emphasized that the ban should be accompanied by holding accountable those involved in these illegal operations. everyone clapping when Jr announced the total ban of POGO but we know sen. risa is the person who brought light to this issue.A social media user expressed appreciation for journalists and activists who are fact-checking and providing context to the issues addressed by Marcos during the SONA.

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