The gaming industry in Mexico generates 50,000 direct jobs and 120,000 indirect jobs, as well as significant foreign investment, said the Association of Permit Holders, Operators and Suppliers of the Entertainment and Gambling Industry in Mexico (AIEJA).
During the inauguration of the IV International Gambling Convention, Miguel Ángel Ochoa, president of the AIEJA, pointed out that the recent decree to the Regulation of the Federal Law on Games and Sweepstakes presents opportunities for the sector, especially in the revision of the legislation. updated.
Oscar Paredes Arroyo, president of the Board of Directors of “El Palacio de los Numeros”, stressed the importance of establishing effective public relations to promote the enactment of a new law that reflects technological advances and the current needs of the gaming industry in Mexico .
For his part, Fadlala Akabani, Secretary of Economic Development of Mexico City, highlighted the significant economic contribution of the gaming sector, which with 425 casinos operating in the country, generates almost 50 thousand direct and 120 thousand indirect jobs, as well as a economic spill of 5.5 billion pesos, in 2023 alone.
“Mexico is experiencing a fundamental moment. Not only is there an economic rebound due to nearshoring, but there is also a significant rebound in the tourism sector and the games and raffles sector cannot be left behind. “It is a fundamental complement to consolidate Mexico as a tourist country with a variety of options that allows it to attract more and more tourism.”
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With the support of the Federal Government and the expectation of a new treaty between Mexico, the United States and Canada in 2026, exponential growth is projected for the online gaming sector, strengthening Mexico’s position as a diversified and attractive tourist destination.
2024-03-14 19:05:55
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