Resorts World Genting, the only casino in Malaysia and the flagship venue of Genting Cainos, is facing the threat of an immediate closure if Malaysia’s most powerful Islamic political party Parti Islam Se-Malaysia is voted in, in the next national election to be held in early 2028.
Parti Islam Se-Malaysia’s (PAS) Deputy Commissioner for Pahang, Andansura Rabu, made the promise to ban gambling at the party’s annual event over the weekend.
Quoted by Bloomberg, Mr Rabu said: “Gambling is harmful, so we have to close it. But it must be in accordance with the laws and constitution. Anything that can harm society, we must together support its destruction. This isn’t a matter of religion, it’s a social issue.”