“POGO Mayor” Guo Faces Tax Probe Amid Suspension

The “POGO Mayor,” Alice Guo, the mayor of Bamban, is the subject of an investigation by Philippine officials for potential tax evasion. With an emphasis on discrepancies between claimed income and property accumulation, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) will look into the individuals and companies included in the Senate investigation.

Due process was emphasized by BIR Commissioner Lumagui, who also threatened to file criminal charges for tax evasion if necessary.

Companies and collaborators who are implicated may suffer consequences.

This investigation comes after Guo was placed under suspension for bribes related to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs).

A thorough investigation is recommended by Finance Secretary Recto, despite some MPs calling for a POGO ban.

He underlines how important it is to distinguish between POGO activities and work with PAGCOR, the gaming regulator, to calculate earnings.

Original Story by: Asian Gaming Brief