Macau's DICJ will add 65 staff in 2025, primarily casino inspectors, according to a Legislative Assembly report. This reflects a commitment to stronger gaming industry oversight.
Macau's Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) is set to significantly bolster its ranks in 2025, with a planned net increase of 65 staff positions, according to a Legislative Assembly report reviewing Macau's 2025 budget. The majority of these new roles will be dedicated to inspectors stationed at the city's numerous casinos, reflecting the bureau's commitment to enhanced oversight of the gaming industry.
The report, which details the Macau government's projected income and expenditures for the year, highlights the importance of this staffing increase for the "effective implementation" of casino inspection duties. This is particularly crucial given the current gaming concession period, which commenced on January 1, 2023, and necessitates robust regulatory measures.
While the report refrained from disclosing the DICJ's current total workforce size, it clarified that the additional personnel will encompass both inspector and clerical positions. This broader recruitment strategy suggests a focus on strengthening the bureau's overall operational capacity, supporting not only on-the-ground inspections but also administrative functions. This expansion is not an isolated event but rather a component of a larger restructuring initiative within the DICJ.
A new law concerning the bureau's organizational structure, which took effect on June 22, 2021, mandates a substantial increase in the DICJ's workforce, aiming to expand its total posts by approximately 139% over time, growing from 192 to 459 positions. This long-term plan underscores the Macau government's dedication to reinforcing its gaming regulatory framework.
Recently, the DICJ has also undergone a leadership transition. Adriano Marques Ho, who had served as the bureau's director since mid-2020, transitioned to a new role as the director-general of the Macau Customs Service on December 20.
As of yet, no official announcement has been made regarding his permanent successor. In the interim period, Lio Chi Chong, a deputy director within the DICJ, has been appointed as the acting director, ensuring continuity in the bureau's operations and regulatory activities. This period of transition will likely be closely watched by industry stakeholders as they await the appointment of a permanent leader to guide the DICJ in the coming years.
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