Diocese of Kalibo raises concerns over opening of Boracay casino

Inquirer.net - Oct 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Diocese of Kalibo in Aklan has raised concerns over the recent opening of a casino in Boracay as it reiterated its opposition to gambling and its implications to the lives of many Filipinos. The opposition was made after a six-story casino hub opened at Station 0 in Barangay Yapak, Boracay Island.

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