2023 G2EA SG Conference Guide

12 G2E ASIA CONFERENCE 2023 | ASGAM.COM DAY 1: TUE 30 MAY 2023 ASIAN MARKET FORUM Time Topics 15:50 – 17:00 Spotlight on Thailand and Japan: Gaming Outlook and Economic Impacts to Other Asian Markets Japan finally seems on the road to an Integrated Resort in Osaka. A decision has not yet been made on Nagasaki. In Thailand there appears to be a consensus to legalize casino style gaming and proceed with several locations including a major IR in the metro-Bangkok area. The recent election results are still being digested by the gaming industry. Our session today will involve a deep dive into Japan and Thailand in terms of evaluations of IRs, strategic planning, and the impact on existing markets. Our subject matter experts have experience in these markets and will offer their insights for what we can expect in the next year and going forward. Moderator: ■ FREDRIC E. GUSHIN Managing Director, Spectrum Gaming Group Panelists: ■ TORU MIHARA Chairman, National Council on Gaming Legislation ■ JAMES A. KAPLAN CEO, Destination Capital ■ UDORN OLSSON Advisor to Thailand’s House committee on casino gaming 17:00 - 17:05 Chairman’s Closing Remarks ■ ANDREW W SCOTT Vice Chairman and CEO, Inside Asian Gaming