Macau names new gaming regulator ahead of casino licence overhaul
Macau has appointed Adriano Marques Ho as the new head of its gaming regulator. He will take over from Paulo Martins Chan on 10 June. The change comes as the city prepares to overhaul its casino industry rules before key licences expire next year. Ho brings extensive experience in security and law to the role. He previously led Macau’s Police Criminal Investigation Department and advised Security Secretary Wong Sio Chak. His background includes a law degree and fluency in both Chinese and Portuguese, the region’s official languages.
The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) currently enforces policies set by the chief executive and government secretaries. Security matters in the gaming sector are handled by the Judiciary Police and Public Security Police. However, some analysts suggest the DICJ may adopt a stronger security focus in the future.
Ho’s appointment follows a leadership transition in Macau. Ho Iat Seng became chief executive in December 2021, replacing Fernando Chui. Meanwhile, Chan will return to the Public Prosecutions Office once his successor is in place.
The timing coincides with a critical period for Macau’s casinos. The six licensed operators will see their concessions end in June 2022. New permits are expected to be issued under updated regulations, marking a significant shift for the industry. The leadership change at the DICJ arrives as Macau tightens oversight of its gaming sector. With Ho’s security expertise, the bureau may play a more active role in monitoring casino operations. The upcoming licence renewals will test the city’s revised regulatory framework.
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