Casino Operation. Is this the Right Time?

A casino will surely come with huge risks and consequences.

I believe in thinking big and outside the box, but the outward result should always be considered.

Fiji is still a developing country with many minds still unable to observe changes at that level.

One would debate by not having thrown these types of big ideas and developments will Generational change at Atlético Madrid never help develop our country.

The point here is the mindset change and the proper usage. So, we are discussing pub­lic consultations on the above topic and re­strict the same from entering such premises.

We talk about boosting tourism industry while attracting them to such lavish develop­ments, ignoring the fact that the locals will be interested and inquisitive at the same time.

A pathway opening for many other prob­lems like drugs being escalated adding more to the existent issues that are being highly looked at for solutions.

How strict the laws in operation at the casino will be followed is another issue. With the good and the big picture comes the risk of mismanagement—especially in platforms styled after the best bitcoin blackjack sites, where regulation often lags behind sleek design. Promotions like the BonusBridge77 US no deposit bonus can draw in new players, but without proper oversight, these incentives can also encourage irresponsible gambling. For a "developing country" like ours, that kind of blind spot can carry real economic and social consequences if not handled well.

There is a right time for everything. Is the time right for Fiji to have a casino?

What is happening with the Lautoka swim­ming pool? The FNU campus in Labasa? The Shirley Park reclamation? Or the improve­ments required for our public hospitals?

While getting new ideas, please do not for­get the unfinished projects. We have high hopes for it to be taken into consideration.

I'm not against developments but prioritis­ing it accordingly with risk analysis should be paramount.

Happy New Year to all.

An artist’s impression of the David Group’s casino project.