#64 Gambling in China : How Covid-19 helped the industry grow

<p>Finishing our “Dark Series” on China’s guilty pleasures, we tackle gambling, one of the key forms of spending among Chinese tourists overseas.  Did Covid-19 kill the gambling industry, or is it coming back even stronger? </p><p><b>Featuring</b> <br/>- Alan Robles: Journalist <br/>- Ben Lee: Managing Partner at IGamiX <br/>- Sebastian Strangio:  Journalist &amp; Author </p><p>Middle Earth is distributed by The World of Chinese (<a href='http://www.theworldofchinese.com'>www.theworldofchinese.com</a>). Every two months, both in print and online, the team at TWOC takes a contemporary issue in Chinese society and culture and looks behind the headlines to share how it affects people on the ground.  </p><p>Middle Earth is made by <a href='http://bit.ly/34glLBk'>China Compass Productions</a> and hosted by <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/aladin-production-services-china-news/'>Aladin Farré</a>. If you have a China-themed cultural project like shooting your next documentary or look for a specific talent, please get in touch! </p><p>With thanks to <a href='http://www.ramoncalvomusic.com/'>Sean Calvo</a> for music support. </p>