Can war make a country legalize gambling

[rezakurnia66]

If Putin sees gambling is the way to gets more money from taxes, he will makes gambling legal. So that will depends on the leaders because he may get so many suggestion from his officials. But he must be aware with the problem that can occurs from gambling that can makes his people getting addicted to gambling. Maybe before gambling becomes legal, they will make one or two casinos for an example. If gambling legal, that may increasing the income and country can get bigger taxes amounts.

True, I think not only Putin but also all president will legalize gambling if earn much from taxes transaction how many countries previously banning bitcoin but after earning much from taxes now have been legal. Legalizing about how much benefit earn by every country exactly for gambling right now many countries still illegal but if get much taxes transaction just waiting the moment only for gambling become legal.
Gambling have large popularity and only fewest countries have been legal nowadays, many my citizen travelling to Singapore for gambling because have been legal there and most of them spent much money to help Singapore government by paying taxes transaction trough gambling. But must be aware about gambling has possibility become money laundering if government not protect well how did by many politician in my Country Indonesia.

[dimonstration]

If Putin sees gambling is the way to gets more money from taxes, he will makes gambling legal. So that will depends on the leaders because he may get so many suggestion from his officials. But he must be aware with the problem that can occurs from gambling that can makes his people getting addicted to gambling. Maybe before gambling becomes legal, they will make one or two casinos for an example. If gambling legal, that may increasing the income and country can get bigger taxes amounts.

On current situation of Russia now I doubt many of his people will be addicted on gambling while they are strictly monitored and regulated.

They can always retract the lifting of ban if ever they saw a serious of gambling addiction in their country. They are spending a lot to fund their war so I believe he will use all possible resources to gain revenue for the government.

They can’t backed down on the war they started.

[TopTort777]

We have forum part for politics, I dont think we need this here in gambling. There are already enough of Putin and Russia in this forum.

But, gambling industry brings a lot of money or could bring a lot of money to budget. That is not doubtful. However, I dont think that government expect those gains to be stable, or make plans based on taxes they would collect from gambling. Because isnt it be a stimulation for gambling, or government would stimulate increase of a gambling sector, if it pays good amount as taxes? If government wants more to gain, they could decrease income tax from gambling gains and get more by the end But that would be so wrong

[Mr. Magkaisa]

1. Gambling is a big source of income for the government, the tax in can get in this field is really huge.
2. There are so many people that dont want to go out and just stay home, and gambling at home is one big addition to make our life happier.
This will be a win-win situation for the government and its people.

Though, tehre will be addiction on this on its people and that is not good. they should have a law in line on this to control on people's money to put on gambling.
If theres a WIN-WIN from the Government and its people i will also say!

There is no winner on WAR.

[lombok]

We have forum part for politics, I dont think we need this here in gambling. There are already enough of Putin and Russia in this forum.

But, gambling industry brings a lot of money or could bring a lot of money to budget. That is not doubtful. However, I dont think that government expect those gains to be stable, or make plans based on taxes they would collect from gambling. Because isnt it be a stimulation for gambling, or government would stimulate increase of a gambling sector, if it pays good amount as taxes? If government wants more to gain, they could decrease income tax from gambling gains and get more by the end But that would be so wrong

Yes, it would be pleasant to do away with political matters in this specific forum and get down to discussing our topic. We must be aware that overreliance in the budget on the tax sector can work against the social context in the society. It is highly unsafe on mental health of the population to stimulate this sector in terms of financial gain in exchange in the short term. New issues will only be fostered by erroneous policies. The citizens have to urge the government to be objective in the development of financial strategies at the expense of the citizens.

[TopTort777]

We have forum part for politics, I dont think we need this here in gambling. There are already enough of Putin and Russia in this forum.

But, gambling industry brings a lot of money or could bring a lot of money to budget. That is not doubtful. However, I dont think that government expect those gains to be stable, or make plans based on taxes they would collect from gambling. Because isnt it be a stimulation for gambling, or government would stimulate increase of a gambling sector, if it pays good amount as taxes? If government wants more to gain, they could decrease income tax from gambling gains and get more by the end But that would be so wrong

Yes, it would be pleasant to do away with political matters in this specific forum and get down to discussing our topic. We must be aware that overreliance in the budget on the tax sector can work against the social context in the society. It is highly unsafe on mental health of the population to stimulate this sector in terms of financial gain in exchange in the short term. New issues will only be fostered by erroneous policies. The citizens have to urge the government to be objective in the development of financial strategies at the expense of the citizens.

When I first this topic, I though about country being so desperate and in need of finances due to being involved in war, that it would allow and stimulate gambling to gain more taxes. Why not then such country legalize drugs? It would make income in budget enormous. Desperate to win - all methods are great then. Agree? But that is so absurd.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

What do you think, will Putin allow the legalization of gambling just to sustain the economy, and sustain the war against Ukraine

I think he might allow the legalization because the proposal pointed out the things that is of importance to the country, despite that gambling is not legalized in that country, they have gambling black market where illegal gambling is taking place and millions of money are spent and there's even no customer's protection, if he agrees to legalize it, it reduces illegal gambling and then add to their source of revenue because of taxing and then the licensing process. War does no good to the people, if they are to legalize gambling because of war, it doesn't make any sense to me.

[junder]

I don't think war has anything to do with gambling, but if there really are benefits to it, then perhaps gambling should be legalized in certain countries.

Furthermore, I think that if the leaders are wise enough to realize that this could have a positive impact on the country's economy, then it should be done.

[Ziskinberg]

But even if online gambling is illegal, the industry still made a $39 billion profit; just imagine the profit from taxes it would make if gambling were legal

I’m honestly wondering how they even came up with that figure when gambling is illegal in the country. That number feels overstated or just plain wrong, because there’s really no way to verify it.

With licensed gambling platforms, at least profits are based on actual reports that can be audited. In this case, that’s not possible, so it’s hard to take the figure seriously. If it’s just an estimate, then maybe I can understand it, but even then it still feels inflated.

I’d really like to know where that number is coming from.

[Africolo]

Online gambling has been illegal in Russia since 2009, but because of the growing budget deficit brought by on going war against Ukraine, officials are proposing to legalize online gambling.

But even if online gambling is illegal, the industry still made a $39 billion profit; just imagine the profit from taxes it would make if gambling were legal.

What do you think, will Putin allow the legalization of gambling just to sustain the economy, and sustain the war against Ukraine

In an effort to bolster state revenues amid a growing budget deficit, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has proposed the legalization of online casinos. The plan, presented to President Vladimir Putin, aims to provide a new source of income to offset the rising costs of the war against Ukraine. Siluanov’s suggestion, reported by Kommersant, aims to draw illegal online gamblers into the legal market, while also introducing stringent safeguards to curb addiction.

Russia Considers Legalizing Online Casinos Amid Financial Strain

From the look of things and the circumstances surrounding the country's economy for now I think P ;Dutin can move to legalize gambling in the country in other to boast the economy, imagine when gambling is not legalize and a whooping amount of $39billion profit is realize,  if he definitely legalizes gambling the economy will boast rapidly and it will help in sustaining the war, more revenues will  be made from from online gambling so I think it will be a good idea to legalize it.

Due to the rising cost and need to implement new source of income Putin should go ahead and legalize online casinos even if it was restricted with the need for funds to help the economy against the war  in Ukraine. There will be some challenges with the legalization of online casinos because some persons will get addicted to it as they will abuse it, if there's any way to curtail addiction it should be done when they legalize it.

[danherbias07]

If the economy is going down and they need funds, then maybe it is time to look for other options to make money. Gambling is one. Well, they can always put some restrictions on it, like not providing the service for the poor or not allowing them to play, even for just a small amount of their money. KYC can help to make that possible.

I have seen our city's growth ever since a gambling place was erected, and many roads and establishments were fixed or created because of the tax coming from it. It can definitely boost the needs of a government and maybe even the tourism industry.

[LOVER BOY 422]

Sure he can allow gambling because if the war last longer things will automatically switch to be very hard,and ur will affect every one so if the situation gets worst I believe he will definitely ligalized gambling,for the sake of people to sustain for the main time,then when things balance he will stop it

[purple_sparkles]

I think it all depends on their level of interest and on the lobbyists who are working on this issue. War increases the demand for gambling, soldiers, having access to online gambling, relieve stress and leave quite substantial amounts of money there. As a result, online gambling becomes much more in demand than in peacetime. And in general, it would be better for the war to end, and for laws aimed at filling the state budget to be adopted in peacetime, by supporting business development and improving the standard of living of the population. Gambling should remain a form of entertainment for successful people, not a way to relieve stress for those who don’t know whether they will be alive tomorrow.

[Hispo]

Actually, if you keep the case of Ukraine and Russia as examples, then it is clear war indeed can make countries to legalize gambling, but rather than being a measure made in order to increase personal freedom of citizens, it is all just for the sake of collecting taxes...

It would be equivalent for a country to legalize some drugs in order to collect taxes from the commerce of them within the country, it is not about a country to have better values. They just want to have more money on hands.

[sompitonov]

I think it all depends on their level of interest and on the lobbyists who are working on this issue. War increases the demand for gambling, soldiers, having access to online gambling, relieve stress and leave quite substantial amounts of money there. As a result, online gambling becomes much more in demand than in peacetime. And in general, it would be better for the war to end, and for laws aimed at filling the state budget to be adopted in peacetime, by supporting business development and improving the standard of living of the population. Gambling should remain a form of entertainment for successful people, not a way to relieve stress for those who don’t know whether they will be alive tomorrow.

This topic is very interesting because it's more relevant today than ever. Indeed, many people who experience extreme stress can burn out their nerves so much that they don't feel the adrenaline and excitement of a regular gambler. Some military personnel even receive large salaries and have no relatives; they don't know where to spend their money, so they find bets to think they have the potential to become a millionaire and other reasons. Perhaps some of them believe this is one of the few chances to change their lives completely and forever, but these are just my guesses; I don't know what's really going on in their heads.

[Satofan44]

Putin is an ex KGB spy so most probably he does not know if legalizing gambling is good or bad for his country but if his legal advisors together with the economic ones will show him the benefits, economic benefits this legalizing of gambling will bring I am sure he is going to legalize it.

This got to be a joke filled with irony? Putin is probably smarter than your whole bloodline combined, and there you are criticizing him as if you had accomplished a single significant thing in your life. Meanwhile he is buddies with the most powerful man in the world, the president of the USA. 

Now the war of Ukraine will enter in fifth year in just a couple of weeks if it doesn't stop so most likely new money is needed in order for Russia to get back on their feet, this though is European countries rhetoric while from what I have seen in online medias, independent ones are showing Russians not feeling any consequence of the war so far except those villages and cities near the border with Ukraine. I am totally against the war of any kind but so far this war is stagnating, no one is really winning anything, both parties are losing and these losing of both parties will cost them a lot for coming years, I mean years after the war ends, so a really non logical move from Russia.

Ukraine is run by corrupt idiots. This is a big money laundering operation for those that are in charge, and the European leaders are corrupt and pro war because they have investment in war companies. Therefore, they are willing to sacrifice everything for the sake of money making. If it weren't for Trump, the EU would push Ukraine to fight until every single Ukrainian is dead and the people as a whole vanish. Perhaps a case of inverse capitalistic genocide? 

He only has two options: legalize it and continue to make war, or ignore and hope that Ukraine will finally surrender. It's a battle between the reality of the war's cost and his ego, which believes he can sustain it without undermining his policy.
But he will finally be slapped by reality because Ukraine is not likely to surrender, as they have seen the worst and will fight to the end instead of giving in.
My take on this is that Putin will eventually yield, but not if they yield all possible resources to sustain the war.

As soon as you start talking about the "ego" of someone like Putin, it is clear that you have no idea what is going on and that you have been spoon fed a load of propaganda. The only thing that is keeping Ukraine from a nuclear holocaust and pyrrhic victory for Russia is Trump. Be careful what you wish for. Someone could do a calculation to figure out how many extra nuclear warheads can be built with this gambling revenue? 

Basically, humans act based on benefit or profit, and the news OP mentioned is an example of this. From a profit perspective, it makes sense for Russia to legalize online gambling to maintain its economy, whether due to the ongoing war or the economic impact of the war. It is undeniable that gambling can be profitable for a country, and I am sure it as a major source of revenue. So, I think it is all about money and benefits for the country. By the way, gambling in Russia isn't actually illegal (entirely); there are certain zones in Russia where it is permitted, but restrictions remain.

Reference : wikipedia.org - Gambling in Russia

Restrictions are a mistake because they don't work. The topic of the war should be put completely aside, and only the actions here should be evaluated. Should Russia legalize online gambling? That is an objective yes, there is no good reason not to do this.

[DYOR+BTC]

To me since gambling is a voluntary activity that people engaged with the purpose of getting rich on the process and are done with any amount we can afford to lose, i think there is nothing wrong in legalising it. Apart from its non-mandatory  mode of operations,it also helps in the generation of revenue to the countries that accepts it not the one ban it like the way Russia did. Gambling is of no economic disadvantages as it is done with only what we can loss on the process.

[Fiatless]

When a country is at war, they would have to seek conventional and unconventional sources of revenue. Russia has been suffering from sanctions which have had adverse effects on the economy. The recent blocking of many shadow oil vessels carrying Russian crude is also killing the country's economy. If legalising online gambling will attract the needed financial resources that will help the economy, it will be a good move. War can make the government take drastic actions.

[sotelorene]

To me since gambling is a voluntary activity that people engaged with the purpose of getting rich on the process and are done with any amount we can afford to lose, i think there is nothing wrong in legalising it. Apart from its non-mandatory  mode of operations,it also helps in the generation of revenue to the countries that accepts it not the one ban it like the way Russia did. Gambling is of no economic disadvantages as it is done with only what we can loss on the process.

Getting rich and making money are two different things and anyone who gambles for the purpose of getting rich is actually making a very big mistake and they are going the wrong way which can lead to addiction. Yes the main reason people gamble is for money or profit but we should not gamble with the mindset of getting rich because it is very off to have this kind of mindset and I think this is abuse, gambling with the mentality or mindset to get rich is actually abuse.

[hedgeh0g]

When a country is at war, they would have to seek conventional and unconventional sources of revenue. Russia has been suffering from sanctions which have had adverse effects on the economy. The recent blocking of many shadow oil vessels carrying Russian crude is also killing the country's economy. If legalising online gambling will attract the needed financial resources that will help the economy, it will be a good move. War can make the government take drastic actions.

I understand that wars can affect gambling in different ways, but I generally think the number of gamblers increases significantly because they seek escape from stress through entertainment. Gamblers let off steam, but many don't understand the need to exercise sufficient self-control, lest they go too far and waste their deposits on the first day. Nevertheless, during difficult times, countries may become more lenient towards gambling than before because revenues increase, and this is very important, sometimes even vital, for survival, as war requires enormous resources.