The government approved Friday a bill that will pave the way for casinos to be opened in Japan, putting aside public concerns that it will lead to an increase in gambling addiction and antisocial behavior.Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's government aims for the bill to pass the Diet during the ongoing session through June 20, in hope that the new casinos will lure more overseas visitors and boost regional economies outside Tokyo.Speculation remains that deliberations will not be completed before the Diet session ends, with a flurry of political scandals involving Abe, ministers and ministry offi…READ FULL ARTICLE
