PCSO recognized in World Lottery Summit in Sydney

MANILA, Philippines —  The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has earned international recognition from global lottery leaders for balancing responsible gaming while generating revenue for public healthcare.

Speaking on the sidelines of the 2026 World Lottery Summit in Sydney, Australia on Nov. 9, World Lottery Association (WLA) president Andreas Kotter cited the Philippines as a benchmark for how state lotteries can generate charity funds while maintaining social responsibility standards.

“Philippine lotteries are a perfect example of doing good, raising money for good causes and having a profile as a lottery, which is outstanding,” Kotter said in a statement.

The WLA recognition nod reinforces the PCSO’s mandate to harness gaming revenues to fund hospitalizations, emergency relief and health programs for indigent Filipinos nationwide.

PCSO general manager Melquiades Robles, who was elected vice president of the Asia Pacific Lottery Association in September, welcomed the WLA recognition.

Kotter commended the Philippine delegation’s presence at the Sydney convention, which runs until Nov. 12.