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The National Directorate of Lotteries and Quinielas of Uruguay has underlined the importance of the XIX Congress of the Ibero-American Corporation of State Lotteries and Gambling (Cibelae), which will take place from November 10 to 14 in Asunción, Paraguay. During the event, regulators, authorities, and representatives for state lotteries from all countries comprising Ibero-America, Spain, and Portugal will participate in what is considered one of the most relevant meetings within the public gaming sector.
Cooperation and Modernization
In the latest “Bien Jugado” bulletin, the Uruguayan Lottery highlighted that Cibelae’s work was underpinned by a few key elements: cooperation, training, and the adoption of international best practices. These, it added, were critical components in allowing member states to update game management and better protect users while building trust in regulated systems.
The institution also pointed to the symbolic and strategic value of Asunción as host city this year, recognizing the advances that Paraguay has made in recent years in both regulatory innovation and the modernization of the industry. According to the Uruguayan Lottery, these advances make Paraguay an ideal setting for debating challenges and opportunities that state gaming institutions are facing.
Building Shared Criteria Across Borders
Beyond technical exchanges, in-person Cibelae congresses serve as spaces to build shared criteria and common protocols among member countries, according to the Uruguayan Lottery. It added that such collaboration would be important in helping the continent overcome cross-border challenges such as illegal gambling and rapid digitalization of gaming.
The congress aims to entrench regional coordination, while helping member states navigate the shifting regulatory landscape, by creating closer institutional ties and harmonized strategies. “Events of this nature consolidate the collective strength of public lotteries in Ibero-America, reinforcing their status as responsible actors in the gaming ecosystem“, the statement read.
Uruguay’s Continued Commitment to Integrity and Innovation
As an active member of Cibelae, the Uruguayan Lottery reaffirmed its commitment to integrity, international cooperation, and modernization of state gaming. The institution underlined its participation in technical commissions of Cibelae, where it contributes to developing standards and initiatives that promote transparency and responsible gaming.
Public gaming management in Uruguay has traditionally been based on a close relationship between ethical governance and technological modernization. The Congress will provide an opportunity to further develop such a relationship through dialogue and learning from peers within the region.
Key Themes for the Future of Public Gaming
The XIX Cibelae Congress will include panel discussions on topics such as integrity in sports betting, technological innovation, commercial diversification, responsible regulation, and risk management. Organizers describe the event as a strategic platform for capacity-building and institutional strengthening across Ibero-American lotteries.
Moreover, the Congress will discuss changes in the role that state lotteries play regarding transparency, social responsibility, and sustainability. These debates are likely to form future regulatory frameworks within the region, as the gaming industry increasingly faces digital disruption and expanding concerns related to player protection.
A Milestone for Regional Collaboration
By being aware of the importance of the Asunción congress, the Uruguayan Lottery reaffirmed its belief in collaboration and shared knowledge as a means to achieve the sustainable evolution of public gaming. The institution is confident that the event will serve as a milestone in fostering regional unity and innovation within the regulated gaming industry. As the sector continues to balance technological transformation with social responsibility, events like the Cibelae Congress have shed light on how regional cooperation should be pursued in building a transparent, modern, and people-oriented gaming ecosystem across Ibero-America.
Source: YogoNet
