The Presidential Palace announced it was cancelling the deal, yet the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has in fact granted a permit to GEG and its local partner, Leisure and Resorts World Corporation (LRWC). 
Ikulu ilitangaza kusitisha mkataba huu, lakini Shirika la Burudani na Michezo la nchini Ufilipino (PAGCOR) lilikuwa tayari limeshatoa kibali kwa GEG na mshirika wake mkaazi, Kampuni ya Sherehe na Burudani (LRWC).