Online casino operator Oriental Game is betting big that state regulator Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) will succeed in its plan to double its revenue from internationally licensed gambling operators in 2018.

Brian Ang, president of the Philippine-based Oriental Game, was quoted by Manila Bulletin saying he expects PAGCOR to achieve its revenue target for licensed online gaming operators this year on the back of increasing popularity of electronic gambling.

“I’m really confident that this industry is going to take off. For me this is a very good situation, we really want to get support from PAGCOR,” Ang told local reporters in a recent interview.

As a vote of confidence to the Philippine gambling market, Ang said that Oriental Game plans to expand its operations in the country. The executive said they plan to increase the number of gaming tables from the current 22 to 31. The company will also be in for a hiring spree as they plan to rollout new offerings in the future.