Some of the countries of central Asia - those that border the Middle East proper - are asserting themselves as vital new areas of operation. InterGame spoke to some of those familiar with these markets and likely influencing factors.

Central Asia

Pakistan

Ask an operator in central Asia whether or not pushers are legal in Pakistan and more often than not you will get the answer “No, but…” This is as a result of companies like Elaut realising that the format can be just as enjoyable even if coins don’t drop directly out of the front of the machine, which is the main issue for a country that is so assiduously opposed to gambling.

Read the full article in the May issue of InterGame