Let me say that I am delighted that after half a decade we can today welcome again a new country to the euro area and expand the number of participating countries from 12 to 13. Measured in terms of population and economic activity, the euro area is one of the largest economies in the world.
In addition, PAGCOR operates nine casino branches and 32 satellite casinos in major cities across the country’s three major islands. Despite our differences in mandates, our agencies have a shared goal: to ensure our country’s safety and stability for the welfare of our people. Interests therefore converge in informationsharing. We share what we know, and you share what you know.