Government Ministry
Companies offering government ministry in the iGaming industry — 5 listed.
Ministry of Investment Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) is the government authority responsible for regulating and promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Kingdom. Established originally as the Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority (SAGIA) in 2000, it was elevated to a full ministry in February 2020 under a royal decree. MISA oversees the national investment ecosystem, issuing licenses to foreign investors, facilitating market entry, and driving the country’s economic diversification under Vision 2030. The ministry’s flagship platform, Invest Saudi, provides a single gateway for investors to explore opportunities across 15 priority sectors, access incentives, and interact with government services. MISA also operates the MIZA electronic platform that connects investors with private‑sector service providers. Through programs such as the Visiting Investor Visa and Regional Headquarters initiative, MISA aims to position Saudi Arabia as a top global investment destination. The ministry is led by Minister Fahad bin Abduljalil Al‑Saif, appointed in February 2026, supported by a team of deputy ministers responsible for investment development, promotion, and strategic partnerships.
Ministry of Human Resources UAE
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) is the federal authority responsible for regulating the UAE labour market, developing workforce policies, and driving Emiratisation—a national strategy to increase Emirati participation in the private sector. Established in 2004 as the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, it was renamed in 2016 to reflect a broader mandate under UAE Vision 2021. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, MoHRE enforces Federal Labour Law, administers the Wage Protection System (WPS), and issues work permits for the private sector across all seven emirates. The ministry operates through four pillars: Labour Market Regulation, Workforce Development, Worker Protection, and Economic Development. It delivers over 100 digital services via its website, mobile app, Tasheel centres, and call centres, serving employers, employees, and job seekers. MoHRE also leads the national Emiratisation agenda through programmes such as Nafis, which offers training and wage subsidies, and enforces mandatory quotas for Emirati employment. Recent reforms include the removal of the No Objection Certificate requirement and the introduction of fixed-term contracts, positioning the ministry as a key driver of labour market modernisation in the UAE.
Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Mipymes de Republica Dominicana
Torre MICM, Avenida 27 de Febrero No. 306, Bella Vista, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic
The Ministry of Industry, Trade and MSMEs (Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Mipymes, MICM) is the Dominican Republic’s central government institution responsible for formulating, implementing, and supervising national policies, plans, and projects that drive industrial development, internal and external trade, export promotion, free‑zone regimes, and the micro, small, and medium‑sized enterprise (MSME) sector. It also manages the country’s strategic reserves of petroleum derivatives and other fuels. Established in its current form in 1966 as the Secretary of State of Industry and Trade, the ministry has evolved through several reorganisations, most recently in 2017 when it adopted its present name to strengthen its focus on MSMEs. Its headquarters are located in Santo Domingo’s Torre MICM. As the lead agency for industrial competitiveness and commercial policy, MICM works closely with private‑sector associations, international partners, and other government bodies to foster sustainable economic growth, job creation, and integration of Dominican businesses into global value chains. The minister since January 2026 is Eduardo “Yayo” Sanz Lovatón.
Brazilian Ministry of Sport
Esplanada dos Ministérios, Bloco A, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
The Brazilian Ministry of Sport (Ministério do Esporte) is the federal cabinet-level agency responsible for shaping and executing national sports policy in Brazil. Established in 1995 as a special ministry under President Fernando Henrique Cardoso, it was briefly merged with tourism from 1998 to 2003 and was abolished under President Jair Bolsonaro in 2019, with its functions absorbed by the Ministry of Citizenship. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva reinstated the ministry in January 2023, appointing former Olympic volleyball player Ana Moser as minister; she was succeeded by André Fufuca in September 2023. Headquartered in Brasília's Esplanada dos Ministérios, the ministry oversees programs from grassroots sports infrastructure to high-performance athlete support through the Bolsa Atleta scholarship and the National Institute of Sport Development. It plays a central role in sports-betting integrity, having signed cooperation agreements with Sportradar, SIGA Latin America, IBIA, and ABFS to combat match-fixing. The ministry also maintains the official list of sports authorized for fixed-odds betting in Brazil. Its approved budget for 2023 was R$937.3 million (approximately US$190 million).
Georgia Ministry Of Finance
N16, Vakhtang Gorgasali Street, Tbilisi, Georgia 0114
The Ministry of Finance of Georgia is the central executive authority responsible for the country's financial and fiscal policies. Headquartered in Tbilisi, it oversees budgeting, taxation, public debt management, and treasury operations, playing a pivotal role in Georgia's economic stability. The Ministry also regulates the gambling and betting industry through its Revenue Service, which handles licensing and tax collection for iGaming operators. Its digital governance initiatives, such as the e-PFMS and e-Budget systems, have modernized public financial management and earned international recognition. As of 2023, the Ministry's annual budget was approximately GEL 106 million. The current Minister, Lasha Khutsishvili, has served since 1 April 2021. The Ministry operates through subordinate bodies including the Revenue Service, State Treasury, and Investigation Service, and engages with institutions like the World Bank and IMF to coordinate fiscal policy.