Balkans launch BGF gaming industry federation
In Serbia (Belgrade), seven national gaming industry associations from the Balkans signed a memorandum of cooperation and initiated the creation of the Balkan Gaming Federation (BGF).
Creation of the Balkan Gaming Federation
The initiative was led by AGOS (Serbia) and AOGGAB (Bulgaria), with other regional industry associations joining the effort.
Member composition
The new structure includes associations from Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and North Macedonia.
Montenegro’s role in the initiative
The Group of Gaming Operators at the Chamber of Commerce of Montenegro is among the founding members of the new federation.
Memorandum signing
On behalf of Montenegro, the document was signed by Filip Knežević, acting as president of the group.
According to him, participation in BGF strengthens the position of the regulated sector and provides access to cooperation with companies and organizations across the region.
Objectives and areas of work
Participants will focus on coordination and development of the industry at the regional level.
Key направления
The main objectives include:
- combating illegal gambling
- addressing unfair competition
- sharing regulatory experience
- coordinating legislation
- encouraging investments and partnerships
Positioning of the Balkans
The region is viewed as a unified European gaming zone with a growing number of companies and technological capabilities.
International cooperation
The federation plans to build connections with European institutions and industry organizations.
Next steps
The next meeting is scheduled for May 26 during the Belgrade Future Gaming exhibition.
Structural development
The event will include discussion and voting on the draft statute and organizational structure of the BGF.