PokerArabia players in Lebanon now able to play on GGPoker

Players at PokerArabia, the Middle East's only government-licensed online poker room, will be able to play on GGPoker from September.

In a press release, GGPoker said the development marked "a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to open access to global liquidity to online poker markets worldwide."

Lebanon-based PokerArabia, managed by Casino Du Liban, will migrate its player base to the GGPoker platform from September 1, 2024.

The integration will ensure that PokerArabia players will be able to enjoy the benefits of belonging to the largest and most dynamic poker community, including access to the richest and most prestigious online poker tournaments and in time to compete for some of the 33 bracelets on offer at GGPoker’s WSOP Online 2024.

Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker, said of the partnership: "We are incredibly excited to welcome PokerArabia players to the GGPoker family.

"This partnership with Casino Du Liban underscores our commitment to bringing global liquidity and the best online poker experience to players worldwide.

"Lebanese players can now look forward to joining the world’s biggest poker community and competing in the best games and biggest tournaments available anywhere."

Following the migration of PokerArabia to the GGPoker platform, all eligible Lebanese players will be able to enjoy the numerous benefits and features of the GGPoker platform and liquidity.

Jad Gharios, Chairman and CEO of Onlive Support Services (the operator of BetArabia and PokerArabia by Casino du Liban license) said of the news: "We are constantly looking to provide our clients with the best services and products in the market, and our partnership with GGPoker complements this direction.

"We look forward to the online launch, offering WSOP Online to the region, and hosting a live WSOP event at the historically-acclaimed Casino du Liban in the near future."