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Leong Man Ion (pictured), deputy director of Macau’s casino regulator – the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau, also known as the DICJ – is stepping down from the position, according to an official dispatch published on Wednesday in the government’s Official Gazette. The notice was part of an announcement saying Mr Leong had been granted long-term unpaid leave, from March 25, 2021 to October 20, 2022. It gave no explanation for Mr Leong’s unpaid leave. In a written reply to GGRAsia, a DICJ spokesperson said Mr Leong had requested the unpaid leave “for personal reasons”. “After comprehensive consideration, the bureau decided to respect his wishes,” said the person, adding that the bureau appreciated Mr Leong’s “work and commitment” over the years. ....