ALEA Elected First Vice President of Cibelae 2025–2027

ALEA has been elected to serve as the First Vice President of Cibelae for the 2025–2027 period, during the Annual General Assembly held on 11 November 2025 in Asunción, Paraguay. The assembly also appointed a new Board of Directors for the upcoming term.

Ida López, President of ALEA, will hold the leadership role, marking a notable achievement for the organization in the Ibero-American lottery and gaming sector.

Promoting Responsible and Regulated Gaming
López highlighted that the position offers a platform to strengthen regional coordination on key priorities, including combating illegal gambling and advancing a transparent, regulated and socially responsible gaming framework across Latin America.

The election is seen as international recognition of ALEA’s long-standing contributions, including fostering collaboration, implementing best practices and supporting the development of a secure and compliant gaming ecosystem in Argentina and the wider region.

Strategic Presence at Key Industry Event
The announcement coincided with the XIX Congress “Lottery Products & Sports Betting” in Asunción, which gathers regulators, operators and suppliers across Ibero-America to discuss market trends, regulatory developments and innovation in the gaming sector.

ALEA’s Thought Leadership in Congress Panels
ALEA representatives actively participated in multiple panels during the event:

• “The Landscape of Sports Betting in the Region” – Presented by Ida López, offering insights into market trends and regulatory challenges.

• “Current Trends in Lottery Products in the Region” – Santiago Schunk (IAFAS/ALEA/Cibelae), who also moderated discussions on “Evolution of Points of Sale” and “Regional Product.”

• “Evolution of Points of Sale” – Featuring Carlos Moyano (IAFAS Entre Ríos).

• “Integrating and Strengthening Ibero-American Lotteries” – Presented by Teresita Benítez (IAS Formosa), Carolina Galtieri (LOTBA) and Santiago Schunk.

• “Lotteries in Action” – Presented by Édgar Pérez (IAS Formosa/ALEA).

• “Digitalization and Enhancements in Lottery Products” – Teresita Benítez discussed technological modernization strategies.

Driving Sustainable Growth in Ibero-American Lotteries
Through these contributions, ALEA reinforced its commitment to innovation, responsible play and sustainable development. The election to the First Vice Presidency of Cibelae not only reflects ALEA’s industry standing but also positions the association to influence regulatory progress, set high operational standards and foster collaboration among national lotteries throughout the region.