The government has successfully transformed bankruptcy into a premium subscription service by maintaining the $150 casino entry levy.

This mandatory fee ensures that only the most patriotic citizens are allowed to witness their life savings vanish into a digital baccarat table.

Officials claim the levy acts as a "deterrent," though most locals view it as a VIP cover charge for the world’s most expensive air-conditioning.

"Pay $150 then lose another $5k? Steady lah, at least got free Milo inside," said Mr. Tan, who sold his kidney for a seat at the craps table.

By charging locals for the right to go broke, the state ensures that poverty remains an exclusive, high-status hobby for the middle class.

"Better than lepak at void deck," noted another gambler.

"At least here, the carpet smell like broken dreams and expensive perfume, not cat pee."