Mass protests erupt in Manila over flood-control corruption
Summary
Thousands of people in Manila protested against a scandal involving fake flood-control projects that cost taxpayers a lot of money. The protests began after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr mentioned these projects in a speech, highlighting their connection to recent deadly floods. The demonstrations were mostly peaceful, though some clashes occurred between protesters and police.Key Facts
- Thousands marched in Manila to protest fake flood-control projects.
- These projects allegedly cost taxpayers billions of dollars.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr discussed the scandal in a speech after weeks of flooding.
- Most protests were peaceful, but some protesters clashed with police.
- Police arrested 17 people during a clash at one protest site.
- Morning protests drew nearly 50,000 people; more joined in the afternoon.
- A group is demanding the return of stolen funds and punishment for those responsible.
- The scandal may have cost the Philippine economy up to 118.5 billion pesos ($2 billion), though some estimates put it higher.
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