101 investigates alleged massive corruption in flood-control projects in one of East Asia’s most typhoon-prone countries.
In the Philippines, a major corruption scandal is sparking street protests and increasing pressure on the government of Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Due to the population’s increasing exposure to typhoons, floods and rising sea levels, the government has allocated $9.5 billion of taxpayer funds to more than 9,800 flood-control projects over the past three years.
But recent audits have revealed widespread cases of structures being incomplete or non-existent altogether.
Many government officials are accused of taking huge bribes and funding lavish lifestyles.
101 east It examines how the most vulnerable people in the Philippines are becoming vulnerable to corruption.
Published on 29 November 2025
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