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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is embroiled in a massive political crisis following revelations that up to $2 billion (118.5 billion pesos) in flood-control funds were lost to corruption. While the Philippines was hit by devastating typhoons killing hundreds, billions meant for "ghost projects" and substandard infrastructure were reportedly looted by officials.

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/12/19/asia/philippines-flood-control-marcos-corruption-dst-intl-hnk

27/10/2025

Eight Cordillera-Based Contractors Facing DTI Complaints in Philippine Flood Control Projects Scandal

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has filed formal complaints against eight construction companies implicated in irregularities in flood control projects across the Philippines. These companies are among the top contractors that secured significant portions of the ₱545-billion flood control contracts over the past three years. They are accused of using substandard materials, overpricing, and executing “ghost projects” that exist only on paper.

Contractors Facing DTI Complaints:

1. Legacy Construction Corporation

2. Centerways Construction & Development Inc.

3. Alpha & Omega General Contractor & Development Corporation

4. MG Samidan Construction

5. L.R. Tiqui Builders Inc.

6. QM Builders

7. EGB Construction Corporation

8. Hi-Tone Construction and Development Corporation

These companies are currently under investigation for their alleged involvement in irregularities related to flood control projects. The DTI’s complaints aim to suspend their licenses and impose preventive sanctions while the investigations continue.

Context of Investigations

The DTI’s actions follow disclosures by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., revealing that a small group of contractors had cornered a large portion of flood control contracts. Subsequent investigations by executive and legislative branches uncovered widespread corruption, including alleged bribery involving some government officials. Measures have been implemented to address these anomalies, including project suspensions and public reporting mechanisms.

References:

GMA Network

Wikipedia – Flood control projects controversy in the Philippines

AP News – Legislators and officials implicated

AP News – Investigation and government response

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20/10/2025

A Nueva Vizcaya court has ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP) to arrest protesters defying a temporary restraining order (TRO) against demonstrations in Dupax del Norte, after upholding the legality of a mining company’s exploration permit.

READ MORE: https://inqnews.net/ProtestersArrest

20/10/2025

Who does he think he is? Di na nga umaangal the older man.

12/09/2025

Magandang araw pilipinas!

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