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flag Philippine president vows prosecution for flood control scandal suspects by Christmas.

flag Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on November 13, 2025, that individuals linked to a multi-billion-peso flood control corruption scandal would face prosecution before Christmas, citing evidence from the Independent Commission for Infrastructure. flag The probe, prompted by his inspections of ghost projects, has referred 37 officials and contractors, including lawmakers and former officials, to the Ombudsman. flag The scandal, tied to inflated contracts and substandard infrastructure, contributed to a 4% GDP growth rate in Q3—the lowest in four years—amid typhoon damage and global trade shifts. flag The government plans to boost spending in Q4 to stimulate recovery, while asset freezes and legal actions continue. flag Marcos stressed cases are based on evidence, not politics, and emphasized justice, fund recovery, and reforms.

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