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Philippines Launches Investigation into Flood Control Fund Misuse

9/14/2025

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DPWH Chief Vince Dizon seeks to recover funds lost in questionable flood control projects in the Philippines.
He stresses the importance of returning money to the public, stating imprisonment is not enough.
An independent commission, established by President Bongbong Marcos, will investigate these projects with powers to freeze assets and issue subpoenas.
Marcos voiced disappointment over ineffective flood control despite over P500 billion spent since July 2022.
Dizon plans to disband the internal investigation committee, citing its ineffectiveness, while the Senate and House pursue their own inquiries.

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DPWH Chief Vince Dizon seeks to recover funds lost in questionable flood control projects in the Philippines.
He stresses the importance of returning money to the public, stating imprisonment is not enough.
An independent commission, established by President Bongbong Marcos, will investigate these projects with powers to freeze assets and issue subpoenas.
Marcos voiced disappointment over ineffective flood control despite over P500 billion spent since July 2022.
Dizon plans to disband the internal investigation committee, citing its ineffectiveness, while the Senate and House pursue their own inquiries.