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Thousands in Philippines protest against corruption, demand return of stolen flood project funds

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Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Manila in a sweeping anti-corruption rally, demanding accountability from top government officials. Civil society groups, church leaders and concerned citizens have converged in the Philippine capital, accusing multiple government agencies of deep, systemic corruption over spending on flood control projects. Similar demonstrations in other cities signal the frustration is spreading nationwide. The crowds in Manila are pushing forward towards Malacañang Palace, the seat of presidential power.

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