9 in Bulacan ghost projects now in government custody
Nine individuals involved in a graft and malversation case regarding a flood control project in Bulacan are now in government custody. The arrests follow the apprehension of contractor Curlee Discaya II, who was previously held in contempt by the Senate.
Why it matters
This case represents a significant development in the Philippine government's anti-corruption efforts regarding public infrastructure projects.
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