Marcos faces growth test as graft probe stalls projects

MANILA, Philippines – The ongoing probe into alleged corruption in government-funded flood control projects could cause short-term disruptions in construction, potentially undermining President Marcos’ infrastructure agenda and growth ambitions, Pantheon Macroeconomics said.

In a note to clients, Pantheon economist Miguel Chanco warned that the antigraft campaign may stir up risk aversion among both private contractors.

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