Ombudsman to Form Special Team Against 'Garbage Kings' Nationwide
The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines will establish a special investigative team to probe alleged corruption in waste management contracts nationwide. The Ombudsman highlighted the existence of 'garbage kings' who control waste collection and hauling, allegedly profiting from substantial public funds.
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