Ombudsman Postpones France Trip Amid Protests, Alleging Officials Are Hiding
The Philippine Ombudsman has postponed a trip to France to seek assistance in locating former officials, including Zaldy Co, citing massive protests in the host country. The officials face corruption charges in the Philippines.
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