Billions Stolen, Leaders Toppled: How Asia's Youth Are Rising Against Corruption From Philippines to Kathmandu

Protesters march through Manila’s Luneta Park on 21 September, the anniversary of Ferdinand Marcos Sr.’s Martial Law declaration, demanding accountability over billions lost to alleged ‘ghost’ flood control projects under his son’s administration. (Credit: AFP)

From Manila to Kathmandu and Jakarta, youth-led uprisings are shaking Asia. Corruption scandals, elite privileges and broken promises have driven tens of thousands onto the streets, toppling leaders and forcing governments to confront a generation no longer willing to tolerate impunity.

Ghost Projects in the Philippines