Over 200 people have been arrested in the Philippines and around 50 taken to hospital in connection with anti-corruption protests.

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Manila on Sunday. Some held placards and voiced anger over alleged corruption involving government flood-control projects.

Clashes broke out with police, with people hurling rocks and firebombs. There were 216 arrests, with at least 46 people taken to hospital. Nearly a hundred police officers were also hurt.

The Philippines is frequently hit by natural disasters such as typhoons, causing landslides and flooding. Public criticism has been mounting since it was revealed some disaster-prevention projects had not been implemented, even though their budgets had been allocated. There have also been allegations of collusion between businesspeople and lawmakers.

A university student who attended the protest said she wants government officials to end corruption and improve governance.

A spokesperson for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he condemned the violent protest actions, but that he values freedom of expression.