The Philippine government clarified that the National Bureau of Investigation's (NBI) probe into alleged irregularities in the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games projects is not aimed at intimidating any individuals.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized that the investigation is part of the NBI's mandate to address any anomalies, stating that the President does not need to direct such inquiries.The statement comes after Senator Alan Peter Cayetano claimed the probe was intended to intimidate members of the Senate impeachment court.Castro reiterated that the investigation targets only those involved in wrongdoing, ensuring no innocent parties are unfairly targeted.

The NBI's probe includes examining the SEA Games Sports Complex, where billions of pesos were allegedly spent, and a P10-billion contract awarded to a private company through 'congressional insertions.' Additionally, the cauldron project costing P50 million is under scrutiny.The Palace maintains that the investigation is a routine legal process to ensure transparency and accountability in public projects.