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'Palpable tension' as Philippines Muslim region holds first elections

A predominantly Muslim region in the southern Philippines held its first parliamentary elections on Monday, seen as a crucial step in the long quest for self-rule after decades of insurgency and violence. Reporting from the region, France 24’s look Jan Camenzind Broomby, takes a look at the vote’s significance, as well as the tensions surrounding election day.

'Palpable tension' as Philippines Muslim region holds first elections

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