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Philippines holds historic first parliamentary elections in Muslim Mindanao region

The Philippines is holding its first-ever parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). This historic vote, involving nearly 2.4 million voters across five provinces, is a critical step towards self-determination and peace following decades of conflict. The elections will determine 80 parliamentary seats, with results shaping the region's future leadership and governance. AI

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Philippines holds historic first parliamentary elections in Muslim Mindanao region

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Philippines holding historic election in Muslim autonomous region

    Voters in an autonomous southern Philippine region will cast their ballots on Monday in the region’s first parliamentary elections, seen as a crucial step in the quest for self-determination and lasting peace after decades of insurgency and violence. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Reg…