NEWS
Yes vote takes lead in Philippine Muslim autonomy poll
10:35 January 23, 2019 AA
The 'Yes' vote appeared to take the lead on Tuesday in a historic plebiscite on a law that would grant 'comprehensive autonomy' to Moro Muslims living in the southern Philippines, according to unofficial results.The voting took place on Monday in the provinces of Maguindanao, Lanao Del Sur, and the island provinces of Basilan, Tawi-tawi and Sulu as well as the cities of Cotabato and Isabela.