KUALA LUMPUR -- A coalition formed by parties in Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin's government won a crucial state election in Sabah on Saturday, easing pressure on the embattled leader who faces a challenge from opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim.
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Malaysia's Muhyiddin wins crucial victory in Sabah state election
Result takes pressure off leadership challenge by Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. His position was strengthened by his coalition's victory in the state of Sabah. © Reuters
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