Malaysian PM Anwar faces critical test in Sabah state election

Demands for greater autonomy dominate poll that will influence national politics

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Election flags cover a pier on Gaya Island in Malaysia's Sabah state ahead of regional legislative elections on Nov. 29. The vote is being framed as a test of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's popularity. (All photos by Norman Goh)

NORMAN GOH

KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia -- Fishermen Azlan Nimatai and Awang Rosdi watched their boats bob up and down as they remained moored to posts in Torong Longong village on Sabah's Gaya Island. "During bad weather, we can only stay home," Azlan said.

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