Malaysia's ruling coalition has won a simple majority in parliamentary polls, extending its 56-year rule after a tough fight with a strengthened opposition alliance.
Malaysia's Long-Ruling Coalition Retains Power
![Voters arrive outside a polling station during the general elections in Permatang Pauh, Malaysia, May 5, 2013.](https://gdb.voanews.com/09c4c094-e53b-404d-8c85-4b36d4cd6a51_w1024_q10_s.jpg)
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Voters arrive outside a polling station during the general elections in Permatang Pauh, Malaysia, May 5, 2013.