KOTA KINABALU – The statement by Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) deputy chairman Datuk Yong Teck Lee for the coalition to contest all 73 Sabah state assembly constituencies in the coming state election is his personal opinion.
GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Mohd Noor said the coalition, which has seven components, needs to hold a discussion before any decision is taken.
“The discussion is to give the best direction for Sabah and its people,” he told reporters after officiating the 2023 Sabah School Management Appreciation ceremony here today.
GRS comprises Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah, Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP), Parti Bersatu Sabah, Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku, United Sabah National Organisation, Parti Harapan Rakyat Sabah, and the Liberal Democratic Party.
On Sunday, Yong, who is the president of SAPP, said the coalition should contest all seats in the coming state election, and there is no need to negotiate with non-local parties for cooperation.
In this regard, Hajiji, who is the chief minister, is confident all parties will continue to support the unity government in order to remain united and focus on the people’s problems, including the question of developing the land below the wind.
Earlier at the ceremony, 48 state Education Department personnel received commendations for their outstanding service, presented by Hajiji. – August 17, 2023