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Just his view: Hajiji on SAPP man’s call for GRS to contest all Sabah seats

Chairman says coalition needs to discuss matter first with all components

Updated 2 years ago · Published on 17 Aug 2023 6:03PM

Just his view: Hajiji on SAPP man’s call for GRS to contest all Sabah seats
Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor says he is confident that all parties would support the unity government today to remain united and focus on the people’s problems, including the question of developing the Land Below The Wind. – Bernama pic, August 17, 2023

KOTA KINABALU – The statement of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) deputy chairman Datuk Yong Teck Lee for the coalition to contest in all 73 Sabah state assembly constituencies in the coming state election is his personal opinion.

GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the coalition, which has seven components, needs to hold 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, Parti Bersatu Sabah, Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku, United Sabah National Organisation, Parti Harapan Rakyat Sabah, and Liberal Democratic Party.

On Sunday, Yong, who is SAPP president, said the coalition should contest in 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 also chief minister, said he is confident that all parties would support the unity government today 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 Sabah state Education Department personnel received commendations for their outstanding service presented by Hajiji. – Bernama, August 17, 2023

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