GRS yet to finalise partners for state election: Hajiji
Published on: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Published on: Sat, Apr 26, 2025
By: R Gonzales Text Size: Hajiji and other leaders at the launch. - Pic by CMD TUARAN: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) has yet to finalise which parties it will collaborate with for the upcoming 17th State Election. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, also GRS chairman, said internal discussions among coalition members are still ongoing before talks with other parties. He added that GRS, as the current state government, will decide its future electoral partners once internal consensus is reached. Speaking after launching the Gagasan Rakyat Information Machinery in Tuaran, Hajiji confirmed that GRS election machinery in each state constituency is already in place and ready. The event also featured activities such as a short video competition, infographic and videographic contests, the presentation of vests, and performances by local artists. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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