BN Open To Political Cooperation Ahead Of Sabah Polls
PUTRAJAYA, May 26 (Bernama) -- Barisan Nasional (BN) is open to exploring political cooperation with any party in preparation for the upcoming Sabah state election, said its secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir.
He said discussions are already underway, although he did not reveal the names of the parties involved.
'BN has begun a series of talks, and I can confirm that the process is ongoing,' he told reporters after attending the Karisma Pemimpin Muda Madani 2025 programme here today.
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