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Borneo Post
23-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Fredian Gan poised to lead Melalap under GRS banner
Fredian Gan TENOM (July 23): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), a major component party of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), has endorsed Datuk Fredian Gan as its candidate for the Melalap state seat in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election, citing his deep community roots and proven leadership as key assets for the constituency's future. Fredian, a native of Melalap with strong connections to the Chinese and Murut communities, is widely seen as a unifying figure who can bridge ethnic divides and spearhead development initiatives long awaited by Melalap residents. Coming from a family respected in the region, Fredian's late father was a pioneering tailor and businessman who served as chairman of the Tenom Chinese Chamber of Commerce and also held leadership roles in local schools such as Chung Hwa Primary and Tenom Tshung Tsin Secondary School. On his maternal side, he is the great-grandson of the late Datuk Sanggau Jalang, who was appointed as the first Native Chief of the Murut Timugon group by the British colonial administration. The Sanggau family remains one of the most influential clans in Melalap, enhancing Fredian's unique position as a cultural bridge. Fredian's siblings remain actively involved in a variety of business activities within the district, including running a restaurant, sundry shop, beauty and hair salon, as well as ventures in plantations, transport and contracting. This strong family presence in local commerce further anchors Fredian's deep ties to the community. Fredian brings with him decades of experience across both public and private sectors. Beginning his career at Sabah Land Development Board (SLDB) and Standard Chartered Bank, he later transitioned to Sabah's civil service, where he held key roles including Assistant District Officer, District Officer, Deputy Permanent Secretary, and Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Rural Development (KPLB). He retired as the Deputy State Secretary (Development). Currently, he is the Group CEO of POIC Sabah Sdn Bhd, where he is credited with leading growth and innovation. PBS highlighted several reasons why Fredian is their top choice to contest Melalap: Born and bred in Melalap, with a deep understanding of local challenges. Decades of leadership experience in government and corporate sectors. Respected across ethnic lines by community leaders and grassroots. A long-time advocate for development in Melalap, even before entering politics. His candidacy is driven by a sense of duty rather than political ambition. Represents a symbol of unity between Murut and Chinese communities. Seen as a key figure to help GRS consolidate support in the interior.
Daily Express
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Federal model need not apply to Sabah: Parti Bersatu Sabah
Published on: Thursday, May 08, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 08, 2025 Text Size: Fredian warned that forcing the Federal power-sharing formula on Sabah would undermine the foundational trust that holds the current State Government together. Kota Kinabalu: The leadership of the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah and Pakatan Harapan Plus (GRS+PH Plus) State Government must be allowed to continue discussions based on mutual respect and consensus without external pressure, said Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Supreme Council Member Datuk Fredian Gan. Fredian voiced strong support for GRS Deputy Secretary-General Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali's recent stance that the Federal Unity Government model should not be imposed on Sabah, describing such moves as contrary to the spirit of Malaysia's formation. 'I fully support Armizan's position. As he rightly pointed out, the memorandum of understanding signed in December 2022 between five political coalitions was solely meant for the formation of the Federal Government,' said Fredian. He added that the unique political arrangements in Sabah should be respected, just as similar autonomy is honoured in Sarawak and Johor. 'The long-standing political respect enjoyed by Sarawak, and more recently Sabah, contributes to Malaysia's unique democratic framework. Imposing the Federal model on Sabah disregards the principle of equal partnership between Sabah, Sarawak and Malaya, enshrined in the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63),' he said. Fredian warned that forcing the Federal power-sharing formula on Sabah would undermine the foundational trust that holds the current State Government together. He also cited the brief political manoeuvre dubbed 'Langkah Kinabalu' as a violation of that trust, stating that rewarding such an attempted coup with power-sharing would set a dangerous precedent. 'The GRS - PH Plus Sabah Government is built on mutual trust. Attempts to disrupt this, such as Langkah Kinabalu, must be rejected outright. Forcing a Federal-style unity government onto Sabah would be seen as legitimising and rewarding that betrayal,' he said. Fredian reiterated his firm support for Armizan's 'principled stand,' describing it as essential to preserving Sabah's political stability and respecting the intent of Malaysia's founding fathers. 'This is not just about political arrangements. It is about upholding the values that define Sabah's place within the Malaysian Federation,' he added. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
