PBS will stick with GRS in state polls - Joachim
Dr Joachim with the supreme council members.
PENAMPANG (June 26): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) will remain with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election (PRN17), reaffirming the party's loyalty to the ruling coalition.
Its acting president, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, said the PBS Supreme Council (AMT) made the decision during its meeting held at the party headquarters here on Wednesday where key party matters and strategic directions were discussed.
'Our position is clear. PBS will continue to work within the GRS coalition. We are committed to this political partnership as we head into PRN17,' he said in a statement after chairing the meeting.
Dr Joachim said the party also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties and collaboration with fellow GRS component Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (StarSabah), led by Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan.
'We believe that unity among local-based parties is vital to ensuring political stability and continued development for Sabah. Our relationship with StarSabah will be further reinforced,' he said.
He added the majority of the AMT also do not want to work with Umno/Barisan Nasional (BN).
Earlier on, the meeting was also attended by PBS Premier Advisor Tan Sri Joseph Pairin Kitingan who provided input on the party's strategic direction.
'Tan Sri Pairin shared valuable insights during the Political Bureau meeting. His guidance on PBS's 'Hala Tuju' or future direction remains significant to the party's leadership,' said Joachim.
He said the AMT also discussed election preparedness and ongoing grassroots efforts to strengthen PBS's support base ahead of the state polls.
Dr Joachim also reiterated that PBS will stay focused on championing local interests, native rights and ensuring Sabah's voice is heard in national affairs through constructive political engagement.
He called on all party members to remain united and committed to the party's struggle, urging them to fully prepare for the electoral battle with confidence. Dr Joachim Gunsalam GRS lead pbs
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