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Borneo Post
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
PH Sabah to present joint manifesto ahead of state election
Mustapha speaking to reporters after handing over an IPT offer letter in Kampung Warisan. KOTA KINABALU (July 5): Pakatan Harapan (PH) component parties in Sabah will be releasing a joint manifesto ahead of the upcoming state election, said Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Sabah chief Datuk Ts Mustapha Sakmud. He said PKR is currently drafting its manifesto, which will be unveiled alongside those of the other three Sabah PH components — United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko), National Trust Party (Amanah) and Democratic Action Party (DAP). 'The manifesto will highlight issues close to the hearts of Sabahans, particularly the state's 40 percent revenue entitlement under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63),' said Mustapha. He added that PKR will also propose a guideline formula to ensure fair distribution of key positions, such as village heads and appointments in government-linked companies (GLCs), based on each party's strength within the coalition. 'This is to prevent dissatisfaction and to ensure equitable representation,' he told reporters after presenting an institute for higher education offer letter to a student at Kampung Warisan on Saturday. He added that the proposed appointment system would be included in the joint manifesto. On a separate note, Mustapha expressed confidence in the continued strong support for PKR president and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, especially in Sabah, where Anwar enjoys a high approval rating. Addressing recent internal criticisms, particularly regarding the appointment of Nurul Izzah Anwar as PKR deputy president, Mustapha acknowledged the dissatisfaction voiced by some quarters. 'Some may not be happy with the party elections, but as a leader, I believe our members are beginning to understand that the focus should be on the party's direction and unity— not individuals,' he said.
Borneo Post
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
PKR Sabah nearly completes seat talks with PH, BN
Mustapha KOTA KINABALU (June 29): Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Sabah is finalising discussions with Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sabah and Barisan Nasional (BN) Sabah in preparation for the upcoming state elections. PKR Sabah chief Datuk Ts Mustapha Sakmud said that about five percent of the discussions remain, with the majority of issues already resolved at this level. He said PKR is eyeing around 13 seats or more and acknowledged that while there were disagreements with other PH components, such differences are normal and can be settled amicably. Regarding BN, Mustapha said both sides have held several meetings and are working to ensure there are no overlapping seat claims. He added that efforts are also underway to reach a mutual understanding on policy formulation to build a better Sabah. Commenting on Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), he said PKR is open to future cooperation. 'But I think it's time for us to start discussions or 'kopi-kopi' first to get to know each other,' he said. 'Our intention is to reduce seat clashes among parties that are pillars of the Madani government. For us in Keadilan, political stability is of utmost importance for the state and the country,' he added.
