Cooperation with GRS Can Begin Now, Says Deputy Secretary-General
PAPAR, Nov 9 (Bernama) — The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is open to cooperation with any party that wishes to collaborate with them, and they do not have to wait for the 17th Sabah state election, which is expected next year.
GRS deputy secretary-general Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali emphasized that any party interested in working with the coalition should begin now, ahead of the state election. "There is still a year left, so work with the government now. Show your sincerity," he said during a visit to Jalan Sabindo and a briefing by the Ministry of Public Works at Kampung Suangon here today.
Armizan, who is also the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, stressed that any cooperation with other parties will be decided by the GRS supreme council. "Decisions are not made unilaterally, but take into account the views of all parties involved in the coalition," he added.
The GRS coalition comprises several component parties, including Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat), Parti Maju Sabah (SAPP), Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR), Pertubuhan Kebangsaan Sabah Bersatu (USNO), Parti Harapan Rakyat Sabah (PHRS), Parti Liberal Demokratik (LDP), and the President of Parti Cinta Sabah (PCS).
What This Means for Political Parties
For political parties interested in collaborating with GRS, this means that they can begin discussions and negotiations with the coalition now, rather than waiting until closer to the state election. This also provides an opportunity for parties to demonstrate their commitment and sincerity to working with GRS.
Conclusion
In conclusion, GRS is open to cooperation with any party that wishes to work with them, and parties do not have to wait for the state election to begin discussions. The coalition’s supreme council will make decisions on cooperation with other parties, taking into account the views of all parties involved.
FAQs
Q: When can parties begin cooperating with GRS?
A: Parties can begin cooperating with GRS now, ahead of the 17th Sabah state election.
Q: How will decisions on cooperation be made?
A: Decisions on cooperation will be made by the GRS supreme council, taking into account the views of all parties involved in the coalition.
Q: Which parties are part of the GRS coalition?
A: The GRS coalition comprises Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat), Parti Maju Sabah (SAPP), Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR), Pertubuhan Kebangsaan Sabah Bersatu (USNO), Parti Harapan Rakyat Sabah (PHRS), Parti Liberal Demokratik (LDP), and the President of Parti Cinta Sabah (PCS).