PENAMPANG: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) will decide through its Supreme Council whether to contest the upcoming state election independently.
He made the remarks after opening the first joint convention between Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) and Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) at the KDCA Hall here on Saturday.
Supporters of both parties were heard chanting “solo, solo, solo” during Hajiji’s speech, calling for GRS to stand alone in the polls.
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He welcomed the strong grassroots support as a sign of unity and confidence in GRS's leadership.
Hajiji also highlighted Sabah’s improving economic performance under GRS, citing GDP growth to RM84.3 billion in 2024 and state reserves reaching RM8.6 billion.
Describing the PBS-Star convention as a historic milestone, he said it reflected growing political maturity among local parties united in advancing Sabah’s interests.