Muhyiddin Focuses on Sabah Election, Rules Out GRS Alliance
- Bersatu, a Malaysian political party, is actively preparing for the upcoming Sabah state election, with party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin expressing confidence in growing public support.
- According to Muhyiddin,these meetings indicate a desire for change and rejection of the current state government led by Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor,the Chairman of Sabah's state chapter of...
- Muhyiddin firmly ruled out any potential cooperation with the Gabungan rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition.
Bersatu Targets Sabah State Election, Rules Out Alliance with GRS
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- Updated September 8, 2025, 04:20:37
Bersatu’s Sabah Strategy
Bersatu, a Malaysian political party, is actively preparing for the upcoming Sabah state election, with party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin expressing confidence in growing public support. Muhyiddin stated that groundwork for the election began months prior to December 8, 2023. He and other party leaders, including Datuk Hamzah Zainuddin, have been meeting with communities throughout Sabah to gauge sentiment.
According to Muhyiddin,these meetings indicate a desire for change and rejection of the current state government led by Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor,the Chairman of Sabah’s state chapter of Bersatu. Muhyiddin voiced hope for a new government to emerge following the election.
No Cooperation with GRS
Muhyiddin firmly ruled out any potential cooperation with the Gabungan rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition. He cited a past betrayal by GRS,specifically Hajiji Noor’s decision to distance himself from Bersatu after being nominated as Chief Minister following a previous election victory. muhyiddin characterized GRS as “traitors” and stated there was no justification for renewed collaboration.
The GRS coalition currently governs Sabah. Its composition and political dynamics are key to understanding the upcoming election’s landscape. [Gabungan Rakyat Sabah official website](https://grs.net.my/)
Chief Minister Candidate Remains Undecided
When questioned about a potential Bersatu candidate for Chief Minister, Muhyiddin indicated that a decision would be made at a later stage. Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee, a Bersatu vice-president, has been speculated as a possible contender. Muhyiddin emphasized the need for careful strategic planning, including exploring potential alliances with parties aligned with Bersatu, before making any announcements.
He explained that premature declarations could be detrimental to the party’s prospects and that a more opportune moment would be chosen for such a significant declaration.
Party Unity as a Priority
While focusing on Sabah, Muhyiddin repeatedly stressed the importance of unity within Bersatu as the foundation for its strength. He highlighted that preparations for the state elections are also underway in other states, but emphasized that a cohesive party is crucial for success across the board.