Warisan-STAR-KDM pact could give GRS a serious fight, says analyst
Awang Azman Pawi says an electoral understanding among the three local parties can make them ‘very formidable, but not automatically dominant’.
A pact among Sabah-based political parties Warisan, STAR, and KDM could present a formidable challenge to the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) in the upcoming 16th general election, according to analysts. While this alliance could make the three parties strong, it does not guarantee victory, as the parties may not necessarily be able to transfer their votes as a bloc.
Warisan, led by Shafie Apdal, STAR, headed by Jeffrey Kitingan, and KDM, whose acting president is Priscella Peter, have already been discussing an electoral understanding for the GE16. Warisan, STAR and KDM have a combined 28 seats, just one fewer than GRS, which won 25.4% of the popular vote in the last election. However, they have faced competition within the same constituencies, and there are concerns about seat overlaps, competitive ambitions, and leadership tensions.
GRS may need to prioritize winning seats while considering alliances in marginal constituencies where local networks and grassroots support are crucial.
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