GRS must navigate seat-sharing to expand GE16 tally
The coalition will need to win more than nine seats to reach its target for the next general election.
The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition is aiming to expand its parliamentary seat tally in the upcoming general election, according to GRS secretary-general Armizan Mohd Ali. A recent simulation based on the 2025 Sabah state election results indicates that the coalition could secure more than 15 seats. GRS already holds six out of the 25 parliamentary seats in Sabah, with victories in Papar, Sipitang, Ranau, Keningau, Batu Sapi, and Tawau in the 15th general election.
Analysts are optimistic about GRS's prospects in the upcoming election, citing its strong performance in the state polls and broad support across various regions. However, GRS's expansion ambitions may depend on electoral pacts and its ability to retain its existing seats. Key battlegrounds for GRS include Kudat, Kota Belud, Beaufort, Kimanis, Beluran, and Kota Marudu, which are currently not held by the coalition.
Winning these seats could be challenging, but GRS holds a potential advantage in Beaufort and Beluran, given its strong showing in the recent state election.
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