Kesepaduan GRS perkukuh kuasa tawar-menawar Sabah di peringkat persekutuan

The political strength of Sabah must be rooted in unity within the GRS, according to GRS Chair Hajiji Noor. (Photo by Bernama) KUDAT: All constituent parties of the GRS must place importance on Sabah's interests and unity for strengthening Sabah's bargaining power at the federal level, said Noor, who also serves as the state's chief minister.

He emphasized that the political power of Sabah in federal discussions must be anchored in internal unity within the GRS, rather than being marred by disputes over positions and political egos. To build true Sabah strength, we should not praise unity in others if we cannot resolve internal divisions within our own GRS. Noor cautioned that no party is so large that it no longer needs its allies, and no party is so small that its contributions can be ignored.

At the GRS 2026 Convention, held at the Tun Mustapha Complex, Noor delivered his keynote address, with deputy GRS Chair Joachim Gunsalam, Masidi Manjun, Anifah Aman, Liew Yun Fah, Ewon Benedick, and Chin Su Phin in attendance, along with Chief Secretary Armizan Mohd Ali. Noor also praised the founding members who sacrificed their time, energy, and money for campaigning during elections, reminding leaders not to forget their contributions after gaining power.

He noted that the actions of certain parties leaving the GRS to act independently need to serve as a lesson, to strengthen the decision-making process and the GRS for state stability. Noor stressed that merely being a local party is not enough to gain voter confidence unless the government can handle everyday problems and provide economic opportunities.

He emphasized that voter confidence requires a stable government that is not just good at talking but can solve problems, as we can win on stage but lose the hearts of the people.