DAP gives Sarawak chapter full autonomy for state polls
KLUANG: The Sarawak DAP chapter has been given full autonomy to decide on candidates for the state election.
KUCHING - The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has announced it will reveal its 82 candidates for the 13th Sarawak state election on Nov 25. Chairman and Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg revealed the list will comprise candidates from all four component parties. Speaking after the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Southern Zone Convention, the premier stated the event allowed the party to identify future leaders and evaluate current political climate in their respective constituencies.
Abang Johari expressed confidence in the coalition's ability to efficiently run its election machinery, aiming for a GPS victory on Dec 12. He hinted at the possibility of fielding a mix of new and experienced candidates to maintain leadership continuity. Nominations for the election open on Nov 28 and early voting begins on Dec 8.
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