Sarawak polls: GPS to unveil 82 candidates on Nov 25

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.