{
  "id": 380229,
  "title": "Upko's entry strengthens Sabah political stability, says Hajiji",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/upkos-entry-strengthens-sabah-political-stability-says-hajiji",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-09T13:50:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/08/1507716/upkos-entry-strengthens-sabah-political-stability-says-hajiji"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sabah's Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed that the entry of Upko into the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) will bolster the region's political stability. The GRS, led by President Datuk Ewon Benedick, aims to enhance cooperation among local parties to foster Sabah's development. Speaking at Upko's 32nd Anniversary Celebration and 17th Triennial Delegates Conference, Hajiji emphasized that the diverse backgrounds of GRS component parties, united under one goal, showcased their shared commitment to Sabah's future. The Chief Minister also acknowledged the invaluable support Upko and Ewon provided during his tenure, which propelled the implementation of the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 1.0 development plan, now progressing under SMJ 2.0. Hajiji highlighted the importance of political unity and close collaboration for a successful and prosperous future for Sabah, a goal he hopes generations to come will cherish.",
  "summary": "PENAMPANG: Upko’s entry into Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) will further strengthen political stability in Sabah, said GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.",
  "key_points": [
    "Upko's entry into GRS strengthens Sabah's political stability",
    "GRS aims to enhance cooperation among local parties for development",
    "Upko supported Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) 1.0 development plan"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "Politics : Political Stability Key To Focusing On Sabah’s Development - Hajiji",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/politics-political-stability-key-to-focusing-on-sabaha-s-development",
        "published": "2026-08-09T13:58:34.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}