Tag: Sabah elections
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Beyond Autonomy: How Sabah Elections Shift Federal Power in Malaysia
Introduction: A watershed moment for Sabah and Malaysia The 29 November Sabah state election delivered more than a new chief minister or altered coalition lines. It marked a strategic recalibration of Sabah’s relationship with Kuala Lumpur and, by extension, the federal balance of power across Peninsular Malaysia. While the immediate effects are local—new leadership, potential…
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Anwar Says Govt Vehicles Used for PKR Campaign, Sabah Events Included
PKR’s Anwar Ibrahim Addresses Use of Government Vehicles in Campaigns In a move aimed at clarifying messaging around campaign logistics, PKR president Anwar Ibrahim publicly asserted that government vehicles were used during party events. He indicated that some of the instances occurred during campaigns tied to the Sabah state polls, where PKR announced candidates for…
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Sabah Chief Minister: PH Won’t Field CM Candidates, Anwar Says
PH won’t nominate a Sabah chief minister candidate In a statement that underscores the evolving dynamics of Sabah’s political landscape, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Pakatan Harapan (PH) will not nominate any candidate for the position of Sabah chief minister in the ongoing discussions about leadership and governance in the state. He stressed that…
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That choice belongs to Sabah: Anwar says PH won’t field chief minister candidates
PH does not intend to field a Sabah chief minister candidate In a move that underscores the local-centric approach to Sabah’s politics, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Pakatan Harapan (PH) will not be fielding a candidate for the position of Sabah chief minister. He stressed that the final decision lies with the people of…
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Anwar: PH Won’t Field Sabah Chief Minister Candidates — Decision Lies With Sabahans
PH Declines to Nominate a Sabah Chief Minister Candidate In a statement that underscores respect for local autonomy, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Pakatan Harapan (PH) will not field any candidate for the position of Sabah chief minister in the upcoming state elections. He stressed that the choice of who leads Sabah as chief…
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BN fielding heavyweights in Sabah polls but must sell stability, analysts warn
BN bets heavyweights to anchor stability in Sabah polls In Sabah, the big names are being deployed with a message: stability above all. As the state gears up for elections, the Barisan Nasional (BN) group is fielding a slate of veteran leaders and seasoned politicans in a bid to reassure voters that continuity and tested…