KENINGAU: Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) is firm in its stance to remain in the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to face the 17th State Election (PRN).
Its Deputy President, Datuk Robert Tawik, stressed that Star would not leave GRS, despite speculation that the party, along with Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS), may leave the coalition to contest solo after the establishment of PBStar.
He said that GRS was established based on the aspirations of the people of Sabah who want unity between local parties to achieve political stability in the state.
“The establishment of GRS on March 11, 2022 was a major step for unity and political maturity of Sabah.
“It reflects the spirit of consensus and sincerity of all parties involved to put aside differences for the sake of this beloved state,” he said in a statement.
Robert stressed that the leadership of this coalition is in the best possible condition with the experienced combination of STAR President Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey G. Kitingan and the Chief Minister who is also GRS Chairman and Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (PGRS) President, Datuk Seri Hajiji Haji Noor.
“The combination of these two great figures has not only succeeded in creating political stability in the state, but also made GRS a coalition that is respected and honoured, including by the Federal Government.
“Their ability in fighting for Sabah’s rights has resulted in great success, including the restoration of various state rights enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63),” he said.
He said that STAR, which currently holds six State Legislative Assembly seats, is confident that grassroots support for GRS is very strong, and will continue to contribute to the coalition’s success in the upcoming PRN17.
“We will continue to work hard to ensure that the people’s mandate is maintained and the GRS Government continues to be trusted to rule.
“Only with continued government stability, more development, economic opportunities and welfare incentives can be delivered to the people of Sabah from all walks of life,” he stressed.
Robert also called on all party supporters and members as well as the people of Sabah to continue to stand firm with GRS for the sake of a developed, competitive and dignified state.
