Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Pakatan Harapan will not name any candidate for Chief Minister in Sabah, stressing that the decision belongs solely to the people of the state.
Speaking at the “Ceramah Umum PMX Harapan Urang Sabah” in Bukit Padang, he said the coalition respects the principle of allowing Sabah voters to choose their own leader.
Anwar acknowledged Pakatan Harapan’s close cooperation with the state government but said this did not extend to deciding who should lead Sabah.
He said the coalition’s focus is on fielding strong candidates who can serve the people well and maintain a constructive relationship with the Federal Government.
Anwar added that strengthening Sabah’s development requires continued partnership and trust between the federal and state governments.
Earlier this month, Utusan Malaysia reported that Ruji Ubi, a former secretary-general for the unity ministry, had dismissed speculation that he would be appointed chief minister if the PH-GRS alliance wins the Nov 29 polls.
Ruji, who is contesting the Merotai seat, said his main focus was to ensure his party wins.
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