Desmond Davidson
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Sarawak to see battle of 2 big names in Batu Kawah
Analysts split over outcome in the crowded field, where the main contenders are Sim Kui Hian and Kelvin Yii.
Abang Jo trades Satok for backwater Gedong in coming polls
Ibrahim Baki to contest in CM’s current seat.
Analysts project Malacca-like low voter turnout in Sarawak polls
They cite reasons such as fear of contracting Covid-19, unfavourable year-end monsoon weather and restrictive campaign SOP.
Sarawak DAP chief gives up Kota Sentosa seat to contest in Padungan
Chong Chieng Jen to explain to irate constituents events that led to incumbent Wong King Wei leaving party.
PKR wants to settle Sarawak polls seat dispute by morning
State chapter hopes DAP will agree to give up Kemena, Senadin and Piasau.
Adenan’s widow not defending Tanjong Datu seat, says Abang Johari
Jamilah Anu opts to retire, son Azizul to take over.
Sarawak to realise airline dream with boutique carrier
Fleet likely to comprise 100- to 120-seater aircraft, Abang Johari says.
PBK entry dashes Pakatan’s hopes for straight fights in Sarawak
Record number of candidates expected in December 18 state elections.
We’ll contest all 4 disputed seats if issue unresolved, PKR warns DAP
Sarawak PKR says it will do this unless agreement reached before state polls’ nomination day.
Sarawak DAP reveals its first 18 candidates
Identities of six contenders kept secret ‘for strategic reasons’.
Draft SOP for Sarawak polls allows physical campaigning, ceramah only in villages, longhouses
Election Commission also does not permit outsiders, non-residents to canvass for votes in these areas, a proposal shows.
Sarawak CM wants East Malaysian rep on IRB board
Abang Jo says ‘we all forgot about it’, rule must now be honoured.
Sarawak civil society groups want practical polls SOP
Do not deny political parties, candidates the chance to meet voters in safe manner, they say.
Sarawak CM dismisses queries about GPS dispute over 3 seats
Abang Johari Abang Openg says alliance will decide on matter after consultation.
Kenneth Cheng Chee Kin