GABUNGAN Parti Sarawak (GPS) has successfully governed the state according to its own mould and without having to refer to any party at the federal level, said chairman Abang Johari Abang Openg.

Sarawak has gone through many experiences in its political journey at both state and federal levels in the 58 years of independence, and these experiences have made the state more mature, he added.

“As a result of the leadership crisis at the federal level in 2018, we took bold and drastic measures by forming GPS on June 12, 2018.

“Sarawak needs a strong and united coalition of local-based parties to champion the plight of its people without the control and influence of any outside party,” he said when launching the GPS manifesto for the state elections.

GPS is made up of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu, Sarawak United Peoples’ Party, Parti Rakyat Sarawak and Progressive Democratic Party.

Abang Johari said the coalition is “the best and only platform for people who want continued development in a stable political environment, in which they can live peacefully and harmoniously, and with respect among various races and religions”.

GPS has brought development and implemented more than 100 “game-changer” initiatives to boost the socio-economic development in the state, he added.

“GPS has laid the foundation for strategic development to ensure the continued progress of Sarawak. Development efforts can be realised only if it continues to be given the mandate to govern the state through the state elections.

“Sarawak’s future lies in Sarawak people’s hands.

“We will develop the state according to our own mould and only we can ensure that the prosperity is enjoyed by the people of Sarawak.”

The Election Commission has set polling day for the state elections on December 18. – Bernama, December 8, 2021.