PBB move likely to herald new chapter in GPS
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu’s (PBB) decision to include younger people in the political process is likely to inspire its Gabungan Parti Sarawak coalition partners. It is still early in the day to say if they will do likewise but Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS), for instance, feels it would make sense with the advent of […]
‘We don’t them to be mere listeners or observers’
PUSA: The move by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) to set up a new wing for youths between the ages of 18 to 28 should not result in the creation of merely a pool of observers and listeners. Beting Maro Information chief Ramzi Rasit said the involvement of youths in politics in a borderless world […]
Taking in youth to stay on course into the future
KUCHING: A new wing will be set up in Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) to bring youth aged between 18 and 28 on board as the party seeks to stay on course well into the future. The party constitution will be amended in the coming months to bring this to fruition, said PBB president Datuk […]
PBB’s new wing plan gets the thumbs-up
KUCHING: The move by Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) to form a new wing for those aged 18 to 28 has received the support of a GPS component party. Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) acting president Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum described the move as in the right direction and in line with changing times. Asked […]
Jerip in pole position for PBB at Mambong
KUCHING: There is no official announcement yet but voters in Mambong can expect Datuk Dr Jerip Susil to be renominated to defend the seat in the coming 12th state election. This is based on the groundswell of support for Gabungan Parti Sarawak’s (GPS) main component Parti Pesaka Bumiputera (PBB) in the area. In addition, Dr […]
Bekenu incumbent Rosey likely chosen to defend seat
BY NATASHA JEE & MARGARET RINGGIT MIRI: Bekenu incumbent Datuk Rosey Yunus of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) is likely to be nominated again to defend the seat for the coming 12th State Election. Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Rosey had worked hard for her constituents. “Insya-Allah, if you […]
We are ready, declares Dr Abdul Rahman
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is fully prepared to face the 12th state election (PRN-12) which will take place on Dec 18. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice-president Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said services were provided to the people not only during the election season but continuously and all the time. “We have been […]
PBB happy with dates for state polls
KUCHING: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) welcomes the Election Commission’s (EC) official announcement on the dates for the 12th state election in December. Its vice president Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah stated that the state election must be held as soon as possible so that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) can get fresh mandate from […]
Manyin leaves office on a high note
KUCHING: Veteran politician Datuk Amar Micheal Manyin anak Jawong is calling time on his illustrious career and is doing so with no regrets. The Tebedu incumbent who announced his decision to make way in the upcoming 12th state election is convinced that he had done his best, especially for his beloved Bidayuh community. “It’s official. […]
Outgoing Manyin gets credit for enhancing Bidayuh unity
KUCHING: Datuk Amar Michael Manyin Jawong’s decision to not contest in the upcoming 12th state election has been described as an honourable move from a senior leader. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice-president Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said Manyin was a respected Bidayuh leader who had helped in strengthening unity in the community in […]