KUCHING, Nov 6 – The Election Commission (EC) is meeting today to decide the key dates for Sarawak’s 13th State Election.
The meeting is chaired by EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun at a hotel in Kuching.
After the meeting, the EC will hold a press conference. During the session, it is expected to announce the election writ date, nomination day and polling day.
In addition, the commission will confirm which electoral roll will be used for the election.
Sarawak Assembly Dissolved in October
The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly was dissolved on Oct 26. Earlier, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced the dissolution on Oct 23.
Following the dissolution, preparations for the state election can move forward.
Under Article 21(4) of the Sarawak State Constitution, the election must take place within 60 days after the Assembly is dissolved.
Meanwhile, the current Assembly has 82 seats. Its term is due to end in February 2027.
GPS Won 76 Seats in the Last Election
In the 2021 state election, Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), led by Abang Johari, secured a strong victory.
The coalition won 76 out of 82 seats. Meanwhile, Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) secured four seats, while DAP won the remaining two.
However, Sarawak’s political landscape has changed since that election.
PSB was dissolved in 2024. Following its dissolution, three of its former assemblymen joined the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP), which is part of GPS.
In contrast, another former PSB assemblyman, See Chee How, left the party. He now serves as an independent representative for Batu Lintang.
GPS Consists of Four Political Parties
Currently, Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) consists of four political parties:
- Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB)
- Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP)
- Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS)
- Progressive Democratic Party (PDP)
With the EC meeting taking place today, political parties are waiting for the official election schedule.
Once the dates are announced, parties can plan their campaign activities and prepare their candidates.
At the same time, voters will have a clearer idea of the election timeline.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
