KUCHING: The opposition parties in Sarawak and Sabah must work together as a united front in order to have a more forceful voice, said Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) president Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh.
In the statement on Sunday (March 27), Wong said the PSB Elections Committee is mandated to liaise with like-minded opposition parties in Sarawak and Sabah to formalise a Borneo Alliance which will be a credible and significant third force in federal politics.
“The elections committee will lead the party’s preparations for the 15th general elections.
“Baru Bian is elections director while all members of our Presidential Council will sit as members of the committee,” he said.
According to the statement, the committee established the terms of reference which include identifying the seats contested, preparing potential candidates, setting up criteria for the final selection of the candidates, drafting manifestos and other relevant matters.
“Looking at the scenario at Putrajaya now, it is likely that GE15 will happen sooner rather than later.
“Although UMNO leaders have high expectations of sweeping back into power, it is not a guaranteed shoo-in for them.
“On our part, Sarawakians must come out in full force this time to ensure that our interests and resources will be protected from further erosion by the Malayan politicians.
“I am confident that the Borneo Alliance will have the support of Sarawakians and Sabahans as it offers for the first time a combined strategy and common purpose in our position within the federation. This synergistic partnership will be a leap forward for the Borneo States.”
