Thousands of PDP, PSB members attend inaugural unity dinner
SIBU: Around 2,000 members of the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) from various walks of life attended its Grand Unity Dinner last night (Aug 20). The dinner marked the first programme organised by PDP after the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between both parties in Kuala Lumpur on July 13. […]
PDP-PSB merger likely to take place in December
SIBU: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) are expected to merge in December, said PDP president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. Tiong, who is also the federal Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture said both parties need to thrash out a few matters for the merger to materialise. “We can be […]
PDP and PSB join forces for Grand Unity Night in Sibu
KUCHING: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) are set to unite at the Grand Unity Night, taking place on Aug 19 at Kingwood Hotel in Sibu. The dinner event, organised by PDP president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, will witness the presence of leaders and members from both parties, representing all […]
A new political realignment
Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly and applying the wrong remedies. – Ernest Benn, British publisher, writer and political publicist Wind of change. That is the motto used by leaders and mouthpieces of Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) when campaigning during the last Sarawak state election in 2021. […]
Maintaining political relevance through pacts
KUCHING: The recent political development in Sarawak has further solidified the narrative that splinter parties typically struggle to maintain its longevity and will seek dominant political parties to ensure their relevance. Political analyst Dr Ammar Redza Ahmad Rizal said this is evident through the move made by Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) to form a collaboration […]
Potential merger between PDP and PSB raises concerns for SUPP
KUCHING: The collaboration and possible merger between the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) have sparked concerns for the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP), while other Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) components, namely Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) and Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS), may not be as affected. Following the loss of Dudong […]
GPS welcomes unity efforts, says Minos
KUCHING: Political observer Datuk Peter Minos believes that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) will support any political efforts aimed at promoting unity and solidarity in Sarawak. According to Minos, the recent decision made by the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) is beneficial for the people and the future of the state. Minos […]
PDP in good stead with new synergy
‘It has been our stand to combine experienced leaders with new leaders so we can inject new ideas and plans. This will strengthen the party along with the new line-up of youth and women wings. – Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, newly elected PDP deputy president. LAST week, I had the opportunity to cover the Progressive […]
Yeo elected as new PDP youth chief, Angnes women chief
BINTULU: David Yeo was unanimously elected as the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) new Youth Chief while Angnes Jonep was named the new women’s chief during the party’s Triennial General Assembly (TGA) 2023 held here today. Their term will be from 2023-2026. Yeo had previously served as the acting Youth Chief after Robert Ayu’s resignation. Yiak […]
PDP seeks more members in Tasik Biru
BAU: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) in Tasik Biru is seeking to increase its membership in Tasik Biru in pursuance of having a stronger foothold and appeal to younger voters. PDP Tasik Biru chairman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said currently, the number of party members has decreased to 3,224 due to some members passing away […]
