Multi-cornered fights in all 82 seats


Setting the stage: Workers hoisting GPS party flags in preparation for the 12th Sarawak state elections in Sibu. — Bernama

KUCHING: Multi-cornered fights are almost certain in all 82 seats when nominations open for the 12th Sarawak state election.The ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition, which is contesting in all seats, will be challenged by Pakatan Harapan, Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) and smaller local opposition parties.

GPS backbone party Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) will contest 47 seats, while its partners Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) will field candidates in 18 seats, Parti Rakyat Sarawak in 11 seats, and the Progressive Demo-cratic Party in six seats.

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