Tuaran: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is fully prepared to face the 17th state election, said its chairman, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji, who is also the Chief Minister, stated that GRS has conducted a series of training sessions across constituencies and state assembly areas to strengthen the coalition's election machinery ahead of the polls. According to BERNAMA News Agency, Hajiji emphasized the readiness of GRS, stating, "Clearly, GRS is ready. We have established our election machinery and conducted several rounds of training in preparation." However, he noted that discussions on seat allocations have yet to take place. He made these remarks while addressing reporters after officiating the Aidiladha sacrificial ritual at the Tuaran District Police Headquarters. The event was attended by several notable figures, including Sabah Minister of Rural Development, Datuk Jahid Jahim; Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai; and Tuaran Police Chief, Supt Noraidin Ag Maidi n. The Sabah Legislative Assembly is scheduled to automatically dissolve on November 11, marking the end of the five-year term that began with its official opening by Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar Mahiruddin on November 12, 2020. This dissolution paves the way for the 17th state election. Hajiji also commented on the possibility of cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) for the upcoming election, stating that GRS remains open to discussions with the party's leaders. He mentioned that the last meeting with the BN chairman, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, took place before the fasting month, during which political matters were discussed. However, no further talks on collaboration or related issues have occurred since then. Hajiji reiterated that any party-related matters, including the 17th state election and potential cooperation with other parties, must first be discussed with the GRS Supreme Council before any decisions are made.