Labuan: The Labuan chapter of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is gearing up to mobilise its election machinery to assist Pakatan Harapan (PH) and its coalition partners ahead of the 17th Sabah State Election. Its chief, Simsudin Sidek, stated that Labuan PKR is fully prepared to extend its assistance throughout the campaign period in any constituencies where support is needed.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Simsudin emphasized that the running of the election machinery would be carried out in strict compliance with the rules and regulations set by the Election Commission (EC) to ensure that all activities adhere to the electoral laws. He noted that Labuan PKR’s readiness reflects its commitment to strengthening the PH coalition and ensuring a coordinated campaign in the upcoming state election.

Simsudin explained that although Labuan is geographically distinct from Sabah, the island’s PKR branch has always maintained close political cooperation with Sabah PH leaders. The branch is ready to assist in campaign activities such as voter engagement, logistics, and grassroots coordination, working closely with the PH machinery in Sabah.

The upcoming Sabah Election follows the official dissolution of the 16th Sabah State Legislative Assembly on Oct 6, as announced by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor after receiving consent from the Sabah Governor Tun Musa Aman. This dissolution, occurring a month before the assembly’s current term expired, paves the way for the 17th State Election to be held within 60 days as required under the state constitution. The Election Commission (EC) is expected to announce the nomination and polling dates soon.