THE dissolution of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly on 6 October 2025 has set the stage for the 17th Sabah State Election, marking another significant moment in the political evolution of one of Malaysia s more diverse and dynamic states. For decades, Sabahans have lived with the tension between vast natural wealth and persistent developmental challenges, [...]
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