As Sabah approaches the 17th state election (GE17), an intriguing political shift is unfolding: Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR), once dismissed as a small regional player, is gaining traction across rural and even some semi-urban constituencies. The surprise lies not in STAR s message which has always been rooted in Sabah rights and autonomy [...]
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