KUCHING: Sarawak Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said PKR should refrain from participating in the next state election and jeopardise the ruling coalition's cooperation under the unity government.
Responding to a question from reporters at a press conference today, he said considering past and recent elections, PKR has not managed to make significant inroads in Sarawak.
"Given our current unity government status, there's no point in challenging this balance," he said.
Abdul Karim said PKR has struggled to gain a foothold in Sarawak, and so far only DAP has secured two seats in Sarawak.
"It's best to leave it as it is. At present, the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly comprises 82 seats, with only two held by the opposition, both from the Democratic Action Party (DAP). PKR holds no seats in the assembly so it is best that it remains the same in future state elections.
"Disrupting this current situation is unnecessary. Just leave it as it is. You do it that way , we will reciprocate that way also," he said.
Abdul Karim said PKR should not jeopardise the ruling coalition's cooperation under the unity government, by contesting in the state elections.
He said this stance reflects a strategic choice to maintain stability and cooperation within the unity government, rather than pursuing uncertain electoral gains in Sarawak.