14 November 2025 KUALA LUMPUR: Three Members of Parliament have called for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to be set up to investigate the signing of the United States-Malaysia Reciprocal Trade Agreement. They called for the RCI to examine claims that Malaysia was “forced” into negotiations, why an agreement was signed instead of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or framework, and to recommend stronger governance and consultation mechanisms for future trade deals. In a

14 November 2025 KOTA KINABALU: United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) candidate for N18 Inanam, Datuk Wong Thien Fook, has outlined a series of key commitments aimed at driving economic growth, improving infrastructure and traffic management, and expanding access to affordable housing in the constituency. Wong said that if elected, he would work through UPKO’s platform to push for more dynamic and sustainable economic development in Inanam. “UPKO will drive more dyn

14 November 2025 KOTA KINABALU: United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) candidate for N22 Tanjung Aru, Dennison R. Indang, has pledged principled and community-centred leadership, saying voters deserve a representative who is grounded in local realities rather than external agendas. Speaking ahead of the state election, Dennison said his commitment to Tanjung Aru, Sembulan, and Pulau Gaya is anchored in the “Sabah First” Agenda , prioritising the voices, rights, and i

14 November 2025 KOTA KINABALU: United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) President Datuk Ewon Benedick has confirmed that the party will contest 25 seats in the upcoming 17th Sabah State General election (PRU17) , emphasising a united push to uphold Sabah’s constitutional rights and drive a principled, people-focused agenda. Ewon said he will personally lead the slate of UPKO candidates as they champion the party’s manifesto and its “Sabah First” agenda, rooted in the

14 November 2025 KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) has strengthened its market diversification strategy following its participation in Saudi Arabia’s inaugural tourism summit, TOURISE 2025, recently held in Riyadh. Led by Chief Executive Officer Julinus Jeffery Jimit, the STB delegation engaged extensively with key tourism stakeholders throughout the three-day summit, organised by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism and held from 11–13 November. The delegation also compr

14 November 2025 KOTA KINABALU: Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) has described the Federal Government’s decision not to appeal Sabah’s 40 per cent entitlement as a significant step forward, but cautioned that ongoing challenges to parts of the court ruling continue to raise concern among Sabahans. PBS Information Chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said the public is seeking assurance that the latest development will not “derail or complicate” efforts to fulfil Sabah’s long-awaited rights

14 November 2025 PENAMPANG : “Sabah First!” echoed through the hall, powerful and rhythmic, shaking the rafters and setting the tone for the hours to come. More then 3000 People had convened at Dewan Gawir Kg Madsiang to welcome their leader of choice Datuk Ewon Benedick President of United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO). He arrived amidst shouts of 'UPKO, Sabah First' and as he greeted each and everyone, there was a palpable feeling of pride for the young politici

14 November 2025 PENAMPANG: The United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) has unveiled its full slate of candidates for the upcoming Sabah State Election, confirming its contest in 25 constituencies. While many nominees are new faces in the electoral arena, they are long-serving party members who have consistently upheld UPKO’s values and principles. The line-up features a mix of experienced leaders and active community figures, all of whom have pledged their commitment