The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition in Malaysia has unanimously agreed to accept the United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) as a new component party. GRS Chairman Hajiji Noor announced the decision following a Supreme Council meeting. This move strengthens the ruling coalition in Sabah, expanding its political base. Upko’s inclusion is expected to bolster GRS’s position and influence within the state. The decision signifies a broadening of support for the current administration. Details regarding the specifics of Upko’s integration and any resulting cabinet adjustments have not yet been disclosed. This development is a significant shift in Sabah’s political landscape.