KOTA KINABALU: Parti Kerjasama Anak Negeri (PKAN) President Datuk Henrynus Amin has reaffirmed the party’s commitment to contest in 55 state seats or more across Sabah in the upcoming state elections (PRN).
He said that most of the candidates have already been identified.
Addressing critics who label the party a “small fry”, Henrynus stated that the party is not intimidated by negative comments and is ready to face the polls with a strong lineup.
The party’s list of candidates will feature a blend of experienced seniors (above 50) and dynamic youths (below 50), with a strong commitment to gender empowerment: at least 30% of candidates will be women, he said in a statement today.
Henrynus also outlined the five core agendas guiding Parti ANAK NEGERI’s political action:
Rights & Dignity: To fight for the rights, dignity, and interest of the people of Sabah, especially the indigenous community facing existential threats due to shifting political demography.
State Financial Rights: To fight for state rights within the federal system, particularly financial rights as provided for by the Malaysia Agreement, the IGC Report, and the Federal Constitution.
Security & Sovereignty: To ensure federal obligations on the security and sovereignty of Sabah, especially resolving issues related to the presence of more than a million non-citizens.
Economic Development: To build Sabah’s economy and resolve rural poverty and youth unemployment in the state.
Religious Harmony: To protect and preserve religious harmony by ensuring the freedom of religion in Sabah.
He said these are the guiding principles in the preparation of the party’s election manifesto to be announced on October 26. 2025 in Ranau.
Meanwhile, Henrynus announced a major boost to its ranks with the entry of seasoned political figure Dato’ Jismith Haji Japong.
Dato’ Jismit joined the party as an ordinary member and was immediately appointed as the party’s new Election Director.
