PETALING JAYA: Warisan vice-president Datuk Junz Wong said the party has no plans to contest seats in Peninsular Malaysia in the next general election.
He said the focus of the party remains on Sabah and advancing the interests of the state.
He added that the matter of expanding beyond Sabah has not been discussed within the party’s decision-making bodies.
“This has never been brought up for deliberation at our meetings. There is no plan to move in that direction at this point.”
He also said Warisan’s strategy remains centred on strengthening its presence in Sabah, particularly in advocating key issues such as federal revenue entitlement and local development.
“Our work in Sabah remains our top priority. We want to ensure the voices of Sabahans are represented at the state and federal levels.”
However, he said the party is not closing the door entirely on future considerations.
“We are two years away from the next general election. Over (that time), we would assess how the situation develops and make decisions accordingly.”
Wong also reaffirmed Warisan’s commitment to its grassroots base and policies aimed at delivering tangible benefits to Sabahans.
“We will continue working to ensure the state’s development and representation are protected and enhanced.”
In GE15 in 2022, Warisan contested 53 parliamentary seats, including 26 in Peninsular Malaysia, but failed to win any seats outside Sabah.
