Hajiji, the Sabah chief minister, said such an approach was important to ensure that any decision made reflects the coalition’s views and wants in the interest of political stability.

“We will refer to the GRS Supreme Council to decide on the matter,” he was reported as saying by Sayang Sabah, a local portal.

Hajiji also said that political stability was the main priority for the state government.

Yesterday, PH chairman Anwar Ibrahim said he was optimistic that the three coalitions would be able to reach an agreement for the state election.

Anwar, the prime minister, said Hajiji had his full support to lead discussions on an election pact between GRS, PH, and BN.

Hajiji for his part said the cooperation between GRS and Sabah PH had been smooth.

“The current state government was established following an alliance between GRS and PH, and until today, there are no issues,” he said.

On Friday, GRS threatened to go solo at the state polls if PH and BN finalised an electoral pact, with Hajiji saying that local Sabah parties should be the backbone and head of the state government.