KOTA KINABALU, June 3 -- Sabah Umno has reiterated its unwillingness to work with Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) heading into the 17th state election, said Umno chairman Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin, citing previous broken promises.

He, however, told the New Straits Times (NST) that cooperation with GRS after the election was possible.

"Sabah Umno is not refusing to work with GRS, but we have gone through a dark and bitter history with them. To consider working together again, we must be cautious and assess their sincerity.

"There's an old saying: don't get bitten by the same snake twice," he was quoted as saying by NST.

"As for any post-election cooperation, Umno will evaluate the matter after the polls," he said.

Earlier, by Kota Kina...