RANAU: GRS candidate Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Joachim Gunsalan confidently faces a crowded field of ten candidates in the Kundasang state seat race.
Leveraging his extensive experience and proven development record, Joachim frames the multi-candidate contest as an opportunity for diverse perspectives to enrich the region’s future.
His campaign focuses on continuing existing development projects to benefit the people of Kundasang, emphasising sustained physical and economic progress alongside improved community wellbeing.
At a recent gathering with residents from Kaingaran and Timbua, Joachim reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening development efforts if re-elected on Nov. 29.
He highlighted Kundasang’s tourism potential, pointing to its natural beauty, favourable climate, and growing eco-tourism sector.
Infrastructure development, he added, extends beyond the township to ensure remote villages receive essential amenities.
Key achievements under his leadership include expanding electricity access to rural settlements, establishing a water treatment plant, and upgrading roads to improve agricultural transport.
Joachim also aims to empower the younger generation through land development initiatives and encouraging participation in local economic activities, supported by State Government allocations for youth programs and community-wide infrastructure projects.
Prioritising tourism, he plans to conserve and develop river zones as attractions and construct a suspension bridge to improve access for remote communities.
He pledges fair and strategic distribution of development funds tailored to each area’s needs.
Backed by local leaders, Joachim positions himself as the experienced choice to continue Kundasang’s positive development, welcoming the robust competition as a catalyst for progress.
