After having laid down the pillars of reform in 2024-2025, my mission for 2026-2027 is deliberate and unequivocal: “Modernising the Health System, Elevating Service Quality” (Memodenkan Sistem Kesihatan, Melonjakkan Mutu Perkhidmatan). This shift towards primary care ensures that quality health services are brought closer to communities rather than relying solely on congested urban hospitals. As outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), the National Health Fund is designed to pool and diversify health financing and change how we pay for care. Furthermore, to empower citizens, we are introducing voluntary, standardised base Medical and Health Insurance/Takaful (MHIT) products, offering better value without compromising quality. The baton we pass forward will be steadier, the path precisely charted, and the health system resilient, sustainable and equitable.

Source: The Edge Markets January 12, 2026 04:01 UTC