Ministry of Health Discusses Sabah Health Autonomy Under MA63
The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) is actively holding discussions with the Sabah state government to address the issue of health autonomy. This effort is part of the government's commitment to fulfilling the demands under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63).
Minister of Health, Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, stated that the main focus of the discussions is to resolve the issue of overlapping authority between federal and state authorities. Furthermore, the ministry aims to ensure more effective coordination of powers in the management of health facilities in Sabah.
Another important aspect of these discussions involves the appointment of health personnel. The ministry is seeking the best solutions to ensure that human resource management can be carried out more smoothly and meet the specific needs of the state's population.
This step is seen as a crucial effort to empower the health system in Sabah so that it is more responsive to local needs. With clearer autonomy, it is hoped that the quality of health services for the people can be improved more efficiently.
Overall, these discussions reflect the close cooperation between the federal government and the state government in championing the rights of Sabah. The MOH is committed to continuing discussions to ensure that every issue raised can be resolved for the benefit of the public.