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Daily Express
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Express
Digital healthcare project at Tuaran and Beluran hospitals lauded
Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 05, 2025 By: Nikko Fabian Text Size: James highlighted the project's significant achievements, including the complete integration of digital platforms across key departments, the transition from paper-based to digital systems for crucial processes like triage and clinical encounters, and the implementation of real-time dashboards for informed decision-making. Kota Kinabalu: State Community Development and People's Wellbeing Minister Datuk James Ratib praised the successful implementation of a groundbreaking digital healthcare project at Tuaran and Beluran Hospitals. He said the initiative, a collaborative effort between the Ministry, Allyssa Certification Sdn Bhd, MQuest Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), had fully digitised critical hospital workflows, resulting in enhanced efficiency and improved patient care. James highlighted the project's significant achievements, including the complete integration of digital platforms across key departments, the transition from paper-based to digital systems for crucial processes like triage and clinical encounters, and the implementation of real-time dashboards for informed decision-making. He emphasised the project's success in integrating laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy modules with the Hospital Information System (HIS), and the deployment of AI-enabled tools to support clinical decision-making. The Minister underscored the project's positive impact on improving healthcare access for remote and underserved communities, accelerating data-driven state-level health policy decisions, and enhancing the efficiency and transparency of healthcare resource allocation. He called the initiative a 'low-risk, high-impact transformation' with the potential to set a new benchmark for smarter healthcare delivery in the region. 'The successful completion of the Proof of Concept (PoC) at Tuaran and Beluran Hospitals positions them as pioneers in digital healthcare within Sabah, paving the way for the development of a future-proof, autonomous digital healthcare ecosystem tailored to the unique needs of the state,' James affirmed his ministry's commitment to supporting the full implementation of this transformative initiative. The project aligns with the BIMP-EAGA Vision 2025, promoting digitalisation for regional economic growth and resilience.
The Star
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Path ahead for BIMP-EAGA needs innovation, political will, says President Marcos Jr
KUALA LUMPUR: The path ahead for the Brunei Darussalam-indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) calls for greater innovation and political will, says Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The Philippine President, who chaired the 16th BIMP-EAGA Summit on Tuesday (May 27), said this year's summit holds special significance as it marked eight years of remarkable progress since the adoption of BIMP-EAGA Vision 2025. 'Since 2017, our cooperation has deepened, and partnerships have delivered tangible benefits for the people. 'Together, we have laid down stronger foundations for inclusive, sustainable and innovation driven growth,' he said in his opening remarks. He said joint initiatives in connectivity, trade and investment facilitation, ecotourism, redevelopment and more, reinforces commitment in narrowing the development gap for the future. 'Let us take this opportunity to not only celebrate these milestones but also affirm our shared vision for a more integrated, prosperous and resilient BIMP-EAGA,' he said. Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Brunei Sultan His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Indonesia president Prabowo Subianto, Asean secretary-general Dr Kao Kim Hourn and Asian Development Bank president Masato Kanda. Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan were also among those present.
Daily Express
05-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Banggi holds biogas potential
Published on: Monday, May 05, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 05, 2025 By: Nikko Fabian Text Size: Preliminary assessments indicate Banggi Island's potential to generate over 1.5 GWh of renewable electricity annually by converting palm oil mill effluent and other biomass by-products into biogas. Kota Kinabalu: BIMP-EAGA Business Council (BEBC-Sabah) Chairman Dr. Raymond Alfred revealed its unwavering support for developing biogas energy infrastructure on Banggi Island. He said this strategic initiative aims to bolster sustainable energy security and foster inclusive economic growth in the region. 'Banggi Island, including Kudat and Kota Marudu, boasts a burgeoning oil palm industry, generating substantial biomass waste like POME and EFB…This presents a unique opportunity to transform Banggi into a model for rural renewable energy and agro-industrial development. I am eager to collaborate with Dato Verdon Bahanda, the Member of Parliament for Kudat, on this project,' he added. Preliminary assessments indicate Banggi Island's potential to generate over 1.5 GWh of renewable electricity annually by converting palm oil mill effluent and other biomass by-products into biogas. The clean energy source could power hundreds of rural homes and businesses, significantly reducing reliance on expensive diesel-generated electricity. Raymond further emphasized, 'This initiative aligns perfectly with the BIMP-EAGA Vision 2025, promoting green infrastructure, robust local value chains, and sustainable livelihoods. It's also crucial for Banggi's long-term goal of achieving full district status, with energy self-sufficiency forming a cornerstone of its local governance and development.' The Business Council advocates for: A comprehensive feasibility study involving state agencies, palm oil stakeholders, and renewable energy experts. Strategic public-private partnerships to expedite infrastructure investment. Robust support from national bodies such as SEDA, MPOB, and the Sabah Energy Commission. Raymond highlighted that biogas development transcends mere technological advancement; it represents a transformative opportunity to create green jobs, enhance energy access, and empower local communities in one of Sabah's most remote yet resource-rich areas. 'With the support of the BIMP-EAGA Special Envoy Tan Sri Pandikar Amin, we are committed to establishing Banggi as a pioneering example of rural energy transition—benefiting not only Sabah, but the entire BIMP-EAGA region,' quipped. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
02-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
BIMP-EAGA Business Council backs biogas development in Banggi Island
Dr Raymond (right) during his visit to one of the Biogas projects in Johor. KOTA KINABALU (May 2): The BIMP-EAGA Business Council, under the leadership of chairman Dr Raymond Alfred, recently announced its full support for the development of biogas energy infrastructure on Banggi Island, as a strategic step toward achieving sustainable energy security and inclusive economic growth in the region. 'With the growing maturity of oil palm cultivation on Banggi Island (including Kudat and Kota Marudu) and the abundance of biomass waste such as POME and EFB, we see a unique opportunity to transform Banggi Island into a model for rural renewable energy and agro-industrial development. I hope to work on this project with Dato Verdon Bahanda, the member of parliament of Kudat,' said Alfred. Initial estimates show that Banggi Island has the potential to produce over 1.5 GWh of renewable electricity annually through the conversion of palm oil mill effluent and other biomass by-products into biogas. This could power hundreds of rural households and small businesses while significantly reducing dependence on costly diesel-based electricity. 'This initiative aligns with the BIMP-EAGA Vision 2025, particularly in promoting green infrastructure, local value chains, and sustainable livelihoods,' Alfred added. 'It is also a critical enabler for Banggi's long-term aspiration to be elevated to full district status, with energy self-sufficiency serving as a cornerstone of local governance and development.' The Business Council has called for: • A joint feasibility study involving state agencies, palm oil stakeholders, and renewable energy experts. • Public–private partnerships to accelerate infrastructure investment. • Enhanced support from national bodies such as SEDA, MPOB and the Sabah Energy Commission.
