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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Health
- Borneo Post
Tuaran, Beluran Hospitals to pioneer digital healthcare transformation in Sabah
Dr Raymond Alfred KOTA KINABALU (June 2): Despite over three decades of dedicated service since its establishment in 1993, Tuaran Hospital has experienced limited progress in digital healthcare transformation. Recognizing the urgent need to modernize and optimize healthcare delivery, Allyssa Certification Sdn Bhd, under the platform of the BIMP-EAGA Business Council (Sabah), has taken a proactive step to address these systemic challenges. In June 2024, Allyssa Certification Sdn Bhd — an operating arm of the BIMP-EAGA Business Council (Sabah) — together with its technology partners, MQuest Malaysia Sdn Bhd and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), engaged in a strategic dialogue with the Chief Minister of Sabah to present proposed digital healthcare solutions. Following the meeting, the Chief Minister's Department recommended direct engagement with the Permanent Secretary (Datuk Maria Chong) of the Ministry of Community Development and People's Wellbeing to advance the initiative. As a result, a Proof of Concept (PoC) was successfully implemented at Tuaran Hospital and partially at Beluran Hospital, with endorsement and support from the ministry. This initiative aligns with the BIMP-EAGA (Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area) Vision 2025, which prioritizes digitalization as a catalyst for economic integration, innovation and regional resilience. Dr Raymond Alfred, chairman of BIMP-EAGA (Sabah) and CEO of Allyssa Certification Sdn Bhd, believes the digital healthcare initiative will position Tuaran and Beluran Hospitals for enhanced operational efficiency, improved patient outcomes, and readiness for advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The technical report and outcomes of the PoC were formally submitted to Datuk James Ratib, Sabah's Minister of Community Development and People's Wellbeing, by the project team comprising Dr Raymond Alfred (Allyssa Certification), Prof Ts Dr Rayner Alfred (MIMOS), Dr Rayner Pailus (UMS), Lim Boon Seng (MQ Singapore), and Rayyan Radzwill Abdullah (MQuest Malaysia). James acknowledged the success of the initiative and affirmed the value it brings to Sabah, including (i) Improved access to healthcare for remote and underserved communities, (ii) Accelerated data-driven state-level health policy decisions, (iii) Enhanced efficiency and transparency in the allocation of healthcare resources and (iv) future-proof, autonomous digital healthcare ecosystem tailored to Sabah's unique needs He further recognized the tangible achievements of the PoC, including (i) Full integration of digital platforms across key hospital departments, (ii) Transition of critical workflows (e.g., triage, clinical encounters) from paper-based to digital, (iii) Real-time clinical and operational dashboards for informed decision-making, (iv) Integration of laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy modules with the Hospital Information System (HIS), (v) Deployment of AI-enabled tools to support clinical decision-making, (vi) Standards-based interoperability with the national health database 'This initiative represents a pivotal turning point for Tuaran and Beluran Hospitals,' said James. 'It is a low-risk, high-impact transformation that has the potential to set a new benchmark for smarter, more efficient healthcare delivery in the region. My ministry is fully committed to providing the necessary support to ensure the successful and timely implementation of this initiative.' Raymond extends his sincere appreciation to Permanent Secretary (Datuk Maria Chong) of the Ministry of Community Development and People's Wellbeing, Dr Primus John, Director of Tuaran Hospital, and Dr Aldasir B. Rudy, Director of Beluran Hospital, for their valuable suggestions, contributions, and close cooperation during the implementation of the Proof of Concept. Allyssa Certification Sdn Bhd, together with its technology partners, remains fully committed to supporting both hospitals in their journey to become the first fully digital hospitals in Sabah. This pioneering initiative is set to transform patient care and hospital operations, ushering in a new era of digital healthcare excellence within the BIMP-EAGA region.
Malaysian Reserve
27-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Malaysia, the Philippines to explore new cooperation in tourism, investment
by HIDAYATH HISHAM MALAYSIA and the Philippines are looking to expand bilateral cooperation beyond trade, with new opportunities identified in the tourism and investment sectors Philippine coordinator for the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-the Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA), Leo Tereso Magno, said trade volumes between the two countries will also be enhanced following high-level meetings at the 46th ASEAN Summit. 'The Philippines will host the ASEAN Summit next year, and we have strengthened trade since 1994 when we established BIMP-EAGA. 'So what we hope for is that the relationship between Malaysia and the Philippines will be further improved — not just in trade, but also in investment and tourism,' he said. He described Malaysia as an important regional partner and player in South-East Asia across trade, investment and tourism. Magno also mentioned that the ASEAN Summit serves as a timely platform to raise pressing regional concerns, including discussions on recent tariff measures by the US. Earlier, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said stronger collaboration among BIMP-EAGA members has laid the foundation for more inclusive, sustainable and innovation-driven growth.
Barnama
27-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
ஆசியான்: சுபியாந்தோ & மார்கோஸ் புகழாரம்
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto attends the 16th Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) today. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
BusinessToday
27-05-2025
- Business
- BusinessToday
BIMP-EAGA Triples Priority Projects As Sub-Regional Cooperation Deepens
The number of priority infrastructure projects (PIPs) under the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) has tripled to 129 as of October 2023, with a combined value of US$38.87 billion. This marks a sharp increase from the 57 projects recorded in 2017 when Vision 2025 was first adopted. The BIMP-EAGA economy grew by 7.7% in 2022, with gross domestic product at current prices reaching US$392.1 billion, accounting for 18.9% of the combined GDP of the four participating countries. The sub-region covers over 60% of land area among the member states, yet accounts for only 18.8% of their population and 18.4% of the labour force. Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. highlighted these figures at the 16th BIMP-EAGA Summit, held in Kuala Lumpur, which he chaired. He emphasised that the initiative has been instrumental in reducing development disparities within the sub-region. 'These efforts have been particularly impactful in connectivity, trade and investment facilitation, as well as food and energy security,' said Marcos. Other areas showing significant progress since BIMP-EAGA's launch in 1994 include ecotourism and green development, he said. 'As we convene today, let us take this opportunity not only to celebrate these milestones but also to affirm our shared vision for a more integrated, prosperous and resilient BIMP-EAGA,' Marcos added. 'The path ahead calls for even greater synergy, innovation and political will. I am confident that through our cooperation, we will continue to transform these aspirations into a lasting impact for our people.' Marcos noted that this year's summit holds special significance as it commemorates eight years of progress under Vision 2025. Since 2017, cooperation among BIMP-EAGA members has delivered tangible benefits across communities in the region. 'Together, we have laid down stronger foundations for inclusive, sustainable and innovation-driven growth.' BIMP-EAGA promotes growth in trade, investment and tourism through new intra-regional shipping routes, air connectivity and power interconnection projects. Its cooperation portfolio also includes agribusiness, tourism, environmental initiatives and socio-cultural education. Also in attendance at the summit were Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto, Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, and Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. The BIMP-EAGA sub-region includes all of Brunei; Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku and West Papua of Indonesia; Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan of Malaysia; and Mindanao and Palawan in the Philippines. Despite being far from national capitals, these areas are strategically close to one another, underpinning regional cooperation. Related
Barnama
27-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Prabowo Commends Malaysia's Hosting Of 46th ASEAN Summit
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto attends the 16th Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) today. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED By Noor Bakhtiar Ahmad KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has described the organisation of the 46th ASEAN Summit, held in the Malaysian capital, as highly commendable and successful. 'Excellent. Very good, very good,' he told the media after attending the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre here today. This marks Prabowo's first appearance as head of state at the regional gathering since assuming office as Indonesia's president in October last year. The 46th ASEAN Summit and related meetings, which began on Monday, bring together Southeast Asian leaders for high-level discussions centred on regional cooperation, economic integration, and geopolitical stability. Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair for 2025, is also concurrently hosting the second ASEAN-GCC Summit and the inaugural ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, aimed at strengthening inter-regional collaboration. -- BERNAMA
