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New Straits Times
20 hours ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
A healthier world through Taiwan's proven healthcare model
LETTERS Health is a fundamental human right and a universal value. Improved health results in greater well-being for the people and has ramifications for the survival and development of a country and even the world. At the 77th World Health Assembly, members adopted the World Health Organisation (WHO) Fourteenth General Programme of Work for 2025-2028. The programme includes such strategic objectives as improving health service coverage and bolstering financial protections to ensure universal health coverage. WHO has called on all countries to take action on these issues. As concerns rise over universal health coverage, Taiwan launched the National Health Insurance (NHI) system in 1995. The scheme, which brought together already existing occupational insurance schemes, has reached its 30th year and now covers 99.9 per cent of the population. The NHI system provides equitable, accessible, and efficient healthcare to all people in Taiwan. It is also an important pillar and guarantor of Taiwan's social stability as well as people's health and safety. It has, moreover, become a global benchmark for achieving universal health coverage. In an annual survey carried out by Numbeo, Taiwan has been ranked first in the Health Care Index category for seven consecutive years. The NHI operates on a pay-as-you-go, self-sustaining model capable of addressing the financial challenges posed by an ageing population and rising healthcare costs. By reforming premium rates and adding additional funding sources, such as the tobacco health and welfare surcharge, the system is on a sound, sustainable footing. To promote the health of our people, President Lai Ching-te articulated a vision of a healthy Taiwan in 2024. This aims to ensure that people are healthy, the nation is strong, and the world is more ready to embrace Taiwan. Remaining focused on people, families, and communities, we are expanding health promotion operations and preventive healthcare. Moreover, we are implementing a family physician plan, offering comprehensive care to patients with chronic diseases, and utilising telemedicine to improve healthcare accessibility in rural areas. By promoting integrated long-term care, palliative care, and ageing in place, we ensure holistic, lifelong, and dignified care for all people, realising health equity. In 2021, WHO released the Global Strategy on Digital Health for 2020-2025. Under this plan, the global health body is seeking the development and adoption of person-centric digital health solutions to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious diseases. It is also overseeing development of infrastructure and applications to use health data to promote health and well-being. Taiwan continues to utilise its prowess in information and communications technology to build effective, high-ROI health systems and services. The NHI cloud facilitates the more efficient exchange of medical records, while the adoption of international standards such as Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources enhances international medical data sharing. Additionally, the incorporation of AI-assisted technologies is advancing the development of smart healthcare. And the introduction of a virtual health insurance card and the My Health Bank app, which enables real-time management of personal health data, empowers people to make health-enabling choices. In 2008, Taiwan introduced the Health Technology Assessment to facilitate evidence-based policymaking. It also accelerated the inclusion of new treatments under the NHI system. For example, in 2023, gene and cell therapies were covered for the first time, marking a new era for precision medicine and offering patients enhanced treatment options. Taiwan also continues to leverage innovative technologies to improve the working environment for the medical workforce and to bolster the overall quality of medical service. What's more, despite facing political challenges, Taiwan has continuously participated in international health affairs and has been dedicated to supporting the global health system. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Taiwan played a crucial role in sharing supplies, strategies, and experiences, and proved to be a reliable partner of countries worldwide. Separately, Taiwan's success story in implementing universal health coverage offers valuable lessons for countries worldwide. As we continue to share our experiences in universal coverage, financial management, and digital health, we hope to facilitate other nations in reaching WHO's goal of universal health coverage. In this rapidly changing era, health challenges transcend borders, and global cooperation has become essential to addressing various health crises. However, Taiwan has been prevented from participating in WHO—the foremost global health cooperation body—due to China's continued distortion of United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 and World Health Assembly Resolution 25.1. Neither of these resolutions mentions Taiwan or declares that Taiwan is part of the People's Republic of China. Therefore, these resolutions have no power to confer upon the PRC any right to represent Taiwan in WHO. In light of this, and to uphold the core UN values of inclusiveness and universality, we urge WHO and all relevant parties to recognise Taiwan's considerable contributions to global public health and the human right to health. It is imperative that WHO adopt a more open-minded approach and demonstrate flexibility, adhering to the principles of professionalism and inclusivity. Taiwan should be included, as a matter of pragmatism, in the World Health Assembly and all WHO meetings, activities, and mechanisms, particularly those concerned with the WHO pandemic agreement. Taiwan earnestly hopes to work with the international community to create a future of borderless healthcare that realises the fundamental human right to health stipulated in the WHO Constitution and the vision of leaving no one behind espoused in the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
IOL News
a day ago
- Politics
- IOL News
News you should know tonight: Top 5 stories you may have missed on May 30, 2025
The prime suspect wanted in connection with Olorato Mongale's death, allegedly confessed to her murder moments before he was killed in a gun battle with KZN cops on Friday morning. Good evening, IOL News family! It's Friday, May 30, 2025, and it's time for a wrap of the biggest headlines making waves in South Africa and beyond. Don't forget to join the IOL WhatsApp Channel to stay in tune, informed, and in the know SA faces lottery blackout after Pretoria High Court dismisses Ithuba bid South Africa may face a brief lottery blackout after the Pretoria High Court dismissed the National Lotteries Commission's urgent application to appoint Ithuba as a temporary operator beyond its May 31 license expiry. To read on, click here. Ethekwini Municipality confirms readiness for 98th Comrades Marathon The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed its readiness to co-host the 98th edition of the Comrades Marathon on Sunday, June 8. To read on, click here. NHI regulations face opposition from the Western Cape Government amid digital service expansion The Western Cape Cabinet has reaffirmed its opposition to the draft regulations of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, warning that the proposed governance arrangements threaten to destabilize the provincial health system. To read on, click here. Suspect found hiding in Durban allegedly confessed to the murder of Olorato Mongale The prime suspect, Philangenkosi Makhanya, who was wanted in connection with Olorato Mongale's murder, allegedly confessed to her murder moments before he was killed in a gun battle with KZN cops on Friday morning. To read on, click here. Deputy Speaker refers over 10 EFF members for discipline after Ramaphosa session chaos Deputy Speaker Annelie Lotriet has referred several EFF MPs to the Speaker for possible disciplinary action following their disruption of President Cyril Ramaphosa's Q&A session on Tuesday. To read on, click here. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL News
IOL News
a day ago
- Health
- IOL News
NHI regulations face opposition from Western Cape Government amid digital service expansion
Premier Alan Winde highlights the role of innovation and data-driven solutions in strengthening service delivery for vulnerable communities in the Western Cape. Image: Armand Hough/Independent Newspapers. The Western Cape Cabinet has reaffirmed its opposition to the draft regulations of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, warning that the proposed governance arrangements threaten to destabilize the provincial health system. 'The provisions of the act, in its current form, undermine the aim of universal healthcare, particularly in the Western Cape,' said Premier Alan Winde. The Cabinet maintains that the regulations are premature, invalid, and would have a 'significant and detrimental impact on all provinces and service delivery.' The province's objections mirror long-standing concerns raised during public participation, which the national Department of Health has allegedly failed to address. In contrast to its resistance on the NHI front, the provincial government is moving forward with key innovations in social services. Cabinet approved the expansion of the Social Work Integrated Management System (SWIMS) application across government departments. Launched in April 2024 and already used by over 1,000 social workers, the SWIMS app digitises social service case files and significantly reduces paperwork. Premier Winde described the system as transformative. 'Across our departments, we must explore ways to improve services. Our embrace of innovation, technology, and reliance on data and evidence strengthens our ability to boost service delivery, in the case of expanding SWIMS, to the most vulnerable in our province.' Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Jaco Londt, echoed the sentiment, emphasising the app's reach in rural areas. 'If SWIMS is utilised by other social service professionals in government and the NGO space, not only will staff benefit, but it will strengthen our case monitoring systems, we want to mitigate the risk of cases slipping through the cracks.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading In a further move to modernise public service delivery, Cabinet noted the implementation of a new Provincial Roads Delivery Model at the district level. The new model, developed by the Department of Infrastructure, is based on a comprehensive five-year review and aims to speed up and improve infrastructure projects across the province. Cabinet also approved the Growth for Jobs (G4J) 2025–2030 Implementation Plan, the next step in a strategic roadmap to stimulate economic growth. 'The G4J strategy is constantly evolving, requiring us to regularly revisit its key priority areas,' Premier Winde said. He acknowledged the volatility of global markets but expressed confidence in the province's ability to adapt and grow. Celebrating the success of the 2025 Premier's Cycle Tour, Winde thanked partners and provincial teams who helped deliver more than 300 bicycles to schools and neighbourhood watch groups in rural areas. 'The tour is a tangible demonstration of the 'power of the pedals' and the importance of partnerships,' he said, highlighting how bicycles can foster connectivity, promote road safety, and unlock economic opportunity. Finally, Premier Winde called for nominations for the 2025 Service Excellence Awards (SEA), which honour Western Cape Government staff who go above and beyond in their roles. 'Our staff are at the heart of our government's commitment to work as hard as we can every day for the residents of this province,' said Winde. The ceremony is scheduled for September 2025, and nominations close on June 30,2025. IOL News Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Saviynt Showcases the Only Converged Identity Security Platform for All Identities – Human and Non-Human
The company will demonstrate its enhanced Identity Cloud capabilities that secures all identities and will present compelling industry insights in four speaking engagements at the conference LOS ANGELES, May 29, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance solutions, announced today that it now protects all forms of organizational identities, including Non-Human Identities (NHI). The company has expanded its identity security cloud platform to protect NHIs such as workloads, bots, and credentials. This is in addition to the existing capability of supporting NHI service accounts. The announcement was made just before Identiverse 2025, set for June 3-6 in Las Vegas, where Saviynt executives will lead a workshop on NHI. "Our mission has been to secure every identity," said Paul Zolfaghari, president at Saviynt. "With Saviynt's Identity Cloud, we are delivering a converged platform that protects the entire modern enterprise – from their employee workforce to their external partners, from their cloud workloads to their AI agents. Saviynt has demonstrated it is a complete solution. We are agnostic about the type of identities, we manage them all. This is the future of identity security." As the authority in identity security, Saviynt will spotlight its latest innovations in NHI protection – integrated within its converged platform, The Identity Cloud. Attendees can visit booth #638 to see firsthand how Saviynt is redefining enterprise security by delivering converged, scalable protection through a single pane of glass for all digital identities – human and non-human – at scale. As organizations embrace automation, AI, and cloud-native development, NHIs now vastly outnumber human users – by as much as 100:1 in DevOps environments. Saviynt's Identity Cloud delivers full visibility, posture management, and actionable recommendations for all identities, enabling enterprises to discover and secure every NHI, including workloads, bots, and credentials. The platform extends its best-in-class controls to NHIs, offering deep insight into activity history, usage patterns, and prioritized risk insights – all without the need for additional tools or complex configurations. Saviynt's NHI capabilities are purpose-built to simplify and secure the most complex identity environments, helping organizations eliminate blind spots across cloud and hybrid ecosystems. The platform enables teams to: Discover all non-human identities and their access in a unified view: Get complete, real-time inventory of your non-human identity landscape. Understand security posture of non-human identities with deep analysis: Granular analysis of non-human identity activity and relationships to surface prioritized identity security and compliance issues. Visualize non-human identity activity with timeline view: Surfaces access events, as well as lifecycle changes, to enable faster response and ensure compliance. The growing demand for a converged, intelligent identity security platform has never been more urgent. With Agentic AI accelerating fast, organizations need a modern identity security foundation with the depth and flexibility to govern the right access for every identity — human or machine, known or emerging. Saviynt is at the forefront of delivering on that need. This leadership is reflected in the company's prominent presence at Identiverse, where five of Saviynt's top executives will share their expertise on the most pressing identity challenges and innovations, including how to drive the next wave of innovation to meet the significant identity challenges introduced by Agentic AI. Attendees can attend these expert-led sessions featuring Saviynt executives and customers: Non-Human Identity WorkshopEhud Amiri, vice president of product management and Henrique Teixeira, senior vice president of strategy | 9:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m. PT on June 3 | Mandalay Bay HAmiri and Teixeira will lead a deep-dive workshop exploring the critical importance of securing NHIs, such as workloads, bots, AI agents, and secrets. Participants will learn about the growing risks NHIs pose to enterprises, especially in light of generative AI developments, and gain practical insights on how to detect, manage, and remediate these risks using Saviynt's NHI Maturity Model and risk-based security approaches. GE Healthcare's Journey to Proactive Identity SecurityVibhuti Sinha, chief product officer, with GE Healthcare's Joey Tyler | 2:35 – 3:00 p.m. PT on June 4 | Breakers JSinha and Tyler share GE Healthcare's transformative approach to Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM). This session highlights how moving from reactive to proactive identity security significantly reduces risks and streamlines compliance efforts. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the practical application of ISPM and the benefits realized by one of the world's largest healthcare providers. B2B-IAM Smackdown: Defending the Future of Partner IdentityJeff Margolies, chief product and strategy officer | 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. PT on June 5Margolies presents a forward-looking session on partner identity security, a critical and often overlooked dimension of enterprise identity management. This talk explores emerging threats in B2B identity, challenges in securing third-party access, and how enterprises can proactively defend their partner ecosystems using Saviynt's converged identity platform. Identity: The Superhero No One Invited to the BoardroomDavid Lee, field chief technology officer | 4:00 – 4:25 p.m. PT on June 5 | Mandalay Bay DLee offers a candid look at why Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the foundational technology "glue" holding modern enterprises together—yet often remains undervalued. He discusses the "Identity Plot Twist" driven by AI, decentralized identity models, and machine identities, and makes a compelling case for elevating IAM's role and budget in enterprise security strategies. After a full day of thought leadership and innovation, join Saviynt at the IDMWorks Identity Happy Hour on Wednesday, June 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. PT at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar in Mandalay Bay. Unwind with craft cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, playoff hockey, and great conversation with identity experts and peers from across the industry. To learn more about Saviynt's presence at Identiverse, please visit the website and blog. About Saviynt Saviynt empowers enterprises to secure their digital transformation, safeguard critical assets, and meet regulatory compliance. With a vision to provide a secure and compliant future for all enterprises, Saviynt is recognized as an industry leader in identity security whose cutting-edge solutions protect the world's leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government organizations. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Press Contact Jacklyn
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Saviynt Showcases the Only Converged Identity Security Platform for All Identities – Human and Non-Human
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance solutions, announced today that it now protects all forms of organizational identities, including Non-Human Identities (NHI). The company has expanded its identity security cloud platform to protect NHIs such as workloads, bots, and credentials. This is in addition to the existing capability of supporting NHI service accounts. The announcement was made just before Identiverse 2025, set for June 3-6 in Las Vegas, where Saviynt executives will lead a workshop on NHI. 'Our mission has been to secure every identity,' said Paul Zolfaghari, president at Saviynt. 'With Saviynt's Identity Cloud, we are delivering a converged platform that protects the entire modern enterprise – from their employee workforce to their external partners, from their cloud workloads to their AI agents. Saviynt has demonstrated it is a complete solution. We are agnostic about the type of identities, we manage them all. This is the future of identity security.' As the authority in identity security, Saviynt will spotlight its latest innovations in NHI protection – integrated within its converged platform, The Identity Cloud. Attendees can visit booth #638 to see firsthand how Saviynt is redefining enterprise security by delivering converged, scalable protection through a single pane of glass for all digital identities – human and non-human – at scale. As organizations embrace automation, AI, and cloud-native development, NHIs now vastly outnumber human users – by as much as 100:1 in DevOps environments. Saviynt's Identity Cloud delivers full visibility, posture management, and actionable recommendations for all identities, enabling enterprises to discover and secure every NHI, including workloads, bots, and credentials. The platform extends its best-in-class controls to NHIs, offering deep insight into activity history, usage patterns, and prioritized risk insights – all without the need for additional tools or complex configurations. Saviynt's NHI capabilities are purpose-built to simplify and secure the most complex identity environments, helping organizations eliminate blind spots across cloud and hybrid ecosystems. The platform enables teams to: Discover all non-human identities and their access in a unified view: Get complete, real-time inventory of your non-human identity landscape. Understand security posture of non-human identities with deep analysis: Granular analysis of non-human identity activity and relationships to surface prioritized identity security and compliance issues. Visualize non-human identity activity with timeline view: Surfaces access events, as well as lifecycle changes, to enable faster response and ensure compliance. The growing demand for a converged, intelligent identity security platform has never been more urgent. With Agentic AI accelerating fast, organizations need a modern identity security foundation with the depth and flexibility to govern the right access for every identity — human or machine, known or emerging. Saviynt is at the forefront of delivering on that need. This leadership is reflected in the company's prominent presence at Identiverse, where five of Saviynt's top executives will share their expertise on the most pressing identity challenges and innovations, including how to drive the next wave of innovation to meet the significant identity challenges introduced by Agentic AI. Attendees can attend these expert-led sessions featuring Saviynt executives and customers: Non-Human Identity Workshop Ehud Amiri, vice president of product management and Henrique Teixeira, senior vice president of strategy | 9:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m. PT on June 3 | Mandalay Bay H Amiri and Teixeira will lead a deep-dive workshop exploring the critical importance of securing NHIs, such as workloads, bots, AI agents, and secrets. Participants will learn about the growing risks NHIs pose to enterprises, especially in light of generative AI developments, and gain practical insights on how to detect, manage, and remediate these risks using Saviynt's NHI Maturity Model and risk-based security approaches. GE Healthcare's Journey to Proactive Identity Security Vibhuti Sinha, chief product officer, with GE Healthcare's Joey Tyler | 2:35 – 3:00 p.m. PT on June 4 | Breakers J Sinha and Tyler share GE Healthcare's transformative approach to Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM). This session highlights how moving from reactive to proactive identity security significantly reduces risks and streamlines compliance efforts. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the practical application of ISPM and the benefits realized by one of the world's largest healthcare providers. B2B-IAM Smackdown: Defending the Future of Partner Identity Jeff Margolies, chief product and strategy officer | 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. PT on June 5 Margolies presents a forward-looking session on partner identity security, a critical and often overlooked dimension of enterprise identity management. This talk explores emerging threats in B2B identity, challenges in securing third-party access, and how enterprises can proactively defend their partner ecosystems using Saviynt's converged identity platform. Identity: The Superhero No One Invited to the Boardroom David Lee, field chief technology officer | 4:00 – 4:25 p.m. PT on June 5 | Mandalay Bay D Lee offers a candid look at why Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the foundational technology 'glue' holding modern enterprises together—yet often remains undervalued. He discusses the 'Identity Plot Twist' driven by AI, decentralized identity models, and machine identities, and makes a compelling case for elevating IAM's role and budget in enterprise security strategies. After a full day of thought leadership and innovation, join Saviynt at the IDMWorks Identity Happy Hour on Wednesday, June 4, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. PT at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar in Mandalay Bay. Unwind with craft cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, playoff hockey, and great conversation with identity experts and peers from across the industry. To learn more about Saviynt's presence at Identiverse, please visit the website and blog. About Saviynt Saviynt empowers enterprises to secure their digital transformation, safeguard critical assets, and meet regulatory compliance. With a vision to provide a secure and compliant future for all enterprises, Saviynt is recognized as an industry leader in identity security whose cutting-edge solutions protect the world's leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government organizations. For more information, please visit
