The health ministry is considering all aspects in providing
free vaccination, especially for immigrants and refugees in the country.
Minister, Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the ministry was
discussing with various stakeholders, including the finance and home
ministries, as the foreigners were among causes of the spread of deadly
diseases in Malaysia.
“We are still discussing various matters on the vaccination.
So far, we have not come to any decision as the matter must be reviewed
comprehensively to ensure the welfare of all parties.
“The decision will only be announced after a holistic
discussion by the Health Ministry Technical Committee which will set the
direction on its implementation. Only after gaining a consensus, can we make a
decision,” he said.
Dr Subramaniam was speaking to reporters here today, after
presenting cheques and donations totaling RM700,000 to 48 non-governmental
organisations, including representatives of temples and students studying
abroad.
On another development, Dr Subramaniam, who is also MIC
president said he would hold talks with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak
to find a solution to the financial problems faced by Indian students studying
abroad.
“Recently, MIC met quite a large number of Indian students
from low and middle-income families who are facing financial difficulties due
to the depreciation of the Ringgit.
“Even though they have estimated the cost of their studies
and other needs, they still do not have enough.
“MIC has assisted them through the Maju Institute of
Education Development but we have our limitations,” he added.
— Bernama
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