Malaysia and Singapore discuss healthcare, digital development, medical services and transboundary haze issues.
The High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore, H.E. Datin Paduka Anizan Siti Hajjar Adnin, paid an introductory call on Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Singapore’s Minister of State for Health and for Digital Development and Information, on 10 November 2026 at the Ministry of Health in Singapore. The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to discuss bilateral cooperation in healthcare and digital development, as well as matters of mutual interest, including the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and transboundary haze.
During the meeting, both officials exchanged views on opportunities to deepen cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore in the health and digital development sectors. Their discussions covered areas of mutual interest and the potential for closer engagement between the two countries in these fields.
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) was also among the key topics discussed. Both sides considered its economic potential, particularly in healthcare and medical services, and how opportunities in these sectors could generate mutual benefits for Malaysia and Singapore.
The JS-SEZ is a bilateral initiative involving both countries, with healthcare and medical services identified as areas of potential economic cooperation. The discussion reflected an interest in exploring opportunities for closer engagement in these sectors, although no specific agreements or initiatives were announced during the meeting.
The officials also discussed the issue of transboundary haze and its implications for public health. The exchange covered the impact of haze on communities and the efforts undertaken by the Singapore Government to address the problem.
Transboundary haze remains an issue of shared concern for Malaysia and Singapore, given its implications for environmental conditions and public health. The discussion provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange perspectives on the matter and Singapore’s ongoing efforts to manage its effects.
At the conclusion of the introductory call, H.E. Datin Paduka Anizan Siti Hajjar Adnin reaffirmed her commitment to facilitating engagement between the two countries and advancing their longstanding partnership.
The meeting highlighted the continued diplomatic engagement between Malaysia and Singapore on matters relating to healthcare, digital development, economic opportunities and regional environmental concerns.
Source: High Commission of Malaysia in Singapore
