The College of Physicians Malaysia (CoPM) extends its highest appreciation to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad, and Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, following the historic Budget 2027 announcements.
The policy milestone announced on October 9 to end the contract system starting in 2027 marks the end of a 10-year era of workforce instability introduced in October 2016.
Offering permanent positions to over 9,000 contract doctors upon completing graduate training resolves long-standing issues surrounding job security, promotion pathways, and service continuity for young medical professionals.
Direct retention boost: Permanent tenure serves as an immediate anchor to retain skilled medical officers within the public sector, halting the critical brain drain of junior talent.
