KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — The Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) has welcomed the government’s move to recommend contract pharmacy officers for permanent posts, but insists Putrajaya must quickly settle the critical details on quota figures, eligibility rules, and an implementation timeline.

The response follows remarks by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, who confirmed on Monday that the Ministry of Health (MOH) will submit a proposal to the Ministry of Finance and the Cabinet to absorb contract pharmacy officers into permanent positions.

He said permanent posts for dental and pharmacy personnel will come from a distinct allocation, separate from the 9,000 permanent medical officer positions unveiled under Budget 2027.