Govt ropes in private sector to build long-delayed Padang Besar hospital

Construction of the Padang Besar Hospital in Perlis will continue after several quarters, such as Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd, showed their interest in making the project a success.

Communications and Multimedia Deputy Minister Zahidi Zainul Abidin said the project was approved by the previous government but has yet to proceed due to financial constraints.

“The project, estimated to cost RM400 million, will be...