KUALA LUMPUR, 13 October 2025 – MEASAT Global Berhad (“MEASAT”) has expressed its strong support for the Government’s continued commitment in Budget 2026 towards realising the vision of Ekonomi MADANI.
The company noted that the people-centric approach, which prioritises community needs and aims to uplift livelihoods and improve the rakyat’s quality of life, aligns closely with MEASAT’s mission to bridge the digital divide through satellite-based connectivity solutions.
“Our mission has always been to ensure that no Malaysian is left behind in the digital era,” said Yau Chyong Lim, Chief Operating Officer of MEASAT. “The Government’s focus on inclusive development through Ekonomi MADANI and digital infrastructure investment mirrors our own efforts to connect communities and empower lives through technology.”
The company commended the Government’s investment in digital infrastructure, including JENDELA 2, which seeks to expand high-speed and affordable internet nationwide.
As Malaysia’s leading spacetech provider, MEASAT supports balanced development through its multi-orbit satellite solutions, enabling access to essential government services such as healthcare, education, and financial aid programmes, while contributing to inclusive economic growth.
“Our CONNECTme service has already connected over half a million underserved Malaysians, providing them with access to vital online services such as telehealth, e-commerce, and education,” Yau added. “This is a clear demonstration of how satellite technology can drive equitable digital access and uplift entire communities.”
MEASAT also welcomed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission’s (MCMC) allocation to enhance connectivity in public healthcare facilities, which will further support digital healthcare delivery and telehealth services for local communities.
In collaboration with Mudah Healthtech, MEASAT continues to advance the Sihat Xpress telehealth initiative, which aims to deploy 2,000 telehealth kiosks in rural areas over the coming years, supported by a network of at least 1,000 doctors.
These kiosks enable villagers to monitor vital signs such as oxygen levels, blood pressure, and body temperature, and to consult doctors remotely, reducing the need for long-distance travel and contributing to improved long-term health outcomes.
“With initiatives like Sihat Xpress, we are taking healthcare accessibility to the next level,” Yau emphasised. “By combining satellite connectivity with digital health solutions, we can ensure that even the most remote communities have access to quality healthcare.”
Leveraging its satellite and digital capabilities, MEASAT reaffirmed its readiness to support the Government in enhancing nationwide connectivity, strengthening primary healthcare, digitalising public services through telemedicine and electronic health records, and preparing Malaysia’s healthcare system to meet the needs of an ageing population.
“MEASAT stands ready to partner with the Government in realising a more connected, healthier, and digitally inclusive Malaysia,” Yau said.
