Khairy explains RM70mil for data system in vaccine programme
PETALING JAYA: Khairy Jamaluddin has justified the RM70 million allocated for data integration costs and an appointment system under the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme. The science, technology and innovation minister said the allocated funds will go to the development of intermediary systems to facilitate the registration process and monitor vaccine…
PETALING JAYA: Khairy Jamaluddin has justified the RM70 million allocated for data integration costs and an appointment system under the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme.
The science, technology and innovation minister said the allocated funds will go to the development of intermediary systems to facilitate the registration process and monitor vaccine supplies at vaccination centres.
Khairy’s explanation comes after social media users questioned the need for such a large amount of money to be spent on data integration and an appointment system.
The systems to be developed are:
The RM70 million is part of a total allocation of RM5 billion for the programme. Khairy said the RM5 billion is the ceiling limit set by the finance ministry.
“The programme will take place throughout this year. This will require sufficient allocation of funds to enable a smooth and organised implementation,” he said. — Free Malaysia Today