Malaysia is prioritizing healthcare reform as SEACare 2025, begins at MITEC, supported by RM45.3 billion from Budget 2025. This initiative aims to improve infrastructure, foster innovation, and ensure equitable access, establishing SEACare as a key driver for regional healthcare progress.
Officiated by YB Datuk Seri Dr. Haji Dzulkefly Ahmad, Minister of Health Malaysia, the event taking place from 23 to 25 April features 130 exhibiting brands from 13 countries across 250 booths at MITEC. The theme, “Strategic Partnerships in Healthcare Innovation: Fostering Collaboration for Digital Transformation,” emphasizes stakeholder collaboration in digital healthcare. Supported by agencies such as MATRADE, MDA, and SIRIM Berhad, the exhibition includes the International Sourcing Programme (INSP) and Hosted Buyers Program to connect Malaysian businesses with global networks.
YB Datuk Seri Dr. Haji Dzulkefly Ahmad, Minister of Health Malaysia said “As we embrace digital transformation and move toward universal healthcare access, SEACare 2025 plays a critical role in accelerating cross-border collaboration, advancing public-private partnerships. Through shared knowledge and collective action, we can strengthen ASEAN’s healthcare resilience and improve lives.”
Richard Teo, Executive Chairman, Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd said “Healthcare in Southeast Asia is evolving through technology and real-world solutions. SEACare 2025 creates opportunities for medical breakthroughs, policy alignment, and strategic partnerships. We are proud to establish a platform that is both commercially impactful and socially driven.”
Prioritising the Exchange of Knowledge
SEACare 2025 integrates a strong social responsibility component by collaborating with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM). In addition to fundraising for NCSM’s cancer awareness initiatives, this year’s event will host the inaugural SEA Healthcare and Pharma Conference 2025, co-organised by NCSM and Five Pillars Venture Capital, endorsed by the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) and Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS), offering up to 20 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points and a certificate of attendance.
The conference will host expert speakers and healthcare industry leaders, among them are:
- Dr Terence Tan, Healthcare/Life Sciences Lead, Venture Capital and Startups, Asia Pacific and Japan of Amazon Web Services
- Dr Izzuna Mudla Mohamed Ghazali, Deputy Director of the Medical Development Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia & Head of MaHTAS
- Dr. Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Senior Research Adviser at Khazanah Research Institute
- Dr Yap Wei Aun, Chief Executive Officer of the Health Transformation Office, Ministry of Health Malaysia
- Seth Finegan, Director of Informed Solutions, UK
- Jonathan Teoh, Founder and CEO of KALSIS
- Dr Venkat Panneer, Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Robotic and Breast Surgeon of Apollo Hospitals
- Dr Vinod Seetharaman, Director, Life Sciences & Healthcare of Deloitte Consulting
- Dr Mazin Gadir, Director of Alvarez & Marsal Healthcare and Life Sciences, Dubai
- Dr Azrin Zubir, Chief Executive Officer of MHNexus Sdn Bhd
SEACare 2025 will feature a three-day Industry Spotlight series led by local agencies, including the NPRA and Amazon Web Services, focusing on regulatory pathways, pharmaceutical safety, staffing, and health technology assessment in Malaysia. The event’s opening ceremony announced the launch of the Zafar VC Fund by 5 Pillar Ventures, which will support early-stage healthtech and medtech startups in ASEAN through the Medexel Accelerator Program, offering up to USD $250,000 in funding and tailored growth support.
The opening ceremony also witnessed the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs):
- Cancer Symposium Series 2025 between Prince Court Medical Centre, Alliance Bank and NCSM;
- An MoU between Qube and the Malaysian Dental Association (MDA) for a strategic alliance introducing a new component for SEACare 2026 by integrating MDA’s Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition (SCATE) convention.
Richard Teo, Executive Chairman, Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd said “This partnership sets the stage for an exciting new component at SEACare 2026. Together with MDA, we are building a diverse, multi-disciplinary platform that will elevate knowledge exchange, foster innovation, and bring together the healthcare community across various specialties. Qube remains committed to raising the bar and reinforcing Malaysia’s leadership in the regional healthcare and pharmaceutical trade landscape.
SEACare 2025 is supported by various industry partners, including strategic partners like the Malaysian Pharmacists Society, International Wellness Expo, and TAITRA. It features supporting sponsors such as Affin Bank and Hubei Qianjiang Kingphar Medical Material Co., LTD, along with corporate sponsors like Berjaya Food Berhad and CoffeeBot. Additional supporting partners include the Department of International Trade Promotion, German Health Alliance, IMU University, JETRO, the Malaysian Convention and Exhibition Bureau, and PERANTIM. Malaysia Airlines serves as the Official Airline Partner.
SEACare 2025 invites all healthcare professionals with free admission. Connect with global leaders, explore innovations, and forge strategic partnerships that will shape the future of healthcare in Southeast Asia. Register now at https://sea-healthcare.com/visitor/registration/ to secure your access.
Details of SEACare 2025
Date: 23 – 25 April 2025 (Wednesday to Friday)
Venue: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Hall 2 & 3
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission: Free Entry
For more information, visit SEACare’s official website.