Establishing Policy Framework for GST Relief on Rare or Complex Conditions' Essential Medications

Dr Hamid Razak asked the Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health whether the Ministry will consider establishing a policy framework for Goods and Services Tax (GST) relief on essential medications used to treat rare or complex conditions, particularly where patients face high out-of-pocket costs and limited treatment options.

Mr Ong Ye Kung: The Government absorbs Goods and Services Tax for medical services and medications for subsidised patients at Government-funded public hospitals, polyclinics and intermediate and long-term care institutions.