The Minister of Health, Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim, has announced that the newly established State Pharmaceutical and Medical Supply Corporation Limited has formally commenced the importation and distribution of pharmaceutical products, a move designed to rectify systemic supply vulnerabilities across the country.
Speaking during an appearance on Public Service Media’s 'Raajje Miadhu' programme, Minister Nazim highlighted the critical necessity of a state framework capable of guaranteeing the uninterrupted availability of medicine to every inhabited island. The minister underscored that the decision to incorporate a dedicated entity for pharmaceutical and medical supplies constitutes a pivotal measure in the modernisation of the national healthcare infrastructure, resolving historical logistical constraints previously attributed to the absence of a specialised state enterprise.
The activation of the corporation’s operational mandate represents a primary component of a broader executive initiative to ensure that essential and approved medications remain accessible without impediment. Minister Nazim noted that the health ministry continues to monitor the entity’s progress with rigour as it begins to fulfil its strategic objectives.
"The operations of the company are being monitored with great diligence," Minister Nazim stated. "The corporation has already initiated the importation and supply of various medications to the islands. The establishment of this specialised entity ensures that there is a dedicated body to identify and address systemic issues; for instance, the company's board will focus exclusively on formalising solutions to these challenges."
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu authorised the creation of the corporation in September 2025 to centralise the bulk procurement of pharmaceuticals, medical consumables, and equipment. By consolidating these disparate functions, the administration aims to codify a resilient mechanism for the continuous provision of medical supplies throughout the country. As a wholly state-owned enterprise, the corporation is now mandated to provide comprehensive medical resources to healthcare facilities across the country, underpinning the long-term stability of the health sector.