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HONG KONG:  MANDATORY MDACS LISTING FOR DH MEDICAL DEVICE PROCUREMENT STAGE C, EFFECTIVE 23 MARCH 2026 – November/December 2025

HONG KONG: MANDATORY MDACS LISTING FOR DH MEDICAL DEVICE PROCUREMENT STAGE C, EFFECTIVE 23 MARCH 2026 – November/December 2025

  • 2025-12-26 02:17:11

The Hong Kong Department of Health (DH) is enhancing its medical device procurement strategy under MDACS. Following the implementation of Stage B on 1st November 2024, DH will introduce Stage C which will take effect on 23 March 2026. Under this enhanced measure, all applicable medical devices classified as Class II-IV or B-D procured by DH must be listed under MDACS. This policy aims to strengthen public health protection by ensuring the safety, quality and performance of medical devices used in public healthcare facilities, while also promoting wider adoption of MDACS in preparation for future statutory regulation.

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QT Activity: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update 2025 Webinar Recap Part 1: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October/November 2025

QT Activity: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update 2025 Webinar Recap Part 1: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October/November 2025

  • 2025-11-26 07:23:46

This article summarizes key insights from Qualtech's 2025 ASEAN regulatory webinar, highlighting major updates in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. The recap covers changes in retail rules, procurement, halal enforcement, reliance pathways and registration procedures, reflecting how these markets are streamlining medical device approvals and improving regional market access.

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Qualtech Webinar: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025 Part 2: Singapore, Malaysia & the Philippines – November 2025

Qualtech Webinar: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025 Part 2: Singapore, Malaysia & the Philippines – November 2025

  • 2025-11-10 07:33:05

Join Qualtech's upcoming webinar, "Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025 Part 2: Singapore, Malaysia & the Philippines", to gain valuable insights into three of ASEAN's most active and evolving medical device markets. This session will feature Qualtech's local regulatory experts, who will share the latest updates, policy trends, and compliance strategies across Singapore, Malaysia & the Philippines. Updates include current regulatory developments, harmonization efforts, and practical approaches to maintaining compliance while expanding in Southeast Asia.

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MALAYSIA: Updated in Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment By Way of Verification (MDA/GD/0068) and (MDA/GD/0070) – September/October 2025

MALAYSIA: Updated in Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment By Way of Verification (MDA/GD/0068) and (MDA/GD/0070) – September/October 2025

  • 2025-10-27 03:24:28

The Malaysia Medical Device Authority (MDA) has published the latest Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) guide and establishment guide to medical device registration submission in MeDC@St for Conducting Assessment by Way of Verification process, which includes updates on additional recognized regulatory authorities and revised verification procedures to help establishments streamline registration and ensure regulatory compliance.

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MALAYSIA: Recognition of the Medical Device Authority as an Affiliate Member of the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) and Utilization of MDSAP Reports and Certificates – September/October 2025

MALAYSIA: Recognition of the Medical Device Authority as an Affiliate Member of the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) and Utilization of MDSAP Reports and Certificates – September/October 2025

  • 2025-10-27 02:53:36

The Malaysian Medical Device Authority (MDA) has been recognized as an Affiliate Member of the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP). MDA will now accept MDSAP audit reports and certificates as evidence of QMS compliance, streamlining device registration and reducing audit duplication for manufacturers.

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Japan: EMCC Release of Practical Guide for Radio Wave Management of Medical Telemetry Devices – September/October 2025

Japan: EMCC Release of Practical Guide for Radio Wave Management of Medical Telemetry Devices – September/October 2025

  • 2025-10-27 02:31:38

PMDA released a notification for the medical industry to reference the "Practical Guide for Radio Wave Management of Medical Telemetry Devices", prepared and released by the Electromagnetic Compatibility Conference Japan (EMCC). The purpose of the guide is to provide operational guidelines for radio management of medical telemeter systems (wireless physiological monitoring devices used in hospitals and healthcare facilities), ensuring interference prevention, safety, and proper use. In addition, the guide is intended to promote the development and utilization of practical manuals tailored to individual user groups, such as nurses, clinical engineers, and hospital administrators or administrative staffs.

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Qualtech Webinar: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October 2025

Qualtech Webinar: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October 2025

  • 2025-10-14 06:38:43

Join Qualtech's free webinar "Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update Series 2025: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam" on October 28, 2025, to gain practical insights into 3 of ASEAN's fastest-growing medical device markets. Learn about key regulatory updates, compliance strategies, and market opportunities directly from Qualtech's local regulatory experts. Stay informed, compliant, and ready for growth in Southeast Asia.

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