KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 17 -- Petaling Jaya could soon see its first government hospital, with the Selangor government having agreed in principle to provide land for the project, officials said.

According to The Star, a suitable location has already been identified, though the exact site will be revealed later.

The project still awaits budget approval from the Health Ministry, as the construction of public hospitals falls under federal responsibility.

Mayor Datuk Mohamad Zahri Samingon said once funding is secured, the state will collaborate with federal authorities to finalise and prepare the site.

He noted that the city currently lacks a government hospital, with the nearest public healthcare facilities located in Shah Alam and Sungai Bu...