Anwar visits ailing PAS spiritual leader Hashim in hospital

 Hashim Jasin, 87, was transferred to the Penang Hospital on Feb 18 to undergo a stent procedure.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visiting PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin at the Penang Hospital. (PMO pic)

PETALING JAYA:

 Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today visited PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin, who is currently undergoing treatment at the Penang Hospital.

Anwar, who is on a one-day working visit to Penang and Kedah, said Hashim, an old friend of his, is in good condition and they had the opportunity to talk at length, Bernama reported.

In a Facebook post, he prayed for the continued well-being and speedy recovery of the PAS leader.

Hashim, 87, was transferred from Tuanku Fauziah Hospital in Perlis to the Penang Hospital on Feb 18 to undergo a stent procedure.

While there, Anwar also visited a nurse who had been involved in a road accident while on her way to work at the hospital.

He said the sacrifices of healthcare workers like her were greatly appreciated.

Before leaving, Anwar, who is also the finance minister, received an update on the hospital’s upgrading project to improve healthcare services for the people. - FMT