Access to insurance coverage must also be addressed 


I AM writing in response to the recent proposals by the insurance and takaful industry to address rising healthcare costs, “Industry group proposes affordability measures” (The Star, March 8).

While the transparency and cost-control measures are welcomed, I am concerned that the industry has not addressed its role in ensuring greater access to insurance coverage for the 59% of Malaysians who remain ­uninsured, including for medical insurance.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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