Bank Negara deputy governor Aznan Abdul Aziz explains why the base medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) plan marks the first step in tackling Malaysia’s healthcare challenges under the RESET initiatives. It’s important to recognise that the base MHIT plan isn’t intended to solve every problem on its own. The base MHIT plan is designed to give Malaysians a simple, reliable, and lasting option for private medical insurance. In short, the base MHIT plan reflects our commitment to keeping private healthcare accessible and sustainable for all. That’s why the base MHIT plan is designed to offer lasting affordability and protection that stays practical for policyholders as they age.

Source: The Star March 23, 2026 23:33 UTC