OIC, insurers okay products to cover coronavirusPassengers walk past a screen scanning their temperature at Don Mueang airport on Wednesday. (Royal Thai Air Force photo)The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) and insurers have agreed in principle to provide insurance products with coronavirus coverage for both foreign visitors and locals. To alleviate any unexpected impact from the coronavirus on local residents, the OIC approved insurers developing insurance products with coronavirus coverage. Several insurers are offering additional coverage for their existing health insurance policyholders, said Mr Suthiphon. The OIC has instructed insurance companies to prioritise coronavirus insurance product development to allow people to get coverage amid the virus outbreak.

Source: Bangkok Post January 29, 2020 10:30 UTC