Not a done deal: PM Anwar confirms BNM still in talks with insurers over proposed hike for medical insurance premiums Posted on 06/12/2024 PUTRAJAYA, Dec 6 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is still negotiating with stakeholders on the proposal to increase medical insurance premiums, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. “As of now, the process is still being renegotiated,” Anwar told reporters after attending Friday prayers at Presint 14, Putrajaya. It was previously reported that the central bank called upon insurers and takaful operators to reassess its premium-setting strategy to ensure a more reasonable implementation. BNM said this would include managing the increase of premiums and contributions over time by considering the impact on policyholders and takaful participants. Local media reported that medical insurance premiums are expected to increase by 40 to 70 per cent next year, resulting in many policyholders considering terminating their policies due to increasing monthly insurance premiums. — Bernama News
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Health minister defends move to up nurses’ working time from 42 hours a week to 45 Posted on 12/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 — The move to increase the working hours of nurses in hospital wards by three hours under the new Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) directive underwent multiple rounds of engagement, including with seven trade unions and nurses association, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad…. Read More