Evidently, there is a need for healthcare system reform and greatly increased investment in healthcare in order to build a nation where “health is for all” and the people enjoy “universal healthcare”. VHI would also expose the population to greater public health risks, and families to greater financial risk due to catastrophic medical expenses. By contrast, public health spending — especially programmes emphasising prevention — came to a meagre 6.8%. KRI has previously advocated for the country to focus beyond curative care services to emphasise long-term prevention and invest more in public health services. Reforming the country’s healthcare system is also a shared responsibility, with “whole-of-government” and “all-of-society” approaches needed to enhance healthcare inclusion and MoH accountability.
