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flag Asia Pacific medical plan costs to rise 11.3% in 2026, driven by chronic illness and drug prices, per Aon report.

flag Asia Pacific employee medical plan costs are projected to rise 11.3% in 2026, stabilizing after two years of steep increases, according to Aon’s 2026 Global Medical Trend Rates Report. flag The global average is expected at 9.8%. flag Key markets like China, India, Singapore, the Philippines, and Vietnam may see lower increases due to reduced healthcare utilization and growing wellbeing initiatives. flag Cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal conditions, and cancer remain top cost drivers, fueled by chronic illness, rising drug costs, and medical technology. flag Employers are adopting flexible benefits, cost controls, and prevention programs targeting inactivity, stress, and metabolic risks. flag Aon urges strategic planning, data use, and local tendering to sustain benefits amid evolving healthcare demands.

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