The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) stated in response to a parliamentary question that the Life Insurance Association, Singapore (LIA) will explore adjusting critical illness (CI) definitions in its next review, scheduled to begin in 2027. This move aims to reduce the reliance of certain medical condition and illness definitions on specific surgical procedures, focusing more on the illness itself and its severity, to avoid invalidating insurance coverage due to differing treatment methods. Any adjustments will require careful consideration, as they will impact coverage, claims experience, and premiums. The updated definitions will apply to newly sold products.