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Korea's national health insurance fiscal balance for foreigners posted a surplus exceeding 1 trillion won ($753 million) last year, the first time it has topped that mark, Yonhap and the Korea Times report. However, the account for Chinese nationals swung to a deficit of 40.9 billion won, according to Chosun Ilbo and Hankyung. The surplus and the nationality-based deficit have reignited debate over reciprocity and fairness in the system, with calls growing for institutional improvements that balance fiscal soundness and equity among subscribers.