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USA 80 orphan drugs (those drugs intended to treat diseases so rare that sponsors are reluctant to develop them under usual marketing conditions) were approved in the USA in 2017, a record year and more than double the 40 approved in 2016.   Orphan drug spending grew from 5 to 10%…

Malaysia The growth of the Malaysian pharma market between 2006 and 2016. Pharmaceutical sales grew to over USD 2 billion by 2016, thanks in large part to a burgeoning prescription medicine segment.   The import and export of pharmaeuticals in Malaysia between 2006 and 2016. In 2016, the trade balance stood…

China China has expanded to be the second largest pharmaceutical market globally with USD 137 billion in total spending in 2018, but growth has slowed from a 19% CAGR in 2008–2013 to an 8% CAGR in 2013–2018 and is expected to continue to decline to 3-6% through 2023, as the below…

Algeria Click here to download the Healthcare & Life Sciences Review Algeria 2019 report.   Algeria, Africa’s largest country by area, stands as a promising investment destination for the global life sciences industry, with a sizeable local market and a growing number of multinationals choosing to base their regional operations out…

Egypt The Egyptian pharma market grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17 percent between 2011 and 2017 to reach a total market valuation of EGP 50 billion in 2017. Low levels of healthcare insurance penetration mean that pharma sales are predominantly driven by out-of-pocket expenditure.   The top…

Pharmacy Meghann Chilcott, Chief Technology/Marketing Officer at Benzer Pharmacy looks at current pharmaceutical service trends that aim to create a more perfect union among technology, medication delivery and patient care for independent pharmacists. The move toward automation is reducing the complexity faced by medical coders, with software acting as the go-between, providing…

Spain Damaso Molero, general manager of 3P Biopharmaceuticals, a leading Spanish CDMO, highlights the growth of the company and the need to continuously increase capacity to meet market demands. Furthermore, he touches on the innovation ecosystem in Spain and how 3P works with clients, rather than for them, to achieve long-term…

China Tony Au, general manager of AbbVie China, shares the key milestones for the affiliate in the past six years, the strong foundation he has built for AbbVie in China, the mission of AbbVie to be the most reliable pharmaceutical company in China, and the exciting pipeline of innovative products and…

Spain Javier Alvarado, general manager of Mundipharma Spain, discusses his current priorities and the innovation the company is bringing to the market through a diversified portfolio. Furthermore, he points out the importance of long-term strategic partnerships for the company´s success and his future aspirations for the affiliate.   Of course, none…

Malta Andrew Corrieri of Pharmaconsulta in Malta outlines his consultancy’s comprehensive service offering, the opportunities inherent in the Maltese life sciences industry and his plans for the future.   By overseeing the entire spectrum of regulatory affairs, we are able to act more efficiently and prevent any hiccups or delays that…

Spain Sergio Serra Ripol, managing director of Tillotts Pharma Spain, highlights the challenges associated with setting up the affiliate and the strategic importance of Spain as Tillotts grows its European footprint. Furthermore, he gives an insight into the importance of relationships in building the company’s network and his vision for the…

Europe The Top Pharma Markets in Europe for 2016 according to the latest EFPIA figures. Germany leads the way, with a market size of EUR 30.815 billion, followed by France and Italy.