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Pharma Legal Handbook Which are the main actors involved in public procurement and tendering? Please see the response to Question II.-7.   What are the main characteristics of the public procurement and tendering system? Japan has established voluntary measures, such as tendering procedures based on stricter standards than those in the WTO-GPA, for…

Pharma Legal Handbook Please describe the main cost containment policies in place in your country and their fundamental principles   a. Pricing and impact of generic/biosimilar approval (i)  Pricing Generics and biosimilars are priced lower than their branded equivalents, reflecting lower R&D costs. When a generic drug is first listed on the NHI…

Saudi Arabia Alcon’s Fadi AlSafadi shares his insights on the evolving eye care landscape in the dynamic Middle East and Africa region. He discusses Alcon’s innovative initiatives, including advancements in digitalisation, sustainability efforts, and their approach to enhancing accessibility and education. AlSafadi also highlights Alcon’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, fostering local…

Saudi Arabia Mohamed Fawzy, Country President for Pfizer Saudi Arabia, discusses the company’s evolving role in supporting the Kingdom’s rapidly transforming healthcare sector. He shares insights on Pfizer’s local footprint, its contributions to public health through innovative vaccines and oncology treatments, and the company’s commitment to talent development and localization. Fawzy also…

Europe European pharma is at a turning point, with rising cost pressures, regulatory shifts, and supply chain vulnerabilities reshaping the industry. As the new president of Medicines for Europe, STADA’s Stephan Eder is now at the forefront of driving the change that Europe needs. In this new role as head of…

Mexico Valued at USD 7.28 billion, the Mexican pharma market stands out within Latin America, ranking second only to Brazil, and registering a solid compound annual growth rate of six percent according to a 2023 CANIFARMA and INEGI study. That makes it, on paper, appear a highly attractive sector for investment,…

Global A new book by two pharma industry experts offers the first truly global perspective on the complexities of market access.   Even the most innovative drug is useless if patients cannot afford or access it. As pharmaceutical innovation advances, market access strategies – determining who gets a drug, at what…

Saudi Arabia Despite groundbreaking advances in longevity science, one fundamental challenge remains: how to turn wellness into a scalable, investable industry. Speaking at The Global Healthspan Summit (GHS 2025) in Riyadh, Dr. Mehmood Khan, CEO of the Hevolution Foundation, argues that without a structured economic model, healthy longevity will remain an untapped…

APAC Dengue fever is highly endemic in almost every country in Southeast Asia, meaning that Takeda – having launched its dengue vaccine in 2023 – stands to have a massive impact on health in the region. In conversation, Takeda’s Area Head for India and Southeast Asia Dion Warren outlines how Takeda’s…

Saudi Arabia Lyes Salah, General Manager of Amgen Saudi Arabia, delves into the company’s commitment to supporting Saudi Vision 2030 through innovation, strategic partnerships, and talent development. By advancing healthcare accessibility, fostering diversity, and driving digital transformation, Amgen plays a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s healthcare transformation.   Success is not an…

Saudi Arabia AstraZeneca has made remarkable progress over the past three years in Saudi Arabia, gaining significant leadership in therapeutic areas like oncology and respiratory care, and expansion into rare diseases. Sameh ElFangary, Country President of AstraZeneca GCC & Pakistan shares insights into the company’s strategy and strong alignment with Saudi Arabia’s…

China Beyond political, cultural, economic, and linguistic concerns, the sheer pace of Chinese pharma’s development makes it challenging for international observers to fully grasp the sector’s intricacies, challenges, and numerous opportunities. Thankfully, in order to untangle this complex web PharmaBoardroom spoke directly to the heads of PhIRDA – the association representing…