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Saudi Arabia Dr Vineta Bhalla, Partner and Chief Medical Officer at Deloitte Middle East, brings a wealth of experience from her background as a clinician, public health expert, and healthcare leader in both Singapore and the UK. Bhalla shares her insights into Saudi Arabia’s healthcare transformation, highlighting the Kingdom’s methodical approach to…

Japan Japan’s amended Cannabis Control Law now permits the development and medical use of cannabis-derived drugs, particularly CBD-based treatments, while simultaneously criminalizing self-use of smokable cannabis products. Writing in the February 2024 edition of DIA’s Global Forum magazine, Toshi Tominaga of Keio University explains why, despite aligning with evolving international regulations,…

Europe The EMA’s Pre-Accession Assistance Program (IPA) helps EU candidate and potential candidate countries align their medicines regulations with EU standards through training, capacity-building, and policy support. As a new op-ed in the February 2025 edition of DIA’s Global Forum magazine outlines, an impact assessment of IPA II (2020-2023) showed significant…

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…

Global In an era of rapid scientific breakthroughs, global regulators are navigating new challenges—accelerating approvals, harmonising standards, and integrating digital tools—while balancing safety, efficacy, and access. Throughout 2024, PharmaBoardroom spoke with regulators worldwide to uncover the key regulatory trends shaping the future of healthcare in 2025 and beyond.   The Road…

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 Amgad Talaat, Regional Cluster Head of EVA Pharma Saudi Arabia, delves into the company’s strategic expansion in the region, emphasizing investments in local manufacturing, innovation, and team development to align with Saudi Vision 2030. With a focus on addressing unmet medical needs and fostering partnerships, EVA Pharma is positioning itself…

Puerto Rico Tom Vincent, Vice President of Prime Air Cargo, shares insights into the company’s journey as a global logistics leader headquartered in Puerto Rico, the challenges and opportunities in serving the life sciences sector, and the strategic innovations driving its success. Vincent discusses how Prime Air Cargo has adapted to evolving…

Puerto Rico Sascha Herzig, President and CEO of E.T.H. Cargo, provides valuable insights into the company’s journey over the past five years and its key developments since COVID-19. He discusses the evolving logistics landscape in Puerto Rico, highlighting the critical role of the island as a hub for life sciences and the…

Puerto Rico Antonio Medina, CEO of Convergent Strategies, shares insights into Puerto Rico’s evolving economic landscape and the critical role his consultancy plays in driving growth and innovation across industries. He reflects on his experience guiding the island out of bankruptcy as a member of the Financial Oversight Board and discusses key…

Saudi Arabia Marwan Omar, General Manager of Ferring in the GCC, lays out the company’s growth strategy and its deep commitment to the region. With a focus on local talent development, strategic partnerships, and expanding its product portfolio, Ferring continues to strengthen its presence in reproductive medicine, gastroenterology, and uro-oncology.   Investing…

Mexico This interview explores Esmeralda Ortiz’s transformative leadership at Grupo Loeffler Russek (GLR), where she has worked to professionalize operations, strengthen the product portfolio, and position the company for sustainable growth. By balancing structure with inclusivity, Ortiz implements best practices drawn from global experience while respecting GLR’s legacy as a family-owned…