Discussions by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare’s (MHLW) study group on the generic industry structure are reaching the last lap. Its final report - a draft of which will be presented later this month - is expected to…
MHLW to Introduce Guidelines for Sales Reps’ Activities, Calling for the Creation of Supervising Offices
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