The Japanese pharmaceutical industry, a vital component of global innovation, faces a talent gap that resonates across multinational corporations. While Japan possesses a wealth of highly skilled professionals, a notable communication disparity impedes recruitment and career advancement, particularly in global…
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Generic Industry Pondering Specific Proposal to Address Unreasonable Price Rises
The Japanese generic industry is mulling over a concrete proposal to address unreasonable price rises given to cheaply sold generics by designing a system palatable to regulators, which are loath to see an excessive increase in the number or price…
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