Analysis of individual placements across 43 companies over the past 18 months paints a vivid picture of Japan’s evolving healthcare industry. This comprehensive snapshot illuminates current market demands, strategic shifts, and the enduring appeal of this pivotal Asian market.Rare Diseases…
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Six Wholesalers Barred from NHO Bids after FTC Confirms Bid-Rigging
The National Hospital Organization (NHO) has suspended six wholesalers from its drug procurement bids starting on March 27, days after the Japanese antitrust watchdog confirmed their bid-rigging practices and imposed surcharges for five of them. Subject to the suspension are…
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