JPMA’s Teshirogi Talks About Challenges Facing Japan Pharma
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
During an event in New York, the president of the Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association spoke about the troubles facing the Japanese pharmaceutical industry and the steps that need to be taken to continue competing on a global level. He also addressed the changes happening at the company he heads, Japan’s Shionogi.
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