Reality Check? Granules Moves Out Of China JV
Executive Summary
Indian firm Granules is exiting its long-standing joint venture for ibuprofen API in China against the backdrop of evolving pollution control norms and the need for growing expenditure there, while emerging supply options have reduced the need for a local JV.
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