India Pharma 2017: 3Cs And D (Disruption)?
Executive Summary
2017 is predicted to be action-packed for the Indian pharmaceutical industry. Compliance-related issues, consolidation, a potential pick-up in collaborations between innovator and local firms, and activity around Indian biosimilars on the global stage, are just some of the things to keep an eye out for. Meanwhile, India’s demonetization move and the Trump presidency will be reminders to expect the unexpected, say experts.
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