AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoChina Health Strategy: Xi Jinping called for decisive progress on the Healthy China initiative in 2026–30, emphasizing prevention and health across government policies. Drug Innovation: Roche struck a deal worth up to US$1.16 billion with China’s Rona Therapeutics for an experimental obesity drug, including US$100 million upfront. India Access and Affordability: The Supreme Court questioned why medicine price controls cover only cancer drugs, as the Centre told states to ensure hospitals display treatment charges. Pacific Mental Health: A new awareness campaign is urging communities to draw on cultural ties to support wellbeing; health figures show 20% of Pacific people experience high psychological distress. China R&D: Boehringer Ingelheim opened a Shanghai research centre, aiming for full Chinese participation in its early-stage projects. India Medical Technology: Fortis Healthcare introduced what it calls India’s first AI-powered, robot-assisted hybrid cardiac catheterisation lab. Healthcare Costs: Aon projects Asia-Pacific medical costs will rise 9.7% in 2027, a slower increase than in 2026.
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