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China pharma projects disrupted by Sino-US tensions

Investing.comTuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:11:02 PM
China pharma projects disrupted by Sino-US tensions
Rising tensions between China and the US are throwing a wrench into pharmaceutical projects in China, disrupting collaborations, supply chains, and research efforts. The friction—driven by trade restrictions, intellectual property disputes, and geopolitical posturing—is forcing companies to rethink strategies, with some shifting operations or shelving plans altogether.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about business—it’s about real-world consequences for drug development and healthcare access. When two global heavyweights clash over trade and tech, it doesn’t stay in boardrooms; it trickles down to labs, hospitals, and patients who rely on timely medical breakthroughs. The longer this drags on, the more both sides—and the world—stand to lose.
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