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Hong Kong launches new drug regulator, seeks WHO recognition by 2030

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Hong Kong is establishing a new Centre for Medical Products Regulation (CMPR), slated for launch in the fourth quarter of this year, to expedite drug approvals and enhance its status as a biomedical hub. The city aims for independent drug approval by 2030 and is actively recruiting global talent for the new body. A key objective is to gain World Health Organization recognition, which would allow Hong Kong to become a primary drug evaluator rather than relying on approvals from other jurisdictions. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

    Hong Kong’s own drug regulator pushes ahead with hiring, seeks WHO recognition

    As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead. Hong Kong is on a global talent hunt for its own drug approval…

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