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Global interest in Chinese biotech surges with major pharma deals

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Global interest in Chinese biotech is rising, evidenced by significant deals involving major pharmaceutical companies. AstraZeneca is investing $2 billion in Summit Therapeutics, which is advancing Akeso's immunotherapy drug ivonescimab outside of China. This collaboration aims to test ivonescimab alongside AstraZeneca's existing cancer therapies, reinforcing confidence in its potential as a foundational treatment when combined with other medicines. AI

IMPACT This development highlights the increasing global investment in biotech innovation, particularly in novel cancer therapies originating from China.

RANK_REASON Significant investment and partnership in a biotech firm advancing a novel cancer therapy. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Global interest in Chinese biotech surges with major pharma deals

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Xinmei Shen ·

    AstraZeneca, Merck, Novo deals boost Chinese biotech as global interest grows

    Shares of Akeso surged after British drug maker AstraZeneca moved to advance the Chinese biotech firm’s flagship cancer drug, while a new deal from US giant Merck further underscored the sector’s global momentum amid easing fears of US curbs. AstraZeneca on Tuesday announced a US…

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