RDP is one part of Europe’s intellectual property ecosystem. Its purpose is to attract, stimulate and support investment and innovation in medicines development in Europe. The Commission’s proposal is to cut RDP by 2 years at a time when the European Council Conclusions asked to strengthen, rather than cut, the region’s incentives. If this happens, we will see not only a reduction in European competitiveness, but a significant reduction in patients’ access to medicines.
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Imagine a Europe where patients get faster and more equitable access to medicines
Our aspiration is that all Europeans get access to new medicines on day one following authorisation. How do we make that a reality? Read more on our proposals to ensure faster, more equitable access for patients
An op-ed by Alberto Colzi, SVP and President International Therapeutics, AbbVie; Incoming...
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The European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) represents the pharmaceutical industry operating in Europe. Through its direct membership of 37 national associations and 40 leading pharmaceutical companies, EFPIA is the voice on the EU scene of 1,900 companies committed to researching, developing and bringing to patients new medicines that will improve health and the quality of life around the world.