Europe Puts Its API Dependence On Asia Under The Microscope

Europe and Asia’s Manufacturing Role Reversal Over 20 Years Is Analyzed

The high concentration of API manufacturers in India and China posing a risk to the European supply chain became the highlight of the discussion among panellists at a recent Medicines for Europe webinar, as possible solutions to reduce the risk of shortages were pitched.

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Regulators and industry stakeholders discuss the security of Europe’s supply chain • Source: Shutterstock

Active pharmaceutical ingredient sourcing and production was the main theme of a recent webinar on supply chain resilience arranged by Medicines for Europe, where panellists discussed where API for European manufacturers comes from. Concerns for the security of European supply chain were evident as participants agreed that “India and China are actively outperforming European businesses.”

“Europe has lost its strong position as an API producer,” said Mundicare CEO Andreas Meiser, pointing out that Europe’s supply...

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