One Year On: Russia, Ukraine And The Generics Industry

Off-Patent Manufacturers Continue To Offer Relief And Feel Effects Of War In Ukraine

24 Feb 2023

On the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the generics industry reflects on its contributions to relief efforts as well as the impact that the war has had on the supply chain.

Ukraine Russia Flags Cracked Surface — It has now been a year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine • Source: Shutterstock

It has now been a year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Since the start of the conflict, the generics industry has been heavily involved in relief efforts in the region, while also continuing to see the impact of the war on local operations and global supply chains. And with no immediate end in sight to hostilities, effects will likely continue to be felt for the foreseeable future.

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