No longer an island: Japan's drug pricing has global consequences
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-07-17 18:05 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Health, Asia, Drugs, World News, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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A drug store in Tokyo. Eli Lilly's CEO says Japan's current pricing system penalizes innovative medicines for their effectiveness, leaves patients with a limited range of treatments, and makes the country a less attractive destination for global investment. © AP
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