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Industry Overview - The innovative drug industry has shown robust growth this year, with the innovative drug index rising by 50.2% as of August 7 [1] - The National Medical Products Administration reported that 43 innovative drugs were approved in the first half of the year, a 59% increase year-on-year, nearing the total of 48 expected for the entire year of 2024 [1] Company Insights - Tigermed, a leading clinical research organization (CRO) in China, has established an integrated platform covering all stages from preclinical to clinical processes, ensuring global project synchronization [2] - The R&D expenditure of CSPC Pharmaceutical Group has increased from 1.583 billion HKD in 2018 to approximately 5.19 billion HKD in 2024, reflecting a consistent double-digit growth [2] Market Dynamics - The innovative drug sector is experiencing a resurgence driven by policy support and companies strengthening their competitive edge [2] - In the first half of this year, the upfront payments for innovative drug licensing exceeded 2.5 billion USD, with total transaction amounts nearing 50 billion USD, comparable to the total for the previous year [3] International Collaboration - Chinese innovative drug companies are increasingly engaging in overseas licensing transactions, with CSPC announcing four licensing agreements this year, totaling approximately 9.7 billion USD [3] - The shift from single product output to deeper strategic collaborations in international markets is a notable trend [3] AI in Drug Development - AI technology is rapidly transforming drug development, significantly shortening research cycles and reducing costs [4] - The integration of AI with automation in production processes is expected to enhance production quality and lower costs, promoting sustainable practices [5] - Companies like De Rui Zhi Yao are leveraging AI to drive new drug development, with several innovative drugs already in clinical stages [5]