Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-09-02 22:43Core Viewpoint - The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) is focusing on accelerating the development of the biopharmaceutical industry among central enterprises, emphasizing innovation-driven, long-cycle, and differentiated development to enhance the industry's quality and impact [1]. Group 1: Industry Development - SASAC, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, held a high-level training course for central enterprises in the biopharmaceutical sector from August 27 to 30 [1]. - The initiative aims to align with the "Healthy China" strategy and promote high-quality development in the biopharmaceutical industry [1]. - SASAC encourages state-owned enterprises to utilize mergers and acquisitions, equity investments, and industrial funds to strengthen their influence in the biopharmaceutical sector, particularly in areas with weak industrial foundations [1]. Group 2: Recent Mergers and Acquisitions - Recently, China National Pharmaceutical Group (Sinopharm) announced the acquisition of leading companies in the blood products sector, including Palin Biotech, and in the pharmaceutical glass sector, Shandong Pharmaceutical Glass, marking significant examples of mergers in the pharmaceutical industry [1].