Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-04 14:32Group 1 - The core announcement is that China Biologic Products (01177) has received clinical trial approval from both the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in China and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its innovative drug TQF3250 capsules, which are intended for weight loss [1] - TQF3250 is an oral small molecule GLP-1 receptor agonist that selectively activates the cAMP-biased GLP-1 receptor signaling pathway, promoting insulin secretion while reducing β-arrestin recruitment and receptor internalization, thus extending the duration of action [1] - Compared to traditional injectable GLP-1 drugs, TQF3250's oral administration method significantly enhances patient convenience and long-term treatment adherence [1] Group 2 - Obesity and overweight have become one of the most severe public health challenges of the 21st century, with the global prevalence expected to rise from 36% in 2000 to 50% by 2030, affecting nearly 3 billion people [2] - In China, the trend is particularly pronounced, with an estimated 41% of adults projected to have a high BMI (≥25 kg/m²) by 2025, and 9% classified as obese (BMI ≥30 kg/m²) [2] - The clinical trial application for TQF3250 to treat type 2 diabetes has also been approved by NMPA, indicating that metabolic diseases are a core focus area for the company, which aims to provide a diverse product pipeline for patients [2]