Core Viewpoint - The Trump administration is preparing a new executive order targeting the Chinese pharmaceutical industry, particularly focusing on the licensing-out (BD) of innovative drugs, which may restrict U.S. pharmaceutical companies from importing new drugs from China and impose stricter reviews on drug licensing transactions and clinical data from China [1][3]. Group 1: Impact on the Market - Following the news, shares of innovative drug companies in both A-shares and H-shares fell, with companies like BeiGene and Rongchang Bio experiencing declines, while the Hang Seng Biotechnology Index saw a significant drop [1]. - Despite initial declines, the innovative drug sector showed signs of recovery, with a partial rebound observed on September 12 [1]. Group 2: Details of the Proposed Executive Order - The draft executive order includes four main points: limiting U.S. pharmaceutical companies from importing in-development drugs from China, requiring licensing transactions to undergo mandatory review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), enhancing FDA scrutiny on projects using Chinese clinical data, and promoting domestic drug production in the U.S. [3][5]. - The proposed restrictions are seen as a response to the increasing trend of U.S. pharmaceutical companies acquiring Chinese innovative drug pipelines, which has raised concerns among some U.S. investors [3][4]. Group 3: Industry Reactions and Feasibility - Industry insiders express skepticism about the feasibility of the executive order due to the complex interests involved, suggesting that even if the order is implemented, it may only affect the most sensitive areas like cell therapy and human genetic resources, while allowing other transactions to proceed normally [2][6]. - The potential impact of the order on U.S. pharmaceutical companies is significant, as it could limit their access to innovative drugs and hinder their development capabilities [6][7]. Group 4: Economic Implications - The executive order is perceived as a move that could harm both U.S. and Chinese companies, as it may restrict BD transactions that are crucial for innovation and collaboration in the pharmaceutical sector [2][6]. - The financial stakes in BD transactions are substantial, with the potential for significant profits for multinational companies, as evidenced by BioNTech's recent acquisition and subsequent sale of a Chinese innovative drug [7].