Core Insights - The Chinese biopharmaceutical industry has significantly improved in both the quantity and quality of innovative drugs, with 43 innovative drugs approved in the first half of 2025, a 59% year-on-year increase, and domestic innovative drugs accounting for 93% of this total [1][7] - The industry has evolved from a focus on generic drugs to a strong emphasis on original innovation, supported by policy reforms and increased R&D investment [5][7] - The geopolitical landscape poses challenges for the industry, necessitating a strategic global positioning and market diversification to mitigate risks associated with supply chain security and international cooperation barriers [2][3] Industry Development - The transformation of the Chinese biopharmaceutical industry began with the 2015 reform of the drug approval system, which shifted the focus to clinical value and significantly shortened approval times [5] - The industry has seen a shift from a model of "combination of imitation and innovation" to "source innovation," with substantial increases in R&D investment over the past decade [5][6] - The successful case of the drug Senglitin, which bypassed phase II clinical trials due to its strong performance in phase I trials, exemplifies the supportive environment for innovation in China [6] Global Positioning - The Chinese biopharmaceutical industry is increasingly targeting emerging markets in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, facilitated by regulatory cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative [2][3] - The industry is forming a diversified international cooperation model, addressing local healthcare needs while enhancing resilience against geopolitical risks [3] Capital Market Dynamics - The capital market for biopharmaceuticals has experienced volatility, with a significant contraction in financing since 2022, but signs of recovery are emerging as of mid-2025 [8][9] - The need for "patient capital" is emphasized, with suggestions to relax investment restrictions for long-term capital sources to strengthen the ecosystem [9][10] - A proposed mechanism linking IPO approvals to the outcomes of major national drug projects aims to enhance funding opportunities for innovative companies [10] Technological Advancements - The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in drug development is becoming a key driver for innovation, improving efficiency in clinical trials and enhancing drug accessibility [11][12] - AI's role in integrating data across various stakeholders is crucial for establishing reasonable pricing and ensuring the sustainability of innovative drugs [12] Future Outlook - The transition from a "China New" to a "Global New" paradigm requires ongoing collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and capital markets, focusing on clinical value and global perspectives [13]

2015年的夏天，中国医药行业经历了一场"刮骨疗毒"式的变革。"722临床核查"风暴席卷全国，临床虚 假数据的泡沫被彻底戳破。彼时，中国创新药在全球医药市场的占比不足5%，大部分的药品市场被仿 制药占据。 十年后的2025年，仅上半年国内便有43款创新药获批上市，同比增长59%，其中国产创新药占比高达 93%，且新药的临床开发周期已跃居国际前列。与此同时，在资本市场，医药股在经历了一轮"寒冬"之 后，如同今年夏天的天气一般，变得"热辣滚烫"。 这一戏剧性转变的背后，是中国生物医药产业历经政策破冰、资本沉浮与技术攻坚的艰辛十年。而未 来，产业还需直面地缘政治的重重挑战，在供应链安全、国际合作壁垒等现实考验中，踏上向创新药强 国稳步突围的新征程。 No.1 地缘政治挑战下的全球定位 正当中国生物医药产业加速发展之时，全球地缘政治格局的剧烈变动为产业发展增添了不确定性。目 前，美国政府通过加征关税、升级药品监管壁垒、扩大生物技术实体清单等手段，挤压中国生物医药产 业的发展空间。面对这一挑战，中国生物医药产业需要寻找到合适的全球定位。 全球产业链的深度融合为脱钩断链设置了天然障碍。尽管美国政府试图推动医药制造业回流， ...