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Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals

Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals: A leading Chinese pharmaceutical company, headquartered in Lianyungang, Jiangsu, with corporate offices in Shanghai and a global presence including R&D centres in the US and Europe. It specialises in the research, development, manufacturing, and distribution of innovative drugs, primarily focusing on oncology, surgical medicines, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases. The company is recognised as China’s largest listed pharmaceutical firm and consistently ranks among the top global pharmaceutical companies. Its overall business focus is on innovation, significant R&D investment, and global expansion to address unmet medical needs.

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Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals

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