Merck, Simcere Form JV To Expand Access To Lifestyle Drugs Across China
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
The deal also signals Merck's partnering strategy in emerging markets for its branded and innovative products, especially in Asia. The company expects EMs to contribute 25% of Merck's global sales by 2013.
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