Trump Lauds Big Pharma Collaboration On Super Strong Glass Packaging
Executive Summary
President announces Merck, Pfizer and Corning collaboration on new glass packaging for injectable drugs as part of "Made In America Week;" says FDA is streamlining regulations.
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