US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sets 10-Year Floor For Biologics Market Exclusivity
Executive Summary
USA's 12-year-plus scheme won't change, but Canada and Mexico must offer sponsors more than previously; biosimilar industry bemoans lack of incentives for competition. Trade pact also specifies damages award options and links regulatory review to patent disputes.
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