The Rozy View: Medtechs, Negotiate With India’s Regulators And Don't Give Up On Japan
Executive Summary
Late to the regulatory game India's government authorities may be, but device companies need to be on their toes to not lose out on vast future market opportunities as the "Make in India" program takes shape. That is the view of international device regulatory and market access expert Ed Rozynski. And while India is on the up, is Japan losing its attractiveness?
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