Tagged with Association

Hong Kong Professor Anne W.M. Lee, vice chairman of the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society, discusses the role of patient associations in driving change within healthcare systems. Professor Lee, could you perhaps start by sharing the current strategic priorities of the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society (HKACS)? As the biggest non-government organization (NGO) in…

Turkey Raphaël Esposito, director of the French Chamber of Commerce in Turkey, sheds light on issues ranging from venture partnerships to cultural specificities, while underlining Turkey’s capacity to respond to the country’s currency dilemma.       What is your view on the recent evolution of the economy? “The economy has…

Turkey Asli Özelli, newly appointed executive director of AmCham Turkey, discusses the economic landscape of Turkey and its attractiveness for American companies, in addition to highlighting her priorities in her new role and underlining the importance of maintaining the strong economic relationship between the two countries.   What was the motivation…

Malaysia Amrahi Buang, president of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society details the ‘lack’ of recognition and integration of pharmacists in Malaysia. He also explains the complex dual healthcare system and the governmental reforms needed to improve it. You took position as president of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society in May 2016. Can you…

Hong Kong K P Tsang, president of the Hong Kong Alliance for Rare Diseases (HKARD), shares the challenges faced by patients with rare diseases and their caregivers in Hong Kong, the areas of improvement when it comes to rare disease policy, the advocacy work that HKARD is undertaking, and his insights on…

China Dr. Harley Seyedin, president of AmCham South China, talks up increasing connectivity in the region, competition and collaboration between the Greater Bay Area cities, and their potential for international life sciences investors. Harley, you have been in the South China region as an extremely successful businessman for nearly three decades.…

Turkey Elif Aral, country manager of Pfizer Turkey, stresses that Turkey will continue to be perceived as essential and important, where healthcare is a top priority with its young but aging population. In addition, as the newly appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Association of Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies…

UK Karen Osborn, CEO of the International Glaucoma Association, explains the role of the charity, detailing its threefold purpose of funding research, raising awareness and helping patients live with the disease. She speaks about possible care pathways of the future and international collaboration on research.   We also collaborate on workshops…

Hong Kong Ingrid Reinli, general manager of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, discusses the chamber´s strategic priorities and how it serves to unify the European presence in the market. She also reflects on the relationship between Hong Kong and the many European countries investing into the region. Why did…

Cyprus With more than 25 years of experience, Kyriakos Mikellis is actively involved in the Cypriot healthcare environment as the President of the Cyprus Association of Research and Development Pharmaceutical Companies (KEFEA) as well as the Country Lead Cyprus and Malta for Pfizer. He shares in this exclusive interview the important…

Hong Kong Ir. Prof. Andros Chan, president of the Hong Kong Medical and Healthcare Device Industry Association (HKMHDIA), introduces the organization’s mandate, the emerging trends in Hong Kong medtech, and the impact of the Greater Bay Area initiative on his industry. Andros, as a founding member of the HKMHDIA, could you share…

Turkey Christopher Gaunt, chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in Turkey, analyzes the relationship between the two countries and the ongoing development of their relationship, in addition to how UK companies can bring their experience and knowledge about public-private partnerships to the country and further strengthen  economic and bilateral trade.…