Byrne knew that there was still a lot of work to be done before negotiating with Sanqing.

He couldn't leave empty-handed, he had to prepare enough ammunition to tempt Sanqing.

In the next few days, Byrne knocked on door after door and visited representatives from various countries participating in the meeting.

After the government representatives, there are the heads of major pharmaceutical companies and charitable organizations.

During the meeting, he kept spinning like a top, and he looked quite haggard.

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Tianzhu, Mengmai City, Sun Pharmaceutical Headquarters.

President Sanghavi was sitting in a spacious and bright office, feeling very bad.

The sun was shining brightly outside the window, but his face was filled with gloom.

Sitting across from him were several company executives, all with their heads lowered and afraid to speak out.

"So, the sales of anti-AIDS generic drugs have fallen sharply in recent months, especially the orders for generic drugs from China, which have completely disappeared, right?"

Sanghavi suddenly spoke out, as if talking to himself or questioning the subordinates in front of him.

"Yes, the reason is that China's Sanqing Group has developed a specific AIDS drug that is very effective. It has cooperated with the Chinese government to launch an HIV elimination plan and gives it to all patients for free."

"In the past, it was difficult for HIV-infected people in China to obtain the latest anti-AIDS drugs, and they had very few choices. Even if there were new drugs like Bituvit, the price was several times more expensive than our generic drugs that cost hundreds of yuan, so they all passed Some channels purchase our generic drugs."

"However, the situation is different now. They can get the latest drugs for free, and the effects are even better. Naturally, they will not spend their own money to buy any generic drugs."

"Our market in China has been shrinking, and only generic anti-HCV drugs like Jisandai, which Sanqing has not been involved in, are left."

An executive wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and replied in a low voice.

Sanghavi nodded and his face softened a lot: "I also noticed this. I asked you to crack the original medicine of Sanqing before, what was the result?"

Several executives' expressions suddenly changed and they started hesitating.

"It's very difficult. Anti-cancer drugs were the first to come out. We had a lot of confidence, but most of this drug's overseas market is in the hands of Pfizer. They have a very good relationship with us. They have drug licensing cooperation every year, and one of them is the most The important requirement is that anti-cancer drugs cannot be copied."

The implication is that Pfizer has given too much, and there is no need to offend the other party and forcefully launch anti-cancer drugs.

"We have also cracked the AD specific drug, but the process is extremely difficult and difficult to break through. Our generic drugs have great side effects and are far different from the original ones. In some places, they even killed people, so..."

"Currently there are not many Sanqing drugs that we can copy."

"How much is not more?" Sanghavi asked coldly.

"Except for heavy-hitting drugs, the other challenges are not that difficult, because no matter how severe the side effects are, they won't kill you."

"You!" Sanghavi was so angry that he couldn't speak. If generic drugs don't imitate blockbuster drugs, how come there are also imitations of niche drugs? There's still a crap market.

Seeing a storm coming.

Suddenly, a rapid ringing of the phone broke the solemn atmosphere in the room.

Sanghavi answered the phone, and within a few seconds, his face suddenly became extremely shocked.

The shock solidified on his face and lasted until the call ended.

After hanging up the phone, he was still a little absent-minded.

The subordinates looked at each other and did not dare to say anything.

After a while, Sanghavi let out a long sigh.

"This Sanqing actually did it!"

He glanced at the others and explained: "It's a call from the Ministry of Health. They just returned from attending the Global AIDS Conference and shared an important news."

"Sanqing's latest drug, Duanailing, can completely control the spread of AIDS. Currently, the number of new HIV infections in China has been eliminated."

Sanghavi did not go to the Global AIDS Conference for the simple reason that he was afraid of being beaten.

Because Sun Pharmaceuticals imitates original drugs from major Western pharmaceutical companies all day long, many of which are serious patent infringements, especially anti-AIDS drugs.

"This is very important to the government. At present, the health departments of various countries have taken emergency action," he said with a proud smile on his lips: "Our distinguished adults also convened an emergency meeting and notified me One thing.”

The subordinates all had surprised expressions and eager eyes, waiting for his next words.

Sanghavi said with a smile: "The Ministry of Health has issued an order to major generic drug companies, asking us to issue a military order."

"Start imitating Sanqing's Duan Ai Ling immediately, and the finished product must be produced within a month!"

"Even if there are adverse reactions, as long as it's cheap enough and won't kill anyone, that's fine."

"There are more than two million AIDS patients in Tianzhu, but there are not many new cases. There are only tens of thousands of people every year. The overall trend is downward."

"As long as there are cheap generic drugs, our country can also completely control AIDS and eliminate new HIV infections."

His eyes were sharp and he looked at his subordinates with confidence.

"This time, the Ministry of Health issued a death order. As a rising eastern power, Tianzhu is by no means worse than China."

"What China can do, we can certainly do too."

"I believe that with our strength, it is not difficult to imitate the love-breaking spirit with an effect of more than 60%, right?"

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Department of Health Headquarters, Eagle Country, DC.

Oscar, the president of Gilead, was wearing a crisp dark suit and walked calmly into the conference room.

As soon as I entered the door, I saw a group of people in suits and leather shoes, sitting in front of a huge rectangular oak table with serious expressions.

After a quick glance, not only Davis, the head of the FDA, but also people from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) were there.

Old acquaintances such as GSK President Emma, ​​Merck, and Johnson & Johnson were also there. They are all pharmaceutical giants with best-selling anti-HIV drugs.

Suddenly, Oscar's eyes narrowed and he saw an unfamiliar oriental face in the crowd.

Who is this person? A question flashed in his mind.

Thinking of the recently popular Sanqing Group, he had a vague answer in his heart.

After everyone took their seats, the meeting began quickly.

Health Minister Javier, who was sitting at the head, coughed lightly and began to speak solemnly.

Right at the beginning, a big piece of news was revealed.

"Everyone, many of you have participated in the Global AIDS Conference, and I believe you already know the theme of this conference."

"Yes, as the world's most powerful country and the light of human civilization, it is our glorious mission to eliminate AIDS."

"We will immediately implement an AIDS end plan, starting from various aspects such as law, AIDS testing, treatment and prevention. It is expected that in the next three years, the incidence of AIDS will be reduced by 90%, and new HIV infections will be eliminated within six months."

"The plan will formulate relevant laws to criminalize patients who transmit AIDS and patients who are exposed to AIDS, so as to reduce the spread of HIV. In addition, it will also address racial discrimination, homophobia and economic problems.

Provide better services to AIDS patients."

"Eagle Country is one of the countries where AIDS is most prevalent. Tens of billions have been spent on prevention and treatment in the past five years. Currently, an AIDS patient spends an average of US$140,000. The entire process from diagnosis and treatment to death for an ordinary AIDS patient averages

Lifetime medical expenses are about $80,000, which is a huge drain on the medical system."

"If there is any measure that can control the spread of AIDS, the Ministry of Health will do whatever it takes to achieve it!"

Javier spoke sternly and decisively.

The whole place fell silent, and everyone was listening attentively.

Everyone knows that when the Ministry of Health summoned everyone here this time, it was not just about shouting slogans, it was definitely going to be a big move.

Javier continued: "In order to implement this plan smoothly, the Ministry of Health has decided to invest US$10 billion in the next year. Within three years, no less than US$30 billion will be allocated."

As soon as money was mentioned, everyone suddenly became energetic and their eyes lit up.

"The most important thing in AIDS prevention and treatment is prevention and treatment, and we attach great importance to the participation of major pharmaceutical companies."

"In view of the great results achieved by Sanqing's new drugs, we have re-examined the drug procurement plan and decided to increase the procurement quota for Sanqing's Duanailin and increase the reimbursement ratio in medical insurance."

"Of course, the current drug prices are too high and we cannot accept it. If you want more places, you must provide a satisfactory result."

"For the specific purchase list, you can look at the documents on your desk."

"Everyone can feel free to express their opinions on this."

Oscar looked at the document in front of him, flipped through it briefly, and couldn't help but be stunned.

On the list, the quota of Gilead’s trump card drug Bituvi has been greatly reduced compared to before, and it is even ranked behind Sanqing’s Duanailin.

Anger suddenly welled up in his heart, and he immediately raised his hand to ask a question.

"Mr. Havel, I have a question."

Javier nodded slightly: "Please speak."

Oscar suppressed his anger and said loudly: "As we all know, our Gilead drugs are very effective, easy to use and cheap, so why have they been reduced so much?"

Javier said coldly: "By reducing, do you mean that the purchase ratio dropped from 80% to 40%?"

"That's right." Oscar said confidently: "Our price is the cheapest and the effect is the best, so of course we should account for the largest share."

After speaking, Oscar glanced at the representative of Sanqing provocatively.
To be continued...