Marginal Revolution
6/16/2026
Montana’s SB535 and a Potential Biotech Renaissance in America
Short summary
China approved 83 drugs in 2024 versus the FDA's 50, and now dominates global clinical trials at 30% share, up from 8% in 2013. Chinese Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals recently surpassed AstraZeneca as the world's top clinical trial sponsor. This shift reflects growing biotech competitiveness from China and raises questions about America's regulatory environment.
- •China approved 83 new drugs in 2024 vs FDA's 50
- •Chinese companies now sponsor 30% of global clinical trials, up from 8% in 2013
- •Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals became top global trial sponsor, surpassing AstraZeneca
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