Japan drugmakers aim for biopharma surge with expanded talent pool

Daiichi Sankyo and Fujifilm Holdings boost training to develop experts

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Chugai Pharmaceutical began focusing on biopharmaceuticals before other Japanese drugmakers. (Photo by Chugai Pharmaceutical)

TAITO KUROSE, KOHEI YAMADA and TATSUYA OZAKI

TOKYO -- Japanese pharmaceutical companies including Daiichi Sankyo and Fujifilm Holdings are increasing efforts to develop biopharmaceutical talent, aiming for 50% to 100% growth in such experts as they seek to catch up with overseas rivals.

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