International
Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry is the trade association for more than 90 companies in the UK producing prescription medicines for human use. Its member companies research, develop, manufacture and supply more than 80 per cent of the medicines prescribed through the National Health Service.
European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations
EFPIA represents 31 national pharmaceutical industry associations and 44 leading pharmaceutical companies operating in Europe.
International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (IFPMA)
The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations is the global non-profit NGO representing the research-based pharmaceutical, biotech and vaccine sectors. Its members comprise leading international companies and national and regional industry associations covering developed and developing countries.
Japan Pharmaceuticals Manufacturers Association (JPMA)
JPMA, established in 1968, represents the R&D-orientated pharmaceutical companies which are devoted to contribute to the promotion and welfare in the global population through development of innovative medicines prescribed in medical facilities including hospitals and clinics.
Korean Research-Based Pharmaceutical Industry Association (KRPIA)
Committed to contributing to the physical and mental health of Koreans and work together with the Government to bring necessary and innovative medicines to patients.
Medicines New Zealand
Medicines New Zealand is the industry association representing companies engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription medicines.
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers America (PhRMA)
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country’s leading pharmaceutical research and biotechnology companies, which are devoted to inventing medicines that allow patients to live longer, healthier, and more productive lives.
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association (PReMA) (Thailand)
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association (PReMA) is a non-profit organisation representing members who are research based pharmaceutical companies innovating medicines to combat the previously incurable diseases and to improve on existing treatments.
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations. It is dedicated to developing a balanced and accessible international intellectual property (IP) system, which rewards creativity, stimulates innovation and contributes to economic development while safeguarding the public interest. WIPO was established by the WIPO Convention in 1967 with a mandate from its Member States to promote the protection of IP throughout the world through cooperation among states and in collaboration with other international organizations. Its headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland. The Director General is Francis Gurry.
Page updated: July 2011