The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA)[2] is a trade association that represents internationally over 90 pharmaceutical companies and associations around the world. IFPMA is based in Geneva and is in official relations with the United Nations[3] where it contributes industry expertise to global health discussions.
| Abbreviation | IFPMA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1968 |
| Type | Trade association |
| Headquarters | Geneva, Switzerland |
President | Albert Bourla[1] |
Key people | David Reddy |
| Website | https://www.ifpma.org/ |
It was formed in 1968 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland.[4]
In 2019, IFPMA released a strengthened code of ethics[5] and professional standards.[6] Among the revisions to the code is a prohibition on gifts provided to healthcare professionals.[7] The code revision has been followed by Ethoscope[8] – an open-source, continuously evolving resource that contains diverse guidance designed to keep pace with emerging developments.
The pharmaceutical industry contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular Goal 3 to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.[9] Today over 35 IFPMA member companies contribute resources and knowhow to SDG initiatives [10] partnering with academia, development organizations, NGOs, foundations and other business sectors. There are over 250 collaborations that aim to strengthen health systems and expand quality healthcare access.[11]
IFPMA works in partnership with other members of the global health community to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) targets and contribute to a world where no one is left behind in receiving the healthcare they need.[12] A wide range of stakeholders across the public and private sectors have an opportunity to collaborate more closely to increase affordability of and access to essential medicines, and the low-cost, but highly effective, interventions and screenings.[13]
See also
edit- Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
- European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations Europe[14]
- Interpharma Switzerland[15]
- Innovative Pharmaceutical Association South Africa[16]
- The Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association[17]
- Les entreprises du médicament France[18]
References
edit- ^ CEOs from Pfizer, Roche, and Daiichi Sankyo take up roles on IFPMA CEO leadership team,IFPMA,12 July 2023, [1]
- ^ "International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations - IFPMA". Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ^ "List of NGOs accredited at the UN Office at Geneva". Retrieved 7 December 2022.
- ^ "About IFPMA". Archived from the original on 26 June 2014. Retrieved 11 Jun 2014.
- ^ "New International Pharmaceutical Practice Code Tightens Restrictions on Gifts". Ropes & Gray. 27 February 2019. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ Underwood, George (18 Mar 2020). "Industry and patient groups collaborate on new guidance for interaction". Retrieved 7 December 2022.
- ^ Baker, Berry (20 December 2018). "IFPMA launches new Code of Practice for the pharmaceutical industry". Pharma Technology. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ Lugogo, Mwana (24 April 2023). "Industry and patient groups collaborate on new guidance for interaction". PharmaBoardroom. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ "Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages". United Nations. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ Explore Collaborations Global Health Progress 2023,https://globalhealthprogress.org/explore-our-collaborations/
- ^ "Global Health Progress is an interactive resource hub highlighting collaborations between the innovative biopharmaceutical industry and our partners to support the SDGs". 18 Mar 2022. Retrieved 7 December 2022.
- ^ "Private Sector Commitments To Universal Health Coverage, UHC2030 Private Sector Constituency 2023 Statement" (PDF). UHC2030. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ "The Road to 2030: Revitalizing Multi-sectoral Partnerships to Achieve Universal Health Coverage". Foreign Policy Analytics. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ EFPIA, https://www.ifpma.org/members/efpia/
- ^ Interpharma, https://www.ifpma.org/members/interpharma/
- ^ IPASA, https://www.ifpma.org/members/ipasa/
- ^ JPMA, https://www.ifpma.org/members/jpma/
- ^ LEEM, https://www.ifpma.org/members/leem/
