A Strategy and Action Plan for the Pharmaceutical Sector has been adopted for the 2015-2018 period ("Action Plan"). It was prepared by the General Directorate of the Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology, with contributions from public and non-governmental organizations, as well as universities. The Action Plan is limited to pharmaceuticals for human use and sets goals for the period to support the local pharmaceutical sector to become more competitive globally.
The Action Plan envisages six strategic objectives and 36 specific actions, taking into account the key problems currently facing the pharmaceutical sector. The strategic objectives are to:
- Establish a qualified labour-force which meets sector requirements.
- Develop coordination and cooperation by establishing a transparent environment, based on trust between the public, universities, and private sector.
- Ensure rational use of pharmaceuticals by establishing informed doctors, dentists, pharmacist, nurses and consumers population.
- Plan R&D activities, ensure coordination for the development of high quality products and support products developed in this manner.
- Establish a rational financial structure which supports industry investments for the purpose of supporting sustainability and globalization of the sector.
The Action Plan was announced in Official Gazette number 29440 on 9 August 2015. Please see this link for the full text (only available in Turkish).
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