Medicines Australia welcomes Morrison government ministry

Pharma trade group Medicines Australia welcomes the appointment of the Morrison government Ministry following the May 18 federal election, which, unexpectedly, returned the Liberal Party to power and beating the Labor Party that had been expected to win.

With the recent confirmation that Prime Minister Scott Morrison MP will lead a majority government and the “appointment of an experienced Ministry, Medicines Australia looks forward to working with members of the Ministry to provide stability and continuity for the continued investment of the innovative pharmaceutical sector and the research and development capabilities of Australia,” the group said.

Medicines Australia chief executive Elizabeth de Somer said: “In particular, Medicines Australia is delighted to see the continuation of the Hon Greg Hunt MP in the health portfolio as Minister for Health. Prime Minister Morrison has made the right call in keeping the critical portfolio of Health in the capable hands of Minister Hunt, as we continue to implement the improvements agreed under the 2017 Strategic Agreement, streamline processes and reduce delays in access to new and breakthrough medicines.