Policy & Regulation

The global paint and coatings market is projected to experience steady growth, expanding from $194.5 billion in 2024 to $227.5 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2%.

JD.com, one of China's leading e-commerce and supply chain technology providers, announced strong fourth quarter and full-year 2024 financial results while raising its annual dividend.

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On March 3, 2025, the Ministry of Health Malaysia announced the Food (Amendment) Regulations 2025, set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

On March 11, 2025, India and Armenia strengthened their bilateral ties by signing a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the regulation of medical products.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a delay in the implementation of the final rule regarding the definition of “healthy” on food labels.

European Union released regulation (EU) 2025/351, amending existing laws related to food contact plastics and recycled plastic materials.

LUM GmbH has recently entered into a strategic partnership with Alpharmaca Inc., a Shanghai-based company, to meet the increasing demand from the pharmaceutical and semiconductor sectors.

On February 25, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an adjustment to the final rule regarding the definition of the term "healthy" in food labeling, as detailed in the Federal Register.

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The European Union is on the brink of a significant transformation in its biopesticide regulations, aimed at expediting the approval process for biopesticides and biocontrol products.

The Indian pharmaceutical industry is making significant strides on the global stage, having overtaken U.S. counterparts with 752 FDA-registered manufacturing sites.

India's contract drug manufacturers are calling for urgent government assistance to overcome regulatory challenges and enhance their competitiveness against China.

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On February 24, 2025, the European Commission released a new regulation that introduces 12 significant amendments to existing food additive policies, marking a crucial development for the food industry in Europe.

In a significant legal challenge, drug compounders have sued the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over its recent decision to remove Wegovy and Ozempic from the official shortage list.

The global clean label ingredients market is on track for remarkable growth, projected to reach USD 57.3 billion by 2025 and expand at a 15.5% CAGR to hit USD 212.4 billion by 2035.

In response to the growing need for consumer safety and product quality, the State Administration for Market Regulation issued Announcement No. 9 last year regarding the mandatory certification management of commercial gas burners and other products.

In a significant move, Kyle Diamantas, a prominent attorney with extensive experience in food regulation, has been appointed as the new top food regulator at the FDA.

On February 3, 2025, Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino announced the country’s decision to withdraw from the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which could be seen as a significant geopolitical shift.

On February 18, 2025, Chemours announced a strategic review of its Advanced Performance Materials (APM) business in Europe following the release of its 2024 financial results.