Chioma Umeha
The Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of
India (Pharmexcil) is organising its 3rd International Exhibition for Pharma
& Healthcare (iPHEX Africa) on March 14 – 15, 2019 at Federal Palace Hotel,
Lagos, with the support of Indian High Commission, Indian Pharmaceutical
Manufacturers Association in Nigeria, Association of Pharmaceuticals Importers
in Nigeria, Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria.
The event is expected to feature about 60 Indian
pharma companies. Visitors to the exhibition will be able to explore
pharmaceutical formulations, APIs, pellets, nutraceuticals, veterinary drugs,
medical devices and other healthcare products. About 1,500 to 2,000 local
pharma companies, pharmacists, doctors, regulators, investors and policymakers
are expected to attend and interact with exhibitors and themselves.
“We are happy with the level of cooperation from
Nigerian government and relevant agencies since the maiden edition of this
exhibition, it has not only improved the relationship between both countries
but also enable a lot of pharmaceutical and other healthcare companies to grow
have direct access to top and government recognized pharma companies from
India.” Says Mr. Udaya Bhaskar, Director General, Pharmexcil.
The import of drugs and pharmaceuticals from India
play an important role in drug distribution chain in Nigeria. The presence and
interaction with the iPHEX Africa member companies during the event would help
exporters to better understand the requirements of NAFDAC and the Nigeria
pharma industry and ecosystem.
Pharmexcil is a Government of India set up Council
under aegis of Ministry of Commerce & Industry, for promotion of
Pharmaceutical trade in the international markets.
Trident Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, India in
collaboration with Global Health Project and Resources, Lagos are the managers
of the event.
