MENA REGION

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MENA region shows a mix of relatively wealthy but not-yet-saturated markets, and several underdeveloped markets which together formulate potential for pharmaceutical industry for long term growth. Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Jordan, U.A.E, Lebanon and Kuwait are some of the major markets in the Region

 The MENA region will remain one of the fastest growing regions in the world over the next few years, due to following items.

• Growing population.
• Fast growing economy, with tendency for liberalization.
• Significant government spending on infrastructure.
• Significant growth in private investment.
• Introduction of mass health insurance in both private &public sectors.
• Rise in chronic diseases..