Feature | Pharmaceuticals
Published on: 20. October 2025

Strategic risks: China’s growing power over Europe’s pharmaceutical supply

Whether diabetes medication or antibiotics: Europe is dependent on China for certain active ingredients.

A large share of the medicines prescribed in Germany are linked to Asian supply chains – from antibiotics to diabetes medication. This is particularly tricky: Even where India dominates as a producer, the crucial preliminary products often come from China.

Julia Fiedler

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Last updated: 20. October 2025

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