Discussing countermeasures with medical devices and cosmetics companies and associations related to mutual tariff measures by the US government.

On April 9, 2025, the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) hosted a meeting with medical device and cosmetics companies and associations to discuss countermeasures related to the US government's mutual tariff measures. The meeting aimed to minimize the impact on the biopharmaceutical industry due to the US government's tariff measures, with the MOHW stating its efforts to collaborate with relevant ministries and actively participate in international trade negotiations.