A Novotech Client COVID-19 trial was just approved in under 9 days in South Korea.

The South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has announced "GO-expedite" program where they are expediting the review process for COVID-19 treatment and vaccine trials with specific timelines.

Other countries are also fast-tracking COVID-19 trial reviews including: -- India: review/approval in 10 working days -- Thailand: review/approval in 15 working days-- Malaysia: review/approval in 20 working days

Novotech Executive Director, Asia Operations, Dr. Yooni Kim said she was pleased to see such a rapid response in the region to support vital research.

"We are seeing an increase in demand from biotechnology sponsors for studies in the Asia-Pacific region because of the speed and quality available here. This expedited review process will further support the race for COVID-19 treatments."

For the latest updates on the Asia-Pacific clinical trial landscape see our Data Bulletins (updated weekly). View and download COVID-19 Data Bulletins here: https://novotech-cro.com/covid-19-notice

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