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How drug prices are negotiated in Switzerland and beyond

Switzerland's pharmaceutical sector supplies drugs worldwide, but not all countries receive them with the same price tag. Here's why.

The process of determining the value of a new drug is long, partly confidential, and many factors play an important role. Governments, health insurers and other payers all have their say in finalising the list price the manufacturer announces.

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