Scottish and Chinese health professionals have formed a pioneering new partnership. Commercial and educational ties between the two countries are expected to be strengthened through a collaboration between NHS Scotland, the University of Edinburgh, China's Ministry of Health and Chinese pharmaceutical firm Asiapharm.
The Scottish organisations will work on a training programme to support the next generation of pharmacists and hospital management executives in China, with the initiative being funded by investment from partners in the emerging economy.
Asiapharm, one of China's most innovative life sciences businesses, is an ideal partner for Scotland and this programme will be an invaluable platform for further collaboration with Chinese companies in this important area
Jack Perry
Chief Executive
Scottish Enterprise
Education Secretary Fiona Hyslop pointed out that Scotland has a "proud history" in medical research and is committed to strengthening its position as a global leader.
She also noted last year's pharmaceutical research deal between Asiapharm and an Oban-based marine biotechnology firm GlycoMar as an example of the constructive life science links which are being built between the two nations.
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Jack Perry, Chief Executive of Scottish Enterprise, added: "Asiapharm, one of China's most innovative life sciences businesses, is an ideal partner for Scotland and this programme will be an invaluable platform for further collaboration with Chinese companies in this important area.
Earlier this week, the Government launched the new Office for Life Sciences to support and promote investment in the UK's pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical technology sectors.
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