Representing our industry globally
The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) represents the innovative pharmaceutical industry at the international level and in official relations with the United Nations.
We work closely with all public health stakeholders in the UN system, including the World Health Organization, World Intellectual Property Organization, and the World Trade Organization. We also partner with governments, global health organizations, NGOs, civil society, patient groups, international hospital organizations, global foundations, and research and academic institutions.
Vision
Our vision is that scientific progress translates into the next generation of medicines and vaccines that deliver a healthier future for people everywhere.
Mission
We champion pharmaceutical innovation and drive policy that supports the research, development, and delivery of health technologies. We do this as a trusted partner, bringing our members’ expertise to create sustainable solutions that advance global health.
What we do
Championing pharmaceutical innovation
Pharmaceutical innovation relies on pushing the limits of scientific knowledge to advance the next generation of vaccinations, medicines, and diagnostics for the benefit of patients worldwide.
Almost three million employees work across our industry to discover, develop, and supply health technologies that transform the lives of people and communities across the globe.
We are focused on ensuring the right frameworks are in place so that our members can continue to discover, develop, and deliver new medicines and vaccines that can prevent, treat, and cure disease.
Driving sustainable access to medicines
Medicines and vaccines are central to solving many of the biggest health threats facing humanity.
We are committed to driving progress in initiatives and global policy that drive sustainable access to medicines and vaccines to help close the global health gap and strengthen health security.
While global in focus, we also partner with key stakeholders to improve access and affordability in low- and middle-income countries, particularly those in Africa.
A leader in ethics and business integrity
Together with our members from around the world, we make sure that ethics and business integrity underpin everything we do.
Our Ethos guides how we collaborate as a trusted and constructive partner, contributing our know-how and expertise to support innovation while accelerating progress toward global health goals.
