India's Glenmark Pharmaceuticals signed an exclusive licensing agreement with AbbVie for its drug candidate ISB 2001, receiving a $700 million upfront payment.
IGI's drug candidate has shown promise in treating patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, leading to a significant deal with AbbVie.
Glenmark/IGI is set to receive up to $1.225 billion in milestone payments and royalties, propelling Indian companies to focus on innovation and global standards.
The success story highlights the importance of deep research, global collaboration, and industry support in propelling Indian pharma into the global research arena.