Germany moves to protect healthcare firms from foreign takeover

The German government gave itself new powers on Wednesday to veto hostile foreign takeover bids for healthcare companies, a measure designed to ensure a continuous supply of essential products during the coronavirus crisis.

The regulation, approved during a cabinet meeting, will allow the government to block foreign takeovers of makers of vaccines, precursor chemicals, medicines, protective equipment, or medical machinery such as ventilators.

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