A conversation about Europe’s competitiveness and health security with Steffen Saltofte, Zentiva

In this thought leadership interview, Steffen Saltofte, Chief Executive Officer at Zentiva and President of Medicines for Europe, reflects on the progress made since the Draghi report set out a roadmap for Europe to strengthen competitiveness, foster innovation, and build resilience. He shares his perspective on where Europe stands today, highlighting persistent challenges in innovation, sustainability, and health security.The discussion explores practical steps to modernise outdated frameworks, reduce regulatory fragmentation, and rebuild manufacturing capacity to ensure reliable access to affordable medicines. Saltofte emphasises the need for predictability, harmonisation, collaboration, and accountability to secure Europe’s healthcare future. Watch the full interview for insights into how Europe can maintain its competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global landscape.