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India calls itself the “pharmacy of the world.”

Its cheap generic exports have undercut Western brands and made inroads in developing countries. Today, about one-fifth of the generic drugs consumed in the world come from India. In Africa, it’s half. While the global market promises better access to healthcare for the world’s poor, it also brings new risks.