The European Commission has formally approved a new directive that will deepen its collaboration with the European Medicines Agency (EMA) on health technology assessments. This initiative falls under the previously approved Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Regulation and aims to create a more unified and efficient approach to evaluating new health technologies across the European Union.
The collaboration will involve joint assessments of health technologies, ensuring a more consistent and streamlined evaluation process. This is expected to reduce duplication of effort and provide clearer guidance for member states in their healthcare decision-making.
By working more closely together, the European Commission and EMA aim to enhance the quality and consistency of health technology assessments, ultimately benefiting patients and healthcare systems throughout Europe. The new directive marks a significant step towards a more integrated and harmonized approach to healthcare regulation within the EU.
