Herbal Medicines in East Asia and Australia – Challenges and Emerging Opportunities

April 24, 2025, 13:00 CEST (19:00 Taiwan Time, GMT+8)

Organizers: Hung-Rong Yen, Chuan-Teng Liu, and colleagues

The seminar will primarily address regulatory challenges in herbal medicine across Malaysia, Taiwan, and Australia.

“This e-Seminar will explore the regulatory frameworks, challenges, and future opportunities for herbal medicine in East Asia and Australia. Experts from Taiwan, Malaysia, and Australia will provide insights into current policies, quality control, and the integration of herbal medicine into mainstream healthcare systems. The discussion aims to highlight differences in regulation, potential areas for harmonization, and pathways for future collaboration in the field of herbal medicine research and development.”

Confirmed Speakers & Presentations

  1. Prof. Jon Wardle (Southern Cross University, Australia)
    • Integrating Herbal Medicine into Australian Healthcare – Challenges and Opportunities
  2. Dr. Tsai-Pei Hsieh (Section Chief, Department of Chinese Medicine and Pharmacy, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taiwan)
    • Regulatory Landscape of Herbal Medicines in Taiwan
  3. Dr. Seetha Ramasamy (Senior Principal Assistant Director, National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Division (NPRA), Ministry of Health, Malaysia)
    • Herbal Medicine Regulation and Challenges in Malaysia