The South Korean government announced it will consider expanding the scope of telemedicine prescription drug delivery to include all patients. This proposal has triggered immediate pushback from political parties. The Democratic Party urged a cautious approach, stating that the system must be firmly established before any expansion. Meanwhile, the Progressive Party called for an abrupt halt to the discussion, labeling it a step toward medical privatization driven by platform companies. Spokesperson Hong Seong-kyu of the Progressive Party issued a written briefing on the 1st, demanding the government stop the sudden move toward a full-scale rollout of telemedicine drug delivery.
Regulatory UpdatesSep 13, 2026•3 min read
South Korean Government's Plan to Expand Telemedicine Drug Delivery Faces Political Opposition
The government is reviewing a proposal to extend telemedicine prescription drug delivery to all patients, prompting criticism from the Democratic and Progressive parties.
Compiled by the Pharmacountry team · Source: KPA News
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