Ivonescimab Receives NMPA Approval for 1L Treatment of PD-L1-Positive NSCLC, Based on Ph 3 Trial Demonstrating Superior Efficacy Over Keytruda

Dr. Xia Yu, Founder, Chairwoman, President, and CEO of Akeso, commented: “We are thrilled to announce the approval of ivonescimab as a first-line treatment for PD-L1-positive NSCLC, a major breakthrough in cancer immunotherapy. This milestone is a result of the dedication of investigators, participants, and patients, and we sincerely thank all of them. We also appreciate the regulatory authorities for their efficient and diligent review, which enables us to offer this new treatment to patients in China.
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