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publicFood and Drug Administration (FDA) · United States · Updated Jun 29, 2026

eMDR System Enhancements - Production Deployment

Urgency: High

Update electronic safety reporting systems and pharmacovigilance databases to implement new rules to ensure all submissions use GENC 3-letter country codes and include the required fields as of July 20, 2026.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicTherapeutics Goods Administration · Australia · Updated Jul 20, 2026

Updates on ISO 14155 and N=1 Therapeutics Discussed by TGA

Urgency: High

Investigators need to modify trial protocols and safety reporting mechanisms in line with the latest ISO 14155 updates to ensure compliance for upcoming high-risk clinical trials.

Inspection ReadinessICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · EU · Updated Jul 15, 2026

Reflection paper on particulars for safety signals for (traditional) herbal medicinal products

Urgency: High

Implement increased documentation and reporting processes for traditional herbal medicinal products. Ensure staff receive training on the complexities involved in signal management for these products.

Signal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Draft Guidance
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publicVeterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) · United Kingdom · Updated Jul 10, 2026

New digital service for MAHs to report safety data

Urgency: High

MAHs are encouraged to transition to the new digital service for all pharmacovigilance reporting and utilize the feedback function during the beta phase to improve the service.

ICSRSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Jul 1, 2026

Mandatory Registration for Medical Devices in Switzerland Starting 1 July 2026

Urgency: High

Manufacturers must implement processes for device registration in swissdamed before placing devices on the market, with immediate attention needed for vigilance-reportable incidents.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicHealth Sciences Authority (HSA) · Singapore · Updated Jul 1, 2026

Proposed Regulation for Complementary Health Products in Singapore

Urgency: High

Suppliers must implement new protocols for safety reporting and record-keeping as per the proposed framework.

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SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation
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publicMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency · United Kingdom · Updated Jul 3, 2026

Changes to Labels and Patient Information Leaflets - Self-Certification Process

Urgency: High

MAHs must categorize their proposed label and PIL updates, utilizing the self-certification route for those not requiring full assessment; submissions validated through this route will receive acceptance letters within 14 days.

LabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead, QPPV
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Jul 1, 2026

Change to Patient Information and Information for Healthcare Professionals Templates

Urgency: High

MAHs must ensure new medicinal product information texts use updated templates by 1 July 2026 and revise existing texts at the earliest opportunity if they include instructions for use.

LabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead, QPPV
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publicSaudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) · Saudi Arabia · Updated Jun 28, 2026

Regulations and Requirements for Conducting Clinical Trials on Drugs (Version 4.0)

Urgency: High

Ensure compliance with updated SUSAR reporting timelines (15 days), notify SFDA of Phase IV trials within 20 working days post-IRB approval, and prepare for the financial fee of 15,000 Saudi Riyals for clinical trial evaluations.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact3 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Regulation
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 15, 2026

IRIS Guide for Applicants - Updated Submission Requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs and sponsors must register for an EMA account and appropriate role to submit via the IRIS platform, as this is a new requirement for all IRIS submissions.

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SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Procedural Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 15, 2026

IRIS guide to registration and RPIs

Urgency: High

Organizations must establish an active EMA user account, ensure they have a valid EMA customer account number, and complete the SPOR/OMS registration process within five to ten working days if not previously registered.

Country ComplianceSignal ManagementRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Procedural Guidance
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Jun 15, 2026

SEND Format Requirement for New Authorisation Applications in Switzerland

Urgency: High

Ensure all relevant teams are prepared to transition to the mandatory SEND format for data submissions by the effective date of 15 June 2026.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
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publicFDA · United States · Updated Jun 12, 2026

FDA Study Data Technical Conformance Guide Update

Urgency: High

Review and update data submission practices to align with the new technical specifications; ensure compliance with FDA-supported data standards.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Technical Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 12, 2026

Introduction of Mandatory Annual Safety Report (ASR) Module in CTIS

Urgency: High

Clinical trial sponsors must update internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), conduct staff training on the functionality of the new ASR module, and utilize the CTIS training environment to ensure readiness for compliance with the new workflow.

ICSRCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jun 12, 2026

Product Management Service (PMS) public API beta release - Technical registration requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs and technical teams must review the revised API registration requirements and implement necessary system updates to comply by the established timelines.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Technical Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) · European Union · Updated Jul 20, 2026

CHMP Draft Agenda for Public Consultation on Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Disease Guidelines

Urgency: High

Sponsors and MAHs must review and align safety data collection and reporting protocols with the newly adopted guidelines while preparing for implementation of PRAC recommendations stemming from this meeting.

Signal ManagementICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Agenda
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publicSwissmedic · Switzerland · Updated Jul 17, 2026

Checklist for the Inspection of Medical Device Vigilance in Hospitals

Urgency: High

Healthcare facilities must utilize the new checklist during inspections to conduct gap analyses and ensure compliance with reporting requirements associated with their vigilance systems.

Inspection ReadinessRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Checklist
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · EU · Updated Jul 15, 2026

Updated eCTD v4.0 technical validation criteria

Urgency: High

All electronic PV submissions must undergo new validation checks in accordance with the updated criteria to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Technical Guidance
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publicTherapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) · Australia · Updated Jul 8, 2026

New e-Learning Modules for GCP Inspection Program by TGA

Urgency: High

Stakeholders are encouraged to utilize the provided e-learning modules to improve their inspection readiness and compliance with GCP standards in Australia.

Inspection ReadinessCountry ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jul 13, 2026

Post-authorisation safety studies (PASS): Update on Assessment Timelines and Submission Requirements

Urgency: High

MAHs must ensure draft protocols are placed correctly in the CTD and that submission planning considers the clarified assessment timelines, with RMP updates contingent upon PRAC endorsement.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Q&A
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publicFood and Drug Administration · United States · Updated Jul 13, 2026

Psychedelic Drugs: Considerations for Clinical Investigations

Urgency: High

Clinical safety and pharmacovigilance teams must implement new safety monitoring protocols and ensure adequate assessment of abuse potential as stipulated in the guidance.

Country ComplianceRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guideline
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publicMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) · United Kingdom · Updated Jun 29, 2026

Borderline products: medical devices and other products

Urgency: High

Organizations must update their adverse event reporting processes to align with the clarified classification of borderline products effective immediately.

Country ComplianceICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Guidance
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publicEuropean Medicines Agency · European Union · Updated Jun 29, 2026

Regulatory Changes in Pharmacovigilance Data Management Following EMA's ISG Meeting

Urgency: High

MAHs must align their workflows to accommodate the updated requirements for signal management and ICSR submissions as per the discussions in the ISG meeting.

Signal ManagementICSRRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Signal Management Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Consultation / Forum
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publicCentral Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) · India · Updated Jun 26, 2026

Submission of Post Approval Changes Applications of Registration Certificate and Import Licence of Human Vaccines and Anti-sera through SUGAM Portal

Urgency: High

MAHs must update their application submission procedures to utilize the SUGAM portal for all relevant post-approval changes from June 24, 2026.

Country ComplianceLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Circular
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publicDanish Medicines Agency · Denmark · Updated Jun 25, 2026

IB template for cell therapy products

Urgency: High

Utilize the IB template provided for cell therapy products in clinical trial applications, available under the 'Special Product Areas' section of the Danish Medicines Agency's website.

Inspection ReadinessRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact1 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, PV Quality Lead
verifiedRegulatory action: Template
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publicHealth Canada · Canada · Updated Jun 25, 2026

Addition of Donanemab, Islatravir, and Pegzilarginase to Prescription Drug List

Urgency: High

MAHs must implement safety monitoring protocols and ensure compliance with reporting obligations associated with the newly classified prescription drugs.

Country ComplianceLabelingRegulatory Intelligence Lead
SOP Impact2 SOPs
ConfidenceHigh
Relevant for: Regulatory Intelligence Lead, Labeling Lead, QPPV
verifiedRegulatory action: Notice
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