Press Conference Announcing Proposed Acquisition of Shire

Takeda held a press conference on May 9, 2018 to announce its proposed acquisition of Shire plc. External Director and Chair of the Board Meeting Masahiro Sakane described Board engagement in acquisition decisions; External Director Emiko Higashi articulated their strategic rationale.

Masahiro Sakane
External Director, Chair of the Board Meeting

Remarks at the May 9, 2018 Press Conference 

Emiko Higashi
External Director

Remarks at the May 9, 2018 Press Conference