Fortune magazine recently released its list of 2026 Most Powerful Women (MPW) in China. Dr Michelle Xia, founder, chairwoman, president and CEO of Akeso Inc, was named to the list in recognition of her forward-looking strategic vision and outstanding leadership, her breakthrough innovations in biopharmaceuticals, and her contributions to the industry and society.

Founded in 2012, Akeso is a leading biopharmaceutical company integrating the research, development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative biologic medicines that are first-in-class or best-in-class globally.