Dong-A picked for Samchully Pharm takeover

Dong-A Pharmaceutical Co., the nation’s leading drug maker, has been picked as a preferred bidder for Samchully Pharm, according to market sources.

The sources also said Green Cross Corp. and Handok Pharm showed a great deal of interest in Samchully, indicating both of them were capable of creating positive synergy for their existing businesses in the global arena.

Both firms will consult...