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Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE: MRK) today outlined its global strategy following the completion yesterday of Merck's merger with Schering-Plough Corporation. The new Merck, operating as MSD outside the United States and Canada, is a global health care leader aimed at providing innovative, distinctive products and services that save and improve lives, while satisfying customer needs and creating long-term shareholder value.
“Malaysia is an integral part of the company’s expanded global presence", said Mr Ewe Kheng Huat, Managing Director, MSD Malaysia. "Locally, we are working concertedly to drive a smooth integration and leverage on the synergy within the organizations. Our teams are well poised to ensure we can support our global directions and remain committed to the needs of the local market. The merger presents a great opportunity as it will add value to Merck’s passion to improving health care".
“This is an exciting time for our company as we advance our position as a strong, global health care leader that will make a substantial difference to patients around the world. Thanks to the talent and dedication of our scientists and employees, the company will offer an outstanding clinical development pipeline that will greatly increase our ability to deliver important new medicines to patients. We look forward to continuing to meet and exceed the needs of our customers by providing them with the high-quality products and service they have come to expect,” added Mr Ewe.
From the outset, Merck is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal and consumer health products. This portfolio is complemented by a robust pipeline with more than 15 promising late-stage candidates spanning critical therapeutic categories. Merck now has approximately 106,000 employees, and operations in more than 140 countries around the world, including emerging markets. The company expects to generate more than 50 percent of its revenue outside the United States.
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