Merck, a leading company in the fields of science, technology, and medicine, has opened a new regional office in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The office will serve as the regional hub for the Middle East and North Africa, and will support Merck’s growth strategy and innovation agenda in the region. Merck aims to align its operations with the Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to diversify the economy and improve the healthcare sector.
Merck has been operating in the Middle East and North Africa for over 60 years, and has established a strong presence and reputation in the region. Merck offers a wide range of products and services in the areas of healthcare, life science, and performance materials, and has contributed to the development of the scientific and medical fields in the region. Merck has also been involved in several social responsibility initiatives, such as supporting education, research, and women empowerment.
Merck’s vision for the region is to continue to provide innovative solutions that address the evolving needs and challenges of the customers and patients. Merck also aims to foster a culture of collaboration and partnership with the local stakeholders, such as the governments, regulators, academia, and industry. Merck believes that the region has a great potential for growth and innovation, and wants to be a part of its transformation and progress.
The Inauguration Ceremony and the Guests
The inauguration ceremony of the new regional office took place on March 3, 2024, and was attended by several Saudi officials and company representatives. Among the guests were the Minister of Investment, Khalid Al-Falih, the Governor of Riyadh, Faisal bin Bandar Al Saud, and the Managing Director of Merck Group Saudi Arabia, Yaser Alhagan.
The ceremony included speeches by the guests, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a tour of the office. The guests expressed their appreciation and support for Merck’s decision to move its regional office to Riyadh, and praised its achievements and contributions to the region. They also highlighted the importance of the cooperation and partnership between Merck and the Saudi government and institutions, and the opportunities and benefits that it will bring to both sides.
The Benefits and Opportunities of the New Office
The new regional office in Riyadh will enable Merck to enhance its operations and services in the region, and to leverage the advantages and opportunities that the Saudi market offers. The office will also help Merck to align its activities with the Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy, improve the healthcare sector, and promote innovation and digitalization.
Some of the benefits and opportunities that the new office will bring are:
- Increasing the access and availability of Merck’s products and services to the customers and patients in the region, especially in the areas of oncology, fertility, neurology, and diabetes.
- Strengthening the collaboration and communication with the local stakeholders, such as the regulators, healthcare providers, researchers, and industry partners, and ensuring the compliance and quality of Merck’s operations.
- Supporting the development and innovation of the scientific and medical fields in the region, by providing training, education, and research grants, and by participating in conferences, workshops, and exhibitions.
- Creating more jobs and opportunities for the local talent, especially for the young and female professionals, and by providing them with a stimulating and rewarding work environment.
