HCM CITY — MSD in Việt Nam, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, is proud to be ranked No. 49 on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Southeast Asia 2026 list.

The list, jointly published by Fortune and Great Place To Work, is based on confidential employee surveys involving more than 1.3 million employees across 10 Southeast Asian countries, including nearly 95,000 employees in Việt Nam. In this second edition of the list, 51 companies from Viet Nam were recognised, representing a diverse range of sectors across the economy.

For MSD Vietnam, this recognition is particularly meaningful as it coincides with the company’s 30th anniversary in the country.

Since establishing its representative office in 1996, MSD has continuously expanded its operations, strengthened partnerships with local stakeholders, and contributed to advancing human and animal health. Today, this three-decade journey is carried forward by nearly 450 employees united by a shared purpose, harnessing the power of cutting-edge science to create positive, sustainable impact on public health.

MSD Vietnam employees share the common goal of harnessing the power of leading-edge science to deliver positive, sustainable value for public health. — Photos courtesy of MSD in Việt Nam

Andreas Riedel, chairman cum managing director of MSD Vietnam, shared: “This recognition is a tremendous source of pride for everyone at MSD Vietnam, especially as we celebrate 30 years of being part of and contributing to Việt Nam’s healthcare journey. This award does not belong to any one individual or generation; it recognises everyone who has contributed, and continues to contribute, to building MSD into what it is today. 

I deeply appreciate the dedication, generosity and spirit of collaboration that our colleagues demonstrate every day, always standing alongside and supporting one another. These qualities are what make us strong as one team, united by a common purpose and committed to creating better outcomes for patients and communities. We are proud of how far we have come and even more inspired to continue building meaningful chapters together.”

Andreas Riedel, President and Managing Director of MSD Vietnam, shared his pride as the company was honored on the occasion of celebrating three decades of partnership with Việt Nam.

At MSD Vietnam, every employee is encouraged to realise their potential, is treated with respect and has opportunities to grow. The company is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, with women currently holding 71.5 per cent of management positions. 

MSD Vietnam’s efforts to build a strong workplace culture have been recognised over the years. The company was named one of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia for two consecutive years, in 2023 and 2024, received the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Award in 2024 and achieved Great Place To Work Certification in 2026.

At MSD, corporate culture is shaped not only by the values the company champions, but also by how people bring those values to life in their everyday work. A strong sense of unity is built on trust, collaboration and shared responsibility, bringing employees together around the common purpose of serving patients. This spirit also extends beyond the workplace through meaningful contributions to the community. 

For four consecutive years, MSD Vietnam employees have donated more than 500 units of blood, helping support patients in need of transfusions. Since 2024, the company has also contributed more than VNĐ800 million through VnExpress’s Hope Foundation, helping communities recover from the impacts of Typhoon Yagi in 2024 and other severe natural disasters in 2025.

MSD’s contributions to Việt Nam’s healthcare sector have also been recognised by the Ministry of Health. In 2022, the company received a Certificate of Merit from the Minister of Health for its significant contributions to cancer patients. 

In 2026, MSD was once again honoured with a Certificate of Merit for its contributions to communications activities under the “For a Vietnam Free from the Burdens of HPV” campaign. 

Being named among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For in Southeast Asia 2026 is more than a recognition of MSD Vietnam’s workplace. It is also an important milestone that inspires the company to continue building a connected and supportive organisation where every employee can realise their potential, grow together, and contribute to a shared purpose: creating positive and lasting value for patients, communities, and society. — VNS