Policies & positions

We always aspire to be open and transparent to earn the trust and confidence of our stakeholders.

We work to achieve our business objectives responsibly for all

We support policies that promote the interests of patients, improve public health and promote access to medicines and innovations.

Public policy areas

We develop policy positions, adopt industry-leading standards, communicate openly and seek those who share our mission.

Access and affordability

Access and affordability

Access and affordability

We work to save and improve lives around the world by inventing breakthrough medicines and vaccines – and ensuring they are available and affordable to patients who need them.

Innovation

Innovation

Innovation

Innovation is the heart of our company. That’s why we support policies that promote research & development investments and put patient needs first.

Public health

Public health

Public health

We take a firm stand on many public health issues confronting people and society today, including climate change, antimicrobial resistance and using water more efficiently, to name just a few.

Transparency & responsible behavior

Transparency & responsible behavior

Transparency & responsible behavior

We proactively address many legal and regulatory issues in our industry, such as clinical trial ethics, human rights and direct-to-consumer advertising.

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Submission to the New Zealand Parliament on the Therapeutic Products Bill

Submission to the New Zealand Parliament on the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Bill

Transparency disclosures

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Transfers of value to New Zealand healthcare professionals

At MSD we support the disclosure of transfers of value which aims to promote public confidence and trust on interactions between the healthcare industry and healthcare professionals.

 

Learn more about transfers of value to New Zealand HCPs

NZ-NON-00194 Last Updated June 2025