February 27, 2007

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Novartis (Bangladesh Limited Celebrates 10 Years of Success and Achievements

Dhaka, February 27, 2007 - 900 Associates of Novartis (Bangladesh) Limited, across all functions and Divisions, united in one language and value and feel as ‘one company,’ irrespective of function and Division to celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary on 27th February, 2007. 

The Event was a day long affair in 12 different venues from every corner of the country where almost 3000 people (Associates and families) celebrated the day. The celebration were divided in two parts – the first part was focused on past glory and future directives. And the second part was focused on strengthening connection, giving each and every member of the company and their family a sense of belonging.

Novartis Day was designed around the theme of “Caring and Curing” to reaffirm the Novartis brand, strengthening Associates’ sense of belonging and pride towards the company, to enhance the perception of heritage, to further promote our values and aspirations and to celebrate our first decade as Novartis and give messages based on which the Associates can build their and the company’s future.  

The Country President, Mr. Ashfaque ur Rahman, in his speech emphasized on our reputation and said,

Associates dressed in Novartis t-shirts, congregated at the various picturesque locations in 12 different venues. We had a message from  Dr. Daniel Vasella, a video message from our previous country head  Mr. Doege followed by a future looking speech by the Country President, Mr. Ashfaque ur Rahman. We also truly honored our roots by having among us the ex Associates ranging from 25- 30 years to 10 years of service. The main idea was to understand the foundation of our unity and strength and to credit those who helped build it.

Following this the newer members cut an enormous 50 pounds cake shaped in the likes of our 10 year logo, and along with this cake Associates were presented with souvenirs. The rest of the day was celebrated with fun and games, distributing Novartis colored balloons. Our theme song penned down, composed and sung by our Associates was played throughout the day. The day ended with a musical program by renowned Bangladeshi artists – Shubro Dev and Konok Chapa and Associates danced and sang to the popular tunes of the singers. At the end all went home happy, satisfied, with unified message and aspiration.

About Novartis  

Novartis is a world leader in offering medicines to protect health, treat diseases and improve well-being. Our goal is to discover, develop and successfully market innovative products to treat patients, ease suffering and enhance the quality of life. Novartis is the only company with leadership positions in both patented and generic pharmaceuticals (Sandoz). We are strengthening our medicine-based portfolio, which is focused on strategic growth platforms in innovation-driven pharmaceuticals, high quality and affordable generics (Sandoz), human vaccines and leading self-medication OTC brands. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Novartis Group companies employ more than 100,000 people and operate in over 140 countries around the world.

Novartis has manufacturing and marketing operations in Bangladesh since 1973 in areas of Research, Off Patent Branded Generic (Sandoz) and OTC Pharmaceuticals along with Animal Health.

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Novartis (Bangladesh) Limited Media Relations

Rasna Hasan

Head of Corporate Affairs and Communication

Novartis (Bangladesh) limited

House 50, Road 2A

Dhanmondi RA

Dhaka 1209

BANGLADESH

+880 2 8615302-8

 rasna.hasan@sandoz.com

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