As part of the high-level visit to Denmark by Parrty General Secretary and State President To Lam, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Truong Thanh Hoai held meetings with leaders of the LEGO Group and Carlsberg Group on October 20 to discuss their investment and business operations in Viet Nam and promote cooperation in industry, renewable energy, green transition, and sustainable development.  

LEGO encouraged to expand its operations in Viet Nam

During the meeting with the LEGO Group, the company’s representatives thanked the Ministry of Industry and Trade and relevant Vietnamese authorities for their support of its investment and manufacturing activities. They reaffirmed LEGO’s long-term commitment to Viet Nam, emphasizing green manufacturing, the application of advanced technologies, and the use of renewable energy to reduce emissions and advance sustainable development goals.

The two sides discussed plans to develop green manufacturing, improve energy efficiency, and increase the use of renewable energy in production. LEGO expressed its hope for continued support from Vietnamese authorities as it implements its investment plans and advances its sustainable development strategy.

Deputy Minister Truong Thanh Hoai recognized LEGO’s efforts to develop a modern, environmentally friendly manufacturing facility in Viet Nam, particularly its focus on renewable energy and emissions reduction. He said this approach aligns with Viet Nam’s policies on green industrial development, energy transition, and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Regarding the company’s proposals, the Deputy Minister said the Ministry of Industry and Trade stands ready to coordinate with relevant authorities to provide guidance and support for LEGO’s investment and manufacturing activities in accordance with Vietnamese law.

He expressed his hope that LEGO would continue expanding its operations in Viet Nam and strengthen cooperation with domestic businesses, helping develop supply chains and enhance industrial production capacity in a greener and more sustainable direction.

Carlsberg seeks to strengthen cooperation with Vietnamese partners

During the meeting with Carlsberg Group, the two sides discussed the company’s investment and business operations in Viet Nam, its partnerships with domestic businesses, and its development plans for the coming years.

Carlsberg representatives praised the Vietnamese government and the Ministry of Industry and Trade for their support of foreign investors, affirming that Viet Nam is an important market in the group’s long-term development strategy.

Carlsberg expressed its desire to strengthen cooperation with Vietnamese partners, improve operational efficiency, promote innovation, apply advanced technologies, and implement green manufacturing and circular economy solutions while using energy and resources more efficiently.

Deputy Minister Truong Thanh Hoai recognized Carlsberg’s presence and contributions to investment and manufacturing development in Viet Nam, as well as the group’s role in promoting economic, trade, and investment ties between the two countries.

He welcomed Carlsberg’s commitment to long-term investment, particularly its plans to pursue technological innovation, improve resource and energy efficiency, and develop more sustainable manufacturing operations.

Addressing the group’s cooperation proposals, the Deputy Minister affirmed that the Ministry of Industry and Trade remains committed to supporting the business community, including Danish investors, in fostering a favorable, transparent, and stable investment and business environment.

The ministry stands ready to maintain dialogue and coordinate with relevant authorities to review and address business proposals and concerns within its jurisdiction and in accordance with Vietnamese law.

The Deputy Minister expressed his hope that Carlsberg would continue leveraging its expertise in technology, management, and sustainable development while strengthening cooperation with Vietnamese partners. Such efforts would help improve competitiveness, promote industrial development, and deepen business links between the two countries.