As part of the high-level visit to the Kingdom of Denmark by General Secretary and President To Lam, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Truong Thanh Hoai held meetings with executives of the LEGO Group and Carlsberg Group on 20 October 2026. The meetings focused on the companies’ investment and business operations in Vietnam, as well as opportunities to strengthen cooperation in industry, renewable energy, green transition and sustainable development.
Encouraging LEGO to Further Expand Its Operations in Vietnam
During the meeting with the LEGO Group, company representatives expressed appreciation for the attention and support provided by Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade and relevant authorities for its investment and manufacturing activities. LEGO reaffirmed its long-term investment commitment to Vietnam, emphasizing green manufacturing, the application of advanced technologies and the use of renewable energy to reduce emissions and achieve its sustainability objectives.
The two sides exchanged views on green manufacturing development, energy efficiency improvements and increased adoption of renewable energy solutions in production operations. LEGO representatives expressed their hope for continued support from Vietnamese authorities in implementing investment activities and advancing the Group’s sustainability strategy.
Deputy Minister Truong Thanh Hoai acknowledged and highly appreciated LEGO’s efforts to develop modern, environmentally friendly manufacturing facilities in Vietnam, particularly its commitment to renewable energy use and emissions reduction. He emphasized that this approach was consistent with Vietnam’s policies on green industrial development, energy transition and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Regarding LEGO’s proposals, the Deputy Minister affirmed that the Ministry of Industry and Trade stood ready to coordinate with relevant authorities to provide guidance and support for the company’s investment and manufacturing activities in accordance with Vietnamese law. He expressed his hope that LEGO would continue expanding its operations in Vietnam and strengthening cooperation with domestic enterprises, thereby contributing to supply chain development and enhancing Vietnam’s industrial manufacturing capabilities in a green and sustainable manner.
Carlsberg Seeks to Strengthen Cooperation with Vietnamese Partners
During the meeting with Carlsberg Group, the two sides discussed the Group’s investment and business operations in Vietnam, its partnerships with domestic enterprises and its future development orientations.
Carlsberg representatives highly appreciated the attention and support provided by the Government of Vietnam and the Ministry of Industry and Trade to foreign investors, reaffirming that Vietnam remained an important market in the Group’s long-term development strategy.
Carlsberg expressed its intention to further strengthen cooperation with Vietnamese partners, enhance operational efficiency, promote innovation, adopt advanced technologies and implement green manufacturing and circular economy solutions, alongside more efficient and sustainable energy use.
Deputy Minister Truong Thanh Hoai highly valued Carlsberg’s presence and contributions to investment and manufacturing development in Vietnam, as well as its role in promoting economic, trade and investment cooperation between the two countries. He welcomed Carlsberg’s commitment to continued long-term investment, particularly in technological innovation, improved resource and energy efficiency, and sustainable manufacturing.
In discussing the Group’s cooperation priorities and proposals, the Deputy Minister reaffirmed that the Ministry of Industry and Trade remained committed to supporting the business community, including Danish investors, and fostering a favourable, transparent and stable investment and business environment. The Ministry stood ready to maintain dialogue and coordinate with relevant authorities to review, consider and address business recommendations within its mandate and in accordance with Vietnamese law.
The Deputy Minister expressed his hope that Carlsberg would continue leveraging its strengths and 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 linkages between the two countries.