VCCI Vice President Nguyen Quang Vinh receives Heineken Vietnam’s delegation led by Managing Director Wietse Mutters

The meeting not only reaffirmed their strong partnership but also opened new opportunities for sustainable development and the advancement of the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Vietnam.

Mr. Nguyen Quang Vinh, Vice President of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), praised the effective collaboration between the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD- VCCI) and Heineken Vietnam. He acknowledged Heineken Vietnam’s significant contributions to realizing sustainable development, especially in advancing the circular economy in Vietnam.

Vinh emphasized that VBCSD-VCCI would continue to support local businesses in adopting the circular economy model. It also committed to working closely with government agencies to advocate for policies that create a more conducive environment for sustainable business practices.

VCCI Vice President Vinh urged Heineken Vietnam’s new Managing Director, Wietse Mutters, to enhance collaboration with VCCI and share expertise on sustainable development which would benefit the broader business community.

Mr. Wietse Mutters expressed gratitude for VCCI’s efforts in improving the business environment and appreciated VCCI and VBCSD’s support in driving sustainable development initiatives. According to him, this partnership not only helps Heineken thrive but also contributes to the overall growth of the FMCG sector in Vietnam.

In 2023, Heineken Vietnam created 3,355 direct jobs and over 172,000 indirect jobs across its supply chain, including 54,000 jobs related to the restaurant and hospitality sectors nationwide. These figures demonstrate Heineken’s commitment to economic growth and job creation in Vietnam.

Heineken Vietnam proposed reducing and extending the special consumption tax on alcoholic beverages to better align with Vietnam’s economic development and consumer income levels. Mr. Wietse Mutters suggested that tax adjustments should be coupled with responsible drinking campaigns, while ensuring fairness between alcoholic and beer products and encouraging the production and consumption of lower-alcohol beverages.

Heineken Vietnam reaffirmed its commitment to deepening its cooperation with VCCI to promote sustainable development initiatives that would not only benefit businesses but also support the broader community and contribute to Vietnam’s comprehensive and sustainable growth.