Aboitiz Foods President and CEO Tristan Aboitiz led the Aboitiz Group delegation during a recent meeting with His Excellency, General Secretary and President Tô Lâm of Vietnam, held as part of the President’s state visit to the Philippines. The meeting highlighted the shared commitment of both countries to deepen cooperation across key sectors, including agriculture, trade, investment, food security, and supply chain resilience.
For Aboitiz Foods, these priorities are closely aligned with its long-standing presence in Vietnam and its continued investments in the country’s food and agriculture sector. During the meeting, he shared the company’s confidence in Vietnam as a key growth market for food and agribusiness, noting its strengths in agriculture, workforce capability, and regional supply chain connectivity.
Aboitiz Foods’ presence in Vietnam began in 2014, when Pilmico made its first international investment through the acquisition of Vinh Hoan 1 Feed JSC. Since then, Vietnam has become an important growth market for the company, serving as a platform for regional expansion and deeper participation in the animal nutrition value chain.
Most recently, Aboitiz Foods further strengthened its footprint through its US$45-million feed mill in Long An Province, which can produce up to 300,000 metric tons of livestock and animal nutrition feed annually. The investment reflects the company’s long-term commitment to supporting Vietnam’s food security, agricultural growth, and the development of a more resilient regional food value chain.
“We strongly believe that the economic relationship between Vietnam and the Philippines has significant untapped potential, especially in agriculture, food security, and sustainable development,” said Tristan Aboitiz, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aboitiz Foods. “We remain committed to supporting long-term cooperation, investment, and shared growth between our two countries.”
To read the full story on the wider Aboitiz Group delegation during the state visit of Vietnamese General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, visit Aboitiz.com.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Why was Aboitiz Foods part of the meeting with Vietnamese General Secretary and President Tô Lâm?
Aboitiz Foods joined the meeting as part of the wider Aboitiz Group delegation to highlight the company’s long-standing presence in Vietnam and its continued commitment to supporting cooperation in agriculture, food security, trade, and investment.
2. What is the significance of Vietnam to Aboitiz Foods?
Vietnam is an important growth market for Aboitiz Foods and has served as a platform for the company’s regional expansion. Since its first international investment in the country in 2014, Aboitiz Foods has continued to strengthen its role in Vietnam’s animal nutrition and agriculture sector.
3. When did Aboitiz Foods first invest in Vietnam?
Aboitiz Foods’ presence in Vietnam began in 2014, when Pilmico made its first international investment through the acquisition of Vinh Hoan 1 Feed JSC. This marked an important milestone in the company’s growth beyond the Philippines.
4. What is Aboitiz Foods’ latest investment in Vietnam?
Aboitiz Foods recently strengthened its footprint through its US$45-million feed mill in Long An Province. The 3.8-hectare facility began operations in 2024 and can produce up to 300,000 metric tons of livestock and animal nutrition feed annually.
5. How does Aboitiz Foods support food security in Vietnam?
Aboitiz Foods supports food security by investing in animal nutrition capabilities that help strengthen agriculture value chains. Through its feed operations, the company contributes to livestock productivity, customer growth, and the development of a more resilient regional food system.
