5 key APAC food & beverage trends to watch in 2026
We take a look at five of the most crucial APAC food & beverage trends redefining the industry in 2026, from localisation and AI driven-growth to new innovation directions
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Vietnam to tighten dairy, alcohol rules to advance food safety goals
Vietnam plans to update dairy and alcohol regulations in line with ongoing national goals to improve local food safety compliance and public health
High sugary drink intake still prevalent in Chinese schoolkids
Over 80% of China’s schoolchildren are still choosing sweet drinks, sparking calls for tougher control measures
Back to RIG: How will new Nestle CEO’s growth plans impact APAC?
New Nestle CEO Philipp Navratil has reset Real Internal Growth (RIG) as his ‘most important’ priority moving forward – but just how will his plans for this impact APAC?
Carlsberg & Heineken: Beer business vital to Malaysia’s economy
Carlsberg and Heineken spotlight beer’s crucial role in Malaysia’s economy, highlighting its value to the food and beverage industry via a new economic study
Heineken on how F1 sponsorship is boosting zero-alcohol beer strategy
Heineken is leveraging its F1 sponsorship and Heineken 0.0 to promote moderation and reshape drinking habits among sports fans and global drinkers
Roku Gin boosts reach via mixology and localised appeal
Suntory’s Roku Gin is blending mixology expertise with localised appeal to strengthen its market presence across South East Asia
New Carabao beer marries affordability with low-alcohol appeal
Beverage giant Carabao has launched its new Pattaya Beach Beer, combining budget and refreshment with an eye to dominate new market segments
Asahi bets on alcohol-led growth in 2025 despite H1 profits decline
Asahi is confident that positive alcohol trends will drive profitability for it this year, and has revised its full-year profit forecast upwards despite a half-year dip
Playing to win: Tiger Beer’s experiential marketing to attract diverse drinkers
Tiger Beer has been emphasising experiential marketing to draw in consumers of all ages, such as its recent immersive campaign with MONOPOLY