# Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd. Recognized for Child Nutrition and Community Well-Being Initiative at Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards 2026

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- Published: 2026-07-09T09:00:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Morinaga Milk Industry Co., 
Ltd. has been recognized under the Social Empowerment category at the Asia Responsible
Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2026, organized by Enterprise Asia, with PR Newswire as
the Official News Release Distribution Partner. The recognition honors Morinaga 
Milk’s long-term commitment to improving child nutrition and community well-being
through its Vietnam sustainability initiative, "Smiles & Health for Children". The
recognition highlights Morinaga Milk’s integrated approach to ESG, combining nutrition
expertise with community-based development to support the physical and mental well-
being of children.

Guided by its corporate philosophy, "For Ever Brighter Smiles", Morinaga Milk implements
its Vietnam sustainability initiative, "Smiles & Health for Children" to promote
the sustainable development of children and long-term community well-being. Rooted
in Morinaga Milk’s expertise in nutrition, health, and food, the initiative addresses
both physical and mental aspects of children’s well-being. "Smiles" represents emotional
fulfillment and dignity, while "Health" signifies improved nutrition and overall
well-being. The program focuses on continuous nutritional support, capacity building
for parents and teachers, and strengthening community-based self-reliance through
school meal support, nutrition education, and infrastructure development.

"Smiles & Health for Children" is implemented in Vietnam as a government-approved
project in partnership with an international NGO, involving headquarters, local 
subsidiaries, and local teams. The program emphasizes practical, locally adapted
actions such as improving school meal environments, providing nutrition education,
and enhancing basic facilities, while aligning ESG with Morinaga Milk’s global business
strategy to create shared value.

As of May 2026, the program has reached 7 kindergartens and 1 elementary school,
benefiting approximately 900 children, 130 teachers and staff, and 800 parents. 
The initiative has also strengthened parental awareness and improved communication
between schools and families, supporting long-term behavioral change and community
self-reliance.

As the program enters the 4^(th) year in July 2026, it will further strengthen its
support through both infrastructure development and capacity-building efforts, as
well as a new peer-learning "study tour" initiative connecting teachers and communities.

This recognition reflects Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd.’s continued commitment
to advancing child nutrition and community well-being through a structured, impact-
driven ESG approach that delivers measurable improvements in health outcomes and
long-term social value.

**About Enterprise AsiaEnterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit
of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine toward sustainable
and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality.
Its two pillars of existence are investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship.
Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote
competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplifting the economic status of
people across Asia and ensuring a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future
generations. Please visit [https://www.enterpriseasia.org/](https://www.enterpriseasia.org/)
for more information.

**About Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA)The Asia Responsible Enterprise
Awards program recognizes and honors Asian businesses for championing sustainable
and responsible entrepreneurship in the categories of Green Leadership, Investment
in People, Health Promotion, Social Empowerment, Corporate Governance, Circular 
Economy Leadership, Corporate Sustainability Reporting, and Responsible Business
Leadership. For more information, visit [https://enterpriseasia.org/area/](https://enterpriseasia.org/area/).

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