Dr. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, founder of VietJet awarded the title of Labor Hero at the 11th NPEC in Hanoi

Dr. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao has just been honored with the prestigious title of Labor Hero at the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress in Hanoi (December 27, 2025). This recognition highlights her extraordinary contributions as a pioneering entrepreneur in Vietnam’s renewal period.

Aviation Leadership:
Founder of Vietjet, Vietnam’s first private airline, which democratized air travel and connected millions of passengers across continents. Vietjet has become a symbol of Vietnam’s global integration.

Economic Impact:
Over three decades, she has influenced aviation, finance, banking, investment, and technology—creating jobs, boosting investor confidence, and driving growth.

Technological Innovation:
Spearheaded digital transformation in aviation, introduced biometric check-in, and helped rescue the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange system during a crisis.

Global Integration:
Signed large-scale cooperation agreements with international corporations, strengthening Vietnam’s role in global trade and investment.

Humanitarian Mission:
Advocated for women, children, and vulnerable groups through welfare programs, scholarships, and education initiatives. She often refers to women as “silent warriors” in building a prosperous economy.

Patriotic Spirit:
Inspired by President Ho Chi Minh’s vision of patriotic emulation, she has embedded national values into her enterprises, fostering resilience and collective progress.

Symbolism of the Award
The Labor Hero title is not just a personal honor—it represents:
- Vietnam’s aspiration for global integration.
- The resilience and creativity of its entrepreneurs.
- A commitment to building a strong, humane, and inclusive economy.

Her emotional words at the ceremony captured the essence of this recognition:
> “At this moment, the past and the present are holding hands as they step into the future… All are connected by a common current: willpower and faith in a prosperous Vietnam reaching out to the world.”