Vietjet chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao has been awarded the title of Labor Hero, one of Vietnam’s highest state honours.
The title is conferred on individuals who have demonstrated exceptional and sustained contributions to the country's national development.
Nguyen Thi Phuong is the founder of Vietjet, Vietnam’s first private airline, where she has played a key role in expanding access to air travel and accelerating the country’s integration with regional and global markets.
In a statement, Vietjet said the airline has enabled millions of first-time flyers, carried hundreds of millions of passengers, and strengthened connectivity for trade, tourism, investment, and cultural exchange.
“The past and the present come together as we move toward the future, connected by a shared will and belief in a prosperous Vietnam reaching out to the world,” said Nguyen Thi Phuong.
“This honour is a meaningful source of pride and encouragement for tens of thousands of dedicated employees across our organisations.”
In addition to her work in aviation, Nguyen Thi Phuong has also made enduring contributions over more than three decades in key sectors of the Vietnamese economy, including finance, banking, investment, and technology.
“Her leadership has consistently centred on innovation, effective application of technology and growth aligned with national interests, cultural values, and social responsibility,” Vietjet said.
“Her initiatives have created value for millions of customers, generated large-scale employment, delivered long-term returns for investors, and contributed meaningfully to community development.”