Entrepreneur Nguyen Thi Nga, Chairwoman of BRG Group and Standing Vice Chairwoman of SeABank's Board of Directors, has been conferred the title of Labor Hero in the Renewal Period by General Secretary cum President To Lam. The award recognizes her outstanding achievements in labor, creativity and service to the country. In addition, BRG Group and SeABank have each received a First-class Labor Medal for their outstanding contributions to the state budget and socio-economic development.
The ceremony, held in Hanoi, was attended by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, who congratulated Nguyen Thi Nga, BRG Group and SeABank. He expressed his hope that they would continue advancing their vision, determination and pioneering spirit in developing and contributing to Vietnam's economic growth. In response, Nguyen Thi Nga affirmed: "We will transform these prestigious honors into concrete actions to expand international relations, promote sustainable development and create greater practical value for our country."
The recognition underscores the growing role of Vietnam's private sector in driving national prosperity. BRG Group, founded by Nguyen Thi Nga, is Vietnam's leading private multi-sector economic and services group. It provides high-quality products across key sectors, including real estate, golf, hospitality and tourism, retail, banking and finance, manufacturing and trading, and services. The group currently employs more than 22,000 people nationwide.
BRG Group partners with global leaders such as Hilton, Marriott International, IHG, Accor and Sumitomo Corporation to bring international governance and service standards to Vietnam. It also pioneers in the golf industry with 10 international-standard golf courses, collaborating with world-leading names such as Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus. Furthermore, BRG Group is dedicated to preserving and promoting Chu Dau Ceramics, a nearly 600-year Vietnamese ceramic tradition with artifacts displayed at 46 museums across 32 countries.
SeABank, one of the earliest-established joint stock commercial banks in Vietnam, has been ranked among the best banks by the State Bank of Vietnam and among the Top 10 most reputable private JSC banks in Vietnam for many consecutive years. It currently serves more than 4.2 million customers and holds a Ba3 credit rating with a Positive outlook from Moody's. To promote green finance and financial inclusion while supporting SMEs and women-owned businesses, SeABank has mobilized nearly US$1.1 billion in funding from international financial institutions, including IFC, DFC, AIIB, ADB and others. More information about SeABank is available at https://seabank.com.vn/.
The awards highlight the significant impact of BRG Group and SeABank on Vietnam's economy. Their contributions to the state budget and socio-economic development have been substantial, and the recognition serves as a testament to their commitment to excellence and innovation. As Vietnam continues to integrate into the global economy, the achievements of these entities and their leader, Nguyen Thi Nga, set a benchmark for private sector engagement in national development. The honors also reflect the government's acknowledgment of the private sector's role in fostering sustainable growth and international cooperation.
