Nguyen, who was born in 1971 in the northern port city of Hai Phong, served as the Chairman of Quang Ninh provincial People's Committee from October 31, 2020 before being promoted to the new role.
He holds Bachelor's degree from Ha Noi National Economics University, Master's degree in Industrial Economics at the Ha Noi National Economics University, and Doctorate's degree in Development Economics at the Australian National University.
With the latest appointment, the Ministry of Construction comprises four Deputy Ministers namely Mr Le Quang Hung, Mr Nguyen Van Sinh, Mr Bui Hung Minh, and Mr Nguyen Tuong Van. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Nghi is the Minister of Construction./.