Đinh La Thăng is a Vietnamese politician known for his significant roles in the government. He served as the Minister of Transport from 2011 to 2016, where he was involved in major infrastructure projects, including the development of highways and urban transport systems in Vietnam. In 2016, Đinh La Thăng was appointed as the Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, furthering his influence in the country's political landscape. However, he faced legal challenges and was sentenced to prison in 2018 for his involvement in a corruption case related to the Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group.