Nguyen Tan Dung is a Vietnamese politician who served as the Prime Minister of Vietnam from 2006 to 2016. He was a member of the Communist Party of Vietnam and played a significant role in the country's economic reforms, promoting market-oriented policies that contributed to Vietnam's rapid economic growth during his tenure. Born on April 17, 1949, in Mekong Delta, Dung began his political career in the 1960s. He held various positions within the government before becoming Prime Minister. His leadership focused on improving international relations and attracting foreign investment, which helped integrate Vietnam into the global economy.