Dr. Nguyen Van Nguyen
Senior Advisor - Vietnam and Lao PDR, Rare Earth and Critical Minerals | Member, USVN Advisory Board

Overview

Dr. Nguyen Van Nguyen is a geologist and former senior public‑sector leader with nearly 40 years of experience in geology, mineral exploration, and mineral resources governance in Vietnam. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology, a Master of Science in Geological Sciences, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Geological Exploration from the Hanoi University of Mining and Geology, Ministry of Education and Training.

Professional Background & Leadership

  • Government Leadership:

    • Served as Deputy Director General of the Vietnam Administration of Geology and Minerals (2016–2022).

    • Served as Deputy Director of the Vietnam Geological Administration (2023–2024).

    • Directed national geological surveys, mineral exploration, and resource assessment programs; instrumental in shaping national strategy and policy for the minerals sector.

  • International Geological Cooperation:

    • Spent over two decades at INTERGEO (Vietnam’s International Geological Cooperation Federation), rising through the ranks from exploration engineer to Director General (2011–2015).

  • Honors & Awards:

    • Awarded the Third‑Class Labour Order by the President of Vietnam (2020).

    • Received the Prime Minister’s Certificate of Merit (2014).

Role on the USVN Advisory Board

On the USVN Advisory Board, Dr. Nguyen advises on rare earth and critical minerals opportunities in Vietnam and Lao PDR. His core areas of expertise cover:

  • Technical evaluation of mining opportunities.

  • Deposit geology and resource assessment.

  • Vietnam’s mineral licensing and regulatory framework.

  • Identifying mining, refining, and offtake opportunities.