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Prashanth Rao

Chief Executive Officer, VINFAST

Prashanth Rao is listed as Chief Executive Officer, VINFAST. Prashanth spoke at Automechanika Dubai 2026 in November 2026 (panellist, “Panel - Balancing sustainability goals with commercial performance”).

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About

A globally experienced automotive executive with 21+ years across EV and ICE industries spanning the Middle East, India, Europe, Africa, and Asia Oceania. Recognized with multiple Nissan Global Chairman’s Awards and JD Power recognition, Prashanth Rao has led transformational growth initiatives across sales, aftersales, customer experience, dealer development, electrification, and business expansion. Currently serving as CEO of VinFast Middle East, he is spearheading the region’s EV market entry strategy, dealer network expansion, and operational transformation while driving sustainable mobility adoption across the Middle East. Career Journey CEO – VinFast Middle East (2026–Present) Leading regional operations and P&L; management while accelerating VinFast’s EV expansion and dealer network growth across the Middle East. Deputy CEO – VinFast India (2023–2025) Led EV business setup, charging infrastructure initiatives, localization programs, and dealer network development across Indi

Sessions at 1 conference

Automechanika Dubai 2026 10 November 2026 – 12 November 2026