Greig Craft, AIP Foundation President, Receives Vietnam's Prestigious Friendship Medal
27/07/2011
Mr. Greig Craft, President of the AIP Foundation, was awarded Vietnam's highest civilian honor - the Prestigious Friendship Medal - for his philanthropic work and contributions to improving road safety in Vietnam. Authorized by the President of Vietnam, the medal was given by Minister of Transportation Ho Nghia Dung at a ceremony in Hanoi. Craft was also awarded the Ministry of Transportation medal for his contributions and a Certificate of Merit.
"Established in June 1960 the Friendship Medal is Vietnam's highest award given to foreigners. It is presented to those who have aided Vietnam in defending or building our country" said Minister Ho Nghia Dung. He thanked Greig Craft "for your outstanding contributions to road safety initiatives in Vietnam". He added, "Your innovations in the development and design of a tropical motorbike helmet have already saved many lives".
His initiatives have resulted in two Prince Michael International Road Safety Award; a commendation from US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and the first Road Safety Award from FIM (International Federation of Motorcyclists).
