The Hanoitimes - Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Parvathaneni Harish said that he enjoyed shopping at Tet markets in Hanoi where unique traditional handicrafts, ceramic and brass items from various provinces are sold and these are not available during the rest of the year. Indian president's Vietnam visit to open up opportunities for both countries: Ambassador Canada PM congratulates Vietnamese New Year A quieter Hanoi on the first day of Lunar New Year Could you please share some of your thoughts about this country and the Vietnamese people? I have been in Vietnam for nearly three years and what struck me as remarkable is the perseverance and determination of the Party, State and people of Vietnam in reducing poverty levels from over 70% in the 1990s to a single digit today. This is a remarkable achievement in any developing country context at global level and is worthy of praise and appreciation. Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Parvathaneni Harish This … [Read more...] about Indian Ambassador enjoys shopping during Lunar New Year