amoy
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Don"t be surprised.China minister gives cash 'tips' to Indian pilots
Two Indian air force pilots who flew the visiting Chinese defence minister from Mumbai to Delhi were given 100,000 rupees ($1,788; £1,124) as "tips".
The pilots were given envelopes containing the money by General Liang Guanglie who returned to China on Thursday after a four-day India visit.
Surprised by the "unusual gift", the pilots informed their superiors.
Officials said the money would be deposited in the government gift chest along with other official gifts.
Reports said Gen Liang was "pleased" with the way the pilots handled the flight in the stormy monsoon weather.
The rookie diplomats of china... .
Very undiplomatic Ofcourse!!!! Its COMMONSENSE to BEHAVE on International Missions.
When I visited some 3rd world countries did see their customs offcials openly ask for "tips".
Do not want to name them, but guess u"re aware of Indian customs practice as an Indian.
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