Embassy of India celebrated the #ITEC Day 2019 at Da Nang City on 22 October 2019 to commemorate the India-Vietnam partnership under the Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme. Nearly a hundred participants attended the event, including several ITEC alumni in Vietnam. Ambassador Pranay Verma and Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Da Nang, Mr. Le Trung Chinh addressed the event. Ambassador invited Vietnamese professionals and students to join the new initiatives taken by the Government of India through programmes like e-ITEC and the Integrated PhD Fellowships in Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) for ASEAN students. Vice Chairman Chinh of Danang People’s Committee noted the important role played by ITEC in capacity building in Vietnam and called for continued promotion of the programme. Several ITEC alumni shared their experiences and fond memories while studying in India. A contemporary dance performance by a visiting Indian art troupe added a colourful finale to the event. #ITEC55 #ITECNetwork @MEAIndia #India #Vietnam
