Became a diplomat over love for India: Chinese envoy

PHAGWARA: China’s Ambassador to India Luo Zhaohui today said his “love for India” was the only reason for him becoming a diplomat.nnThe envoy along with a high-profile delegation visited the Lovely Professional University (LPU) campus near here.nn”I have a very long connection with India and my only reason for becoming a diplomat was my love for India. It is my second term as a diplomat in India and my wife has also studied her doctorate from India,” a statement by the varsity quoted the envoy as saying.nnThe Chinese ambassador’s wife Jiang Yili also accompanied him.nnLuo was welcomed by LPU Chancellor Ashok Mittal, it said.nnFruitful discussions to promote Indo-China educational collaborations were held during the visit, it said.nnExpressing glee over his maiden visit to Punjab, the Chinese envoy said, “In my first visit to Punjab, I am very happy to come to this educational institution. I am impressed with the mesmerizing infrastructure of LPU”.nnSource: Press Trust of India