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Unexpected precious gifts………

Aramco invited eight domain experts for an international
conference. Grand hospitality was extended. I was specifically

requested to address R&D scientists separately.

Conference applauded my views on “Indian Outlook for Fuel

Quality” and hosted lunch in my honour, where being lone
vegetarian I could eat only curd-rice.

Special function organised to honour experts. Speakers
expecting valuable gifts since someone informed that gold-
studded items were given earlier. All were excited.

Each speaker was honourably gifted nicely packed heavy item,
which we later explored as compendium of Aramco history.

While checking out next morning could see hotel trash
overflowing with unexpected precious gifts…..

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