When I meet a Vietnamese ambassador for the first time it is appropriate to give him a gift wrapped in colorful paper?

Question

I know that in Vietnam giving a gift wraped in colorful wrapping paper is a sign of respect in generally. But is it appropriate on business/networking meeting at the embassy?

Answer 1

No. This seems more a business call, not a social call.

Answer 2

i dont see why not

Answer 3

Why would you give him anything at all?

Answer 4

As you can see, no one around here knows, including me. But to my way of thinking, an embassy, though technically under the jurisdiction of a foreign country, should not be thought of as foreign territory for social purposes.