Comparison of General Cultural Differences
Asian countries vs. United States

ü Equity vs. Wealth
ü Resources
ü Group vs. Individual
ü Family ties
ü Workforce/society
ü Education
ü Protocol, rank, and status
ü Personal conflict
ü Personal service vs. Distrust of big government

JAPAN
Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Language and Communication
ü Dress and Appearance
ü Food and Eating Habits
ü Tips of Business Interaction
ü Rewards and Recognition
ü Relationships
ü Attitudes and Beliefs
ü Business Attitudes
ü Values and Standards

MALAYSIA
Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Cultural Concepts
ü Greeting and Gestures
ü Religion
ü Trust, Respect, and Leadership
ü Work Ethic
ü Politics and Power

AUSTRAILIA
ü Language and communication
ü Customs and Courtesies

PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
ü Negotiating in China
ü Business Courtesies
ü Guidelines for doing business in the PRC

INDIA
ü Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Social Customs

INDONESIA
Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Behavior Modes
ü Gestures and Greetings
Business Interactions

PHILIPPINES
Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Cultural Concepts
ü Nonverbal Communication
ü Religion
ü The Idea of Right and Wrong
ü Tips for Working With Filipinos

SOUTH KOREA
Cultural Characteristics of Business
ü Cultural Concepts
ü Religion
ü Etiquette
ü Business Attitudes

VIETNAM

Historical Overview
The People and Their Homeland
Customs and Courtesies
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