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Singapure, Uzbekistan - Coggle Diagram
Singapure
Greetings
Handshake plus a slight nod. Greetings vary by Chinese, Malay, and Indian backgrounds. Use titles and last names at first.."
Small talk (OK)
Food, travel, work, the city
Small talk (avoid)
Politics, race, religion, personal income
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Non-verbal
Indirect communication. Avoid pointing with a finger (use an open palm). Avoid public anger to protect "face.
Business cards
Two hands, read the card before putting it away
Uzbekistan
Greeting
Handshake (mostly between men), often with the left hand on the heart. Greet elders first. Ask about family and health. Say "Assalomu alaykum."
Small talk (OK)
Family, hospitality, food (plov), country and culture, health
Small talk (avoid)
Politics, criticism of religion, personal finances, sensitive Soviet-era history
Dining
Bread (non) is sacred, so never put it upside down or on the floor. Tea is served constantly. Refusing food is impolite. The guest of honor sits farthest from the door.
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