Foreign partner — who he is, what it is important to know about the first meeting, how to build a relationship and other useful information

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Vietnam
Introduction

Vietnamese names usually have several parts. For example: Nguyen Thi Yen Thu. The family name comes first—in this case, Nguyen. Thi is a common middle name that typically indicates the person is female. Yen Thu is the given name, which can be one or two words. People are usually addressed by the last part of their given name—so, in this case, Thu.

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Nepal
Introduction

In Nepal, several naming traditions have developed over centuries of coexistence among people representing various religious sects, clans, and ethnic communities.

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WHO THIS PROJECT IS FOR

Entrepreneurs

For those who develop business contacts with foreign partners

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Students
and educators

For those interested in the topic of cross-cultural differences

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Personnel of organizations

For those involved in the development of cooperation programs with foreign countries

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How to make communication with a foreign partner effective? Cultural profiles of countries — in the public domain

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

During the greeting

In a number of cultures a firm Russian handshake is not accepted, for example, in India and Iraq. How should you greet your partner?

When contacting

It can be difficult to determine where on a business card is the first name and last name, and when it is possible to switch to "you".

Giving a business card

What language should the business card be in? What is important to remember when passing it on?

Starting conversation

What topics are considered dangerous? And what is the best way to engage in conversation?

Manners

Pauses in conversation, loud expressive speech, violent gesticulation? What is common in my partner's culture?

The answers to these and many other questions can be found on this site:

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Chile
Communication Specifics

At the beginning of your contacts with Chilean partners, it is important to follow proper protocol. Communication is generally reserved and formal. Use appropriate forms of address.

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Canada
Exchange of Business Cards

It's common to exchange business cards during the first meeting. This can happen at the start, at the end, or anytime during the conversation when a Canadian participant feels it might be useful to stay in touch with someone.

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