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Thai Culture / Etiquette

... Basic Etiquette How one sits, walks or otherwise interacts with others is based on the status of each person present. For example, it is considered offensive to sit on a chair with one’s legs crossed, especially in the presence of an elder. Clothing is oft ...

Myanmar (Burmese) Culture / Core Concepts

... Myanmar was formerly known as Burma. The changing of its name has been the subject of controversies and mixed incidences of adoption. In Australia, the demonym ‘Burmese’ remains the most widely understood point of reference used for referring to citizens o ...

Thai Culture / Core Concepts

... Respect Freedom Loyalty Merit Pride Compassion Harmony Sanuk Often referred to as ‘the Land of Smiles’, Thailand is renowned for the welcoming and warm disposition of its culture and people. Rice plantations and ornate temples are interspersed in and aroun ...

Iranian Culture / Other Considerations

... As the region of Iran was once called Persia, ‘Iranian’ is often assumed to be synonymous with ‘Persian’. The two can usually be used interchangeably. However, “Persian” specifically refers to the particular Persian ethnicity or Farsi language within Iran. ...

American Culture / References

... The primary author of this profile was Nina Evason (2016), with successive research and edits were made in 2021. The Religion section was authored by Chara Scroope (2019). Abrams, S. J. (2019). The American Dream Is Alive and Well. Retrieved from https://w ...

Fijian Culture / Core Concepts

... Generosity Friendliness Contentment Collectivism Privacy Inclusion Gratitude Fiji is a vibrant country consisting of over three hundred islands in the South Pacific Ocean. Its Melanesian culture is characterised by a tropical environment and relaxed ...

Italian Culture / Family

... The family (la famiglia) is the most important aspect of an Italian’s life. It provides emotional and economic support to the individual and often forms the basis of their social circles. Italian families, on average, have become smaller in size over the p ...

Iranian Culture / Communication

... Verbal Indirect Communication: Iranians tend to be quite indirect in their communication. They generally look towards non-verbal cues and speak figuratively to make a point. This has the purpose of avoiding embarrassment or offence and respecting the other ...

Nepalese Culture / Communication

... Verbal Indirect Communication: The Nepali communication style is generally indirect to avoid confrontation or offence. Conversations are usually long and drawn out, as people tend to speak in a roundabout way that reaches their point more delicately. This ...

Tongan Culture / Other Considerations

... A longstanding and highly cherished tradition in Tonga is mat weaving. It is common for women to get together to weave mats and have conversations. Mats are traditionally given during special occasions, such as births, weddings and funerals. Tongans also w ...

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