Table of Contents

Brief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends

About the Author

Graham Saunders has a Ph.D in East Asian studies from the University of Hull, England. An Australian by birth, he spent twenty-eight years teaching in East Malaysia and Brunei, and has made numerous visits to the countries of the region, including Indonesia. He then taught in Cyprus for five years before he and his wife, Anne, settled in England near York. After some part-time university lecturing he retired to run a business specializing in books on Southeast Asia. He is the author of a number of books and articles on the history of Borneo and Southeast Asia.

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' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel,
' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer,
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' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York Times