Frankie Bostic

 Capital: Pnom Penh  Religions:  Theravada Buddhist- 95%  Other- 5%  Government:  Multiparty liberal democracy under a constitutional monarchy.

 Tradition is bowing with hands brought together  At chest, similar to bringing together for prayer  To show greater respect, bow lower  Have adopted to western practices  shaking hands

 Formal meetings  Lightweight tropical suit ▪Men and women  Less formal meetings  Smart casual shirts & blouses

 Should be exchanged right after initial introduction  Use right or both hands to exchange cards  Treat card with respect  How you handle the card indicates how you will treat the person

 Depends on relationship, hierarchy & age  Oldest or highest rank first  People are addressed with honorific title  “Lok” for man & “Lok Srey” for woman  Honorific title is followed by first name  Sometimes first and surname ▪Ex: Lok Srey Frankie Bostic

 Wait to be told where to sit  So you don’t mess up hierarchical arrangements  Oldest person is usually seated first  Oldest person should start eating first  Don’t start eating until eldest has began  Never discuss business in such social settings

 English books, language tapes & magazines are greatly appreciated by business people looking to improve their English  Green & red are most suitable wrapping colors  Do not use white paper ▪ Considered unlucky

 They are very respective of their elders.  Population of 13,607,069 people  Ethnic groups:  90% Khmer  5% Vietnamese  1% Chinese  4% Other

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