2. “We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value, no matter what their country, religion or color is.”
26. Men should wear suits and ties for business meetings. women should wear business suits (not trousers) which leave as little flesh showing as possible. Skirts should be well below the knee and preferably ankle-length. It is also advisable for women to carry a headscarf. DO NOT WEAR GREEN!!
27. The society and culture of Saudi Arabia has a uniqueness of its own which makes Saudi Arabia stand apart in the Muslim world.
33. Saudi Arabia is the home of the two most pious Muslim pilgrimages, Mecca and Medina.
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35. Saudi Arabian men and women have a preference for traditional clothes over Western styles of dress. Jewellery is not only a means of decorating oneself but also as a symbol of social and economic status. Folk music is very popular among people. Most of the dishes are non-vegetarian and very spicy.
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37. TRADITIONAL SPORTS The people of the Arabian Peninsula have enjoyed sports for thousands of years, including horse and camel racing, falconry and hunting with hounds
38. Local Games Al Saqlah Al Saqlah is a game for girls that is similar to jacks, using a hole in the ground and rocks or shells. Al Ghomaid Played by boys or girls, Al Ghomaid is a game in which a blindfolded child attempts to tag the other players who make noise to confuse the child while dodging. Once a player is tagged, she receives the blindfold and the game begins again.
40. Influence of Sports? Sports in Saudi Arabia as well as in India is treated as recreational activity Organizations also take part in sports and various factors like team building, team participation is imbibed in the employees.
41. Entertainment No nightlife Shopping Sightseeing – Abha mountains, Redsea Restaurants- aromatic coffee – separate family rooms No entertainment facilities such as cinemas or theatres Desert driving
47. After years of stymied efforts by King Abdullah, the reform focus in Saudi Arabia is centering on women’s rights.
48. The most recent and ambitious efforts is a national campaign, driven by local actors, calling for women’s participation in municipal elections scheduled for autumn 2011.
50. While women face a long road to achieve their full rights in Saudi Arabia, as long as the King continues to support moderate change and women rights activists remain active, gradual and sustainable reform can take place.
68. Business Culture Arab countries are positive place to do business for many of those nations are seeking modern technology and most have the financial ability to pay for quality service.
72. Address your Saudi Arabian counterparts with the appropriate titles Doctor, Shaikh (chief), Mohandas (engineer), and Ustadh (professor), followed by his or her first name.The word "bin" or "ibn" (son of) and “bint” (daughter of) may be present a number of times in a person’s name, asSaudi names are indicators of genealogy.
73. When entering a meeting, begin with a handshake. You should greet each of your Saudi counterparts individually, making your way around the room in an anti-clockwise direction.
74. BUSINESS CARDS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT INFORMATION ON IT SHOULD BE WRITTEN IN ENGLISH AND ARABIC.
75. It is uncommon for a Muslim man to shake hands with a woman therefore; it is advisable for business women to wait for a man to offer his hand first.
76. THEMORE YOU ASK QUESTIONS- THE LEAST YOU WOULD BE RESPECTED.