Ccm- Saudi Arabia Sec-c

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SAUDI ARABIA

Location: Saudi Arabia is the largest state in Western Asia by land area,

constituting the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula, and the second-largest in

the Arab world. It is bordered by Jordan, Iraq , Kuwait, Qatar and the United

Arab Emirates , Oman and Yemen on the south.

Capital: Riyadh (largest city)

Government: Absolute monarchy

Currency:Saudi riyal (SAR)

Official Language :Arabic

GDP (Total) -$578.566 billion


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CULTURE

Saudi Arabia is one of the most conservativecountries in the world, so the role for women is thatof a conservative nature. Saudi women aren'tallowed to drive, and cannot leave the house

without their husband consent. Masculinity and Femininity

Saudi Arabia is also a more masculine culture,meaning gender roles are more strictly adhered toand men are expected to be dominant. Gender roles

are very clearly defined in Saudi Arabia and tend tobe adhered to. Women and men each have familyand societal functions that they routinely follow.


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Characteristics of a culture with

high masculinity

Women are weakly represented in business

and government.

Gender roles are well defined, men in

"female" occupations are subject tocontroversy.

Conflicts are resolved by fighting.


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MEETINGS AND GREETINGS

Men shake hands. Good friends may greet

each other with a handshake and a kiss on

each cheek.

Women generally hug and kiss close friends.

Men and women would not greet each other

in public from outside the family.

When Saudis greet each other they take theirtime and converse about general things.


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GIFT GIVING

Gifts are not the norm as in many othercountries.

If you are invited to a Saudi's house bring

something small as a thank you. Flowers do not make good gifts from a man,

although a woman could give them to herhostess.

Never give alcohol unless you are positive theypartake.

Gifts are not opened when received.


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Dining Etiquette

Saudis socialize primarily in restaurants andinternational hotels when entertaining expatriateswhom they do not know well. After some time youwill be invited to the home.

If you are invited to a Saudi's house:

You would usually remove your shoes. Dress conservatively.

Try to arrive at the invited time. Punctuality isappreciated but not crucial.

Show respect for the elders by greeting them first.

Accept the offer of Arabian coffee and dates even ifyou do not normally drink coffee.

If you are invited for a meal, understand that therewill be a great deal of socializing and small talkbefore the meal is served.


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Relationships & Communication

You will need a Saudi sponsor (wakeel) to enterthe country.

Saudis do not require as much personal space asmost western cultures. As such, they will stand

close to you while conversing and you may feel asif your personal space has been violated.

Saudis prefer to work with people they know andtrust and will spend a great deal of time on thegetting-to-know-you part of relationship building.

You must be patient. Since Saudis will most likely judge you on

appearances, dress and present yourself well.


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Business Meeting Etiquette

Appointments are necessary and should be made severalweeks to one month in advance if at all possible.

Try to schedule meetings in the morning.

You should arrive at meetings on time, although it is anaccepted custom to keep foreigners waiting.

It is not uncommon to have a meeting cancelled once youarrive.

Meetings are generally not private until after arelationship of trust has been developed. This means youmay expect frequent interruptions.

Business meetings start after prolonged inquiries abouthealth, family, etc. Never inquire about a Saudi's wife.


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Business Negotiating

Decisions are made slowly. Do not try to rush the process.

The society is extremely bureaucratic. Most decisions require severallayers of approval. It takes several visits to accomplish simple tasks.

Saudis are tough negotiators.

Business is hierarchical. Decisions are made by the highest-rankingperson.

Repeat your main points since it will be interpreted as meaning you aretelling the truth.

Decisions are easily overturned.

When discussing price, Saudis will often make an initial offer that isextremely low when they are buying. Conversely, when they areselling, their initial offer will be extremely high.

You may need to compromise on a point if someone's dignity is atstake.

There is a tendency to avoid giving bad news and to give effusiveacceptances, which may only mean 'perhaps'.


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Dress Etiquette

MEN:

Most Saudis wear long white thobes. You

would be expected to wear a suit.


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Dress Etiquette

WOMEN:

Business women should make certain that

their collarbones and knees are covered and

that their clothes are not form-fitting.


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Business Cards

Business cards are given to everyone you

meet, although it may be an idea to be

selective if you have few in your possession.

Have one side of your card translated intoArabic. Be sure to check the translation

carefully as there is often confusion with the

order of western names.


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FIVE UNIVERSITIES OF

SAUDI ARABIA

Salman bin abdlaziz university

King Saud University

Imam Muhammad bin Saud IslamicUniversity

Arab Open University

Prince Sultan University


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CONTRIBUTION IN INBUSH

1. Shweta Sharma

Coordinated with escorting team

Made efforts to invite Saudi Arabian ambassador.

2. Shefali Arora

Coordinated with escorting team

Made efforts to invite Saudi Arabian ambassador.

3. Prachi Agarwal Coordinated with escorting team

Tried for sponsorships


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LEARNINGS FROM INBUSH

Teamwork

Interaction with delegates

Handling tough situations in formal manner

Documents

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