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Frankie Bostic

Overview

Capital: Pnom Penh Religions:

Theravada Buddhist- 95% Other- 5%

Government: Multiparty liberal democracy under a

constitutional monarchy.

Greetings

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

Attire

Formal meetings Lightweight tropical suit

▪ Men and women Less formal meetings

Smart casual shirts & blouses

Business Cards

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

Introduction

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

Dining

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

Gift Giving

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

Conclusion

They are very respective of their elders.

Population of 13,607,069 people

Ethnic groups: 90% Khmer 5% Vietnamese 1% Chinese 4% Other

Resources

http://www.tomcoyner.com/cambodia_etiquette.htm

http://countrycodes.boomja.com/Cambodia-Business-Etiquette-4114.html