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UAE
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Middle East ยท 10M ยท Arabic, English
Cultural Dimensions
DirectCommunicationIndirect
DirectFeedbackIndirect
EgalitarianAuthorityHierarchical
ConsensualDecisionsTop-down
Task-basedTrustRelationship
OpenConfrontationAvoidant
FlexibleTimeLinear
PrinciplesArgumentsPractical
Key Cultural Features
- โUltra-modern business environment with traditional Arab values
- โWasta (connections) and personal networks drive business
- โRespect for hierarchy and seniority is paramount
- โMassive expat population โ multicultural business environment
- โIslamic customs shape business schedule (prayer times, Ramadan)
- โVision-driven economy โ innovation and ambition are valued
โ Business Tips
- โขGreet with 'As-salaam alaikum' โ it shows cultural respect
- โขAccept Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates when offered
- โขBe patient โ building trust comes before business deals
- โขDress conservatively and professionally in all business settings
- โขBusiness cards should ideally have Arabic on one side
- โขFriday-Saturday is the weekend โ schedule accordingly
โ Things to Avoid
- โขDon't use your left hand for greetings or eating
- โขAvoid discussing politics, religion, or the royal families
- โขDon't schedule important meetings during Ramadan fasting hours
- โขNever show impatience โ it's seen as disrespectful
- โขDon't refuse hospitality โ declining food or drink is rude
Hofstede Dimensions
90
PDI
Power Distance
25
IDV
Individualism
50
MAS
Masculinity
80
UAI
Uncertainty Avoidance
36
LTO
Long-Term Orientation
52
IVR
Indulgence
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