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UAE is definetly the most desirable destination for foreigners in the Middle East . In Recent times, Dubai has witness a tremendous influx of global companies investing in them and international workers moving there to work. Although starting or investing in a business there is a good idea, however, being aware of their culture is very important. Doing business there might be difficult because of the corporate policies and standards. Their cultural norms are based under the Islamic law, also known as ( sharia law) affect everything from when and how business is conducted . In order to invest successfully within the UAE, for an investor interested in FDI opportunities in Dubai, one needs to understand these differences.
For example, the Islam religion is the official religion in the UAE, and it’s a big aspect of the way of life in Dubai. Understanding the Islam religion is the central to understanding the culture in and to conducting business in Dubai. Disrespecting Islam is a profound and punishable offense. Islam’s faith emphasizes things like generosity, modesty and respect. A person’s honor here is supreme, and their business discussions rarely result in a direct “no” accommodates the cultural desire to save face.
1.Less personal space than many other cultures, considered rude to step back
2.They place high value on civility
3. Men shake hands/ women don’t usually shake hands, when men want to greet women they normally place a hand over their own hearts when greeting women
4. Use for other’s first and last names when greeting each other, as well as any titles. Like I said earlier, about a person’s honor is paramount, their status is very important and most senior person in the group should always be greeted first
5. In order to show interest in each other and not just in business that would be conducted, one should ask about their respective family members two or three times. Asking about the family members it is also important to know not to ask about their health or the female family members
6. Muslims take pride in hospitality . always accept hospitality, again to preserve the honor of the host
7. Dubai citizens are minority, dress code isn’t as strict as you will think but also respectful of the culture of Dubai
8. impolite to cross one’s leg or to show the soles of one’s feet or shoes.
9. Islam prohibits alcohol and its illegal to have alcohol in dubai without a license. Bars and hotel are allowed to severe to visiting guest, however residents need a license to have a fixed amount. Drunkness in public, regardless of blood alcohol level=arrest. Friday prayers
10. Pda normally needs to the couple being arrested or fined
