Wholesale Myanmar - Culture Smart!

Myanmar, as Burma is now known, is situated between the world's 2 most populous nations—China and India—and its distinctive ancient culture shares some traditions with both countries. The Burmese people are by nature friendly and polite, traditionally easy-going and peaceable. Culture Smart! Myanmar provides much needed information about a country taking its first steps to becoming a player on the world stage. It offers invaluable insights into the inner life of the Burmese, their history, traditions, attitudes, and work ethic, and gives practical advice on what to expect and how to behave in different circumstances. While their hosts may be naturally polite and accommodating, foreign visitors will have to go through a steep learning curve to understand the dos and don'ts of Burmese social customs. This book serves as an essential guide for Western tourists and entrepreneurs who are interested in visiting or doing business in this beautiful, enigmatic, and resource-rich country.