Do not smoke inside a restaurant or any eateries as it is illegal.
--Bella
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Don't drink tap water
--Bella
20
Don't bribe any police officers even if they request it. It is illegal.
--Bella
10
Don't order beef when you are with Indian friends.
--Bella
10
Do not supply, possess, or use marijuana in Malaysia
--Bella
10
Don't pass objects over the top of someone's head
--Lucinda Kunning
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Don't conduct business meetings on Friday afternoon (as it coincides with Muslim Friday prayers)
--Bella
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Don't pose naked around or on top of Mount Kinabalu. This mountain is considered sacred by the locals.
--Lucinda Kunning
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Don't walk and eat at the same time.
--Lucinda Kunning
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Don't point with your forefinger. It is considered rude. Use your thumb.
--Lucinda Kunning
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When entering a government building (Including police stations):
males should wear covered shoes, long pants and a sleeved shirt
ladies should wear covered shoes, long pants/skirt (below the knees) and a sleeved shirt
--Bella
10
Do have some cash/coins ready as some public restrooms will request payment before entry. (e.g. LOT 10 Shopping Mall)
--Bella
10
Carry a packet of dry tissue wherever you go (especially in public restrooms)
--Bella
10
If you are eating with your hands, only use your right hand
--Bella
10
Go to 'open house' during cultural and religious festivals to enjoy the feast.
--Lucinda Kunning
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When it comes to paying the bill, the person who hosts the gathering usually pays on behalf of the guest. It is the guest's responsibility to check how much is their food share.
--Bella
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Eat with your right hand.
--Lucinda Kunning
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When handing your business card, hold it with both hands, with thumbs on the corner of the card, with the print facing the receiver.
--Bella
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When attending a cultural wedding, the guest should wear an outfit befitting of the cultural theme of the wedding. Otherwise, business casual is the next alternative.
--Bella
