When you are seating, crossing your legs is acceptable, provided you don’t direct the sole of your foot to an individual, which is the “go away” gesture.
--Archana
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Don’t show love affection and don’t touch opposite sex in public - it’s looked down upon.
--Archana
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Locals are conservative. Don’t wear tight and revealing clothes, especially if you’re a woman - arms, legs and head should be covered.
--Archana
20
The Islamic holiday month of Ramadan is observed in Yemen. Respect religious and cultural customs and laws at this time.
--Archana
10
Don’t photograph military installations and military personnel - it’s forbidden.
--Archana
10
Do not show aggression. Speak politely and with calmness.
--Archana
10
Intelligent argument is admired and welcome, but only when it is courteous and reasoned. So do not just raise your voice if you got no point to talk about.
--Archana
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You should not take or give anything with the left hand
--Archana
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Same-sex relations are illegal. Penalties for acts of sodomy range from jail to death.
--Archana
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Wear a headscarf and cover your arms and legs if you're a woman. Don't wear shorts or unbuttoned shirts if you're a man.
--Archana
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Don’t forget to shake hands when greeting. Always wait for the woman to extend her hand (if at all).
--Archana
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The use of first names denotes more familiarity than in the west and there is no real equivalent to Mr. or Ms. The noble title “Sayyed” refers to a Hashemite (an Arab claiming descent from Hashim, the great-grandfather of Muhammad), and should always be used before the first name.
--Archana
10
shake hands with the most senior person first, usually but not always the host.
--Archana
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Maintaining eye contact is an important way of showing attentiveness in Yemen.
--Archana
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Maintaining eye contact is an important way of showing attentiveness in Yemen.
--Archana
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Don’t back away from Yemenis when they stand close to you or touch your arm or clothing during discussions.
--Archana
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Single parents or adults travelling alone with children may need documentation.
--Archana
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There are strict Islamic codes of dress and behaviour. Any disrespect for Islam will cause offence.
So just follow the rule...
--Archana
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The host typically sets the subject of conversation, and normally begin with general small talk.so.if you are hosting the dinner try to get a topic while starting with how are you ? How was your day?.....
--Archana
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"Yemenis are very shrewd in business, so the details of any agreement should be detailed meticulously. "
--Archana
