Locals are conservative. Don’t wear tight and revealing clothes, especially if you’re a woman - arms, legs and head should be covered.
--Archana
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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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Do not show aggression. Speak politely and with calmness.
--Archana
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The Islamic holiday month of Ramadan is observed in Yemen. Respect religious and cultural customs and laws at this time.
--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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Non-Muslims can not enter mosques. Be careful not to offend anyone.
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During Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking may be illegal in public during the day. If you're not fasting, avoid these activities around people who are.
--Archana
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
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shake hands with the most senior person first, usually but not always the host.
--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
