An awareness of Arab culture and the business etiquette of the Middle East are essential to successful professional interactions in the UAE. An understanding of culturally appropriate business and personal behaviour could not only help avoid an embarrassing faux pas or, worse, giving unintended offence, but will also smooth businesses dealings. James Swallow of PRO Partner Group shares some pointers for your initial contact with local business people in the UAE.

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James Swallow

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Commercial Director at PRO Partner Group. Based in the UAE, we help companies start up in the Middle-East.

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