2. Brazil
Brasília is the capital city of Brazil.
Brazil is south of the United States, Its
Population is 194,946,470 and its
official language is Portuguese. Its
religion is mostly roman catholic.
3. Interesting Facts
Nearly 50 percent of the population is
under twenty years of age
The fact that a large number of people
suffer from AIDS. However, this fact has
been swept under the carpet. The
country is also home to many transsexuals.
4. Business appearance of
natives
• In business situations, men should wear
conservative dark suits, shirts and ties.
Three piece suits indicate executives; two
piece suits indicate office workers.
Women should wear feminine dresses,
suits and pantsuits and avoid "dressing like
a man."
5. Behavior in meetings
Never start into business discussions before
your host does. Business meetings
normally begin with casual 'chatting' first
Make appointments at least two weeks in
advance. Never try to make impromptu
calls at business or government offices
It is considered acceptable to interrupt
someone who is speaking.
6. Language and Business
Greeting
Language is one of the strongest elements of
Brazil's national unity. Portuguese is spoken by
nearly 100 percent of the population.
Men shake hands when greeting one
another, while maintaining steady eye contact.
Women generally kiss each other, starting with the
left and alternating cheeks.
Hugging and backslapping are common
greetings among Brazilian friends.
If a woman wishes to shake hands with a
man, she should extend her hand first.
7. Customs that are offensive in
that country
TheO. K. hand signal a rude gesture in
Brazil
Physical
contact is part of simple
communication. Touching arms, elbows
and backs is very common and
acceptable. Brazilians also stand
extremely close to one another. Do not
back away.
