The document describes a situation where an Indian businessman's image and networking prospects were undermined due to a cultural clash. At a business event in Dubai, the man interrupted a conversation between an Emirati man, German, and Brit to introduce himself and hand out his business card. However, in Arab culture it is considered rude to interrupt or engage in direct sales pitches with strangers. The Emirati man subtly discarded the man's business card behind his back while maintaining a fake smile. The cultural faux pas damaged the Indian man's image without him realizing. The closing paragraphs discuss how being aware of cultural differences is important for successful international business.