Joaquin Ramirez Rincon

Jorge San Roman

TAIWAN
 Taiwan
23.57 million people live in this Island.
Buddhism and Taoism
China claims it is a province of the People's Republic of China (PRC), whereas the
Tsai Ing-wen administration of Taiwan maintains that Taiwan is already an
independent country as the Republic of China (ROC) and thus does not have to
push for any sort of formal independence.
 GDP: 30,920 € en 2022

IDH: 0,926 (2022)

Currency: New Taiwaneses Dollars

GDP annual : 722,751 M€

In 2022 the GDP figure was €722,751 M, making

Taiwan the 21st economy in the Datamacro.com
ranking
Business Etiquete
Dress professionally: Business cards are very
A suit is always a important: Treat them with
safe choice for men, care. Present your card with
while women should both hands, Mandarin side
opt for conservative facing the recipient, while
attire like a skirt or giving a slight bow and
dress pants with a saying hello.
blouse. Avoid
anything too casual Receive cards with both
or revealing. hands: Take a moment to
look at the card and
Punctuality is decipher any titles or
expected: Be on time information. Don't put it
for meetings, and if away immediately; place it
you're running late, on the table or in a business
card holder.
Dinning and during th e
m eeting
Greet senior members first:
Always acknowledge those
in higher positions first, with
a handshake and a bow.
Maintain eye contact: This
shows respect and
attentiveness.
Let the senior-most person
speak first: Avoid
interrupting and be patient
with any pauses in
conversation.
Wait to be seated: The host
will typically indicate where
to sit.
The host will likely order:
Don't take charge unless
invited to do so.
Try a bit of everything: It's a
gesture of appreciation for
the meal.
 Mexican and Taiwan business etiquete

Similarities
Both cultures value respect for authority figures and senior colleagues. Titles are used
formally, and deference is shown.
Direct confrontation is generally avoided. Indirect communication and criticism are
preferred.
The host often leads the way. This includes seating arrangements and sometimes even
ordering food.
Guests should try a bit of everything served. It's a gesture of appreciation for the
hospitality.
Table manners are important. This includes avoiding behaviors like talking loudly or
using your phone at the table.
 Mexican and Taiwan business etiquete

Differences
Mexico: More direct and open communication style. While respect for hierarchy is important,
expressing ideas and opinions is encouraged.

Taiwan: More indirect and relationship-oriented communication. Focus on building trust and
consensus before making decisions. Criticism is often delivered subtly.

Mexico: Business culture can be slightly less formal than Taiwan. Building rapport and friendly
relationships is important.

Taiwan: Business culture is very formal. Strict adherence to titles and hierarchy is expected.
Mexico: Mexicans tend to be more expressive with their body language, using gestures and
physical contact more readily.
Taiwan: Taiwanese business culture is more reserved, and physical contact is generally less
common.
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