Oman'S Daily Customs And Etiquette And Business Etiquette And Etiquette

Oman has a population of 7 million 650 thousand, almost all of whom are Arabs.

They also retain the remnants of clan clan relations.

There are more than 100 tribes in the country, each of which has religious and secular power from Sheikh (elders).

Foreigners account for 10% of the total population.

Among them are Baluchistan, Iran, Indians, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Most foreigners live in cities such as Maslow.

The vast majority (about 99%) of the residents believe in Islam, of which more than 90% belong to the pads.

The official language is Arabic and Oman people speak English in metropolis.

The capital, Muscat, is the gateway to the Gulf of India ocean. Before 1970, the city streets were narrow and the houses were poor. Now it has become a modern city in the Gulf.

It is an important port for trade between ancient China and Oman.

In the middle of seventeenth Century, the overthrow of the Portuguese rule established the dynasty. At the end of eighteenth Century, Britain invaded into the real ruler of Oman.

In 1920, Oman was divided into two parts: Muscat Sultan and Oman's Islamic state.

Muscat Sultan captured Oman's Islamic state in 1955.

In August 1970, the country was named Oman Sultan.

The present government is a monarchy ruled by hereditary Sultan.

No constitution, no party.

The National People's Political Council.

In 1951, it signed a treaty of friendship and commerce with Britain to end British control.

The agreement on normalization of relations with southern Yemen was signed in 1982.

Oman does not levy income tax, food tax, and the main financial sources depend on oil income.

In May 25, 1978, we established diplomatic relations with China.

Our country and Oman have known each other since ancient times.

In the eighth Century, Oman navigator Abu Abida traveled to Guangzhou, China. In the Ming Dynasty, Zheng He visited the fleet and visited Oman twice.

Oman is an ancient civilization with a long history.

Archaeologists believe that as early as 4000 BC, the Oman people had already mastered the technology of copper smelting.

Oman's bronze ware is very famous. It is popular in the valley of the young and the Griess rivers. In the 7~15 century, the sea trade of Oman was very developed, West to Africa and east to China.

About 70% of Oman's population is engaged in agriculture, and the most important crop is date palm, which accounts for about half of the total cultivated land.

Date palm is widely used and its fruit is the staple food of the Arabs.

After the jujube kernel is crushed, it can be used as feed for livestock.

Oman's nomadic residents and mountain residents feed the goats, sheep and camels, and the fishery resources in the coastal waters are quite abundant.

Arabia's pure stallion and Oman camel are well known.

It also produces red and white cotton and roses, jasmine and other fragrant families.

In the current Oman's economic income, the emerging oil industry occupies a very important position.

Almost all of the government's revenue comes from oil. Oman's proven oil reserves are more than 8 billion tons.

Oman has mountains and deserts and living conditions are very difficult. Therefore, cattle, horses, sheep, donkeys and camels have become indispensable partners in this life.

Oman loves cattle.

Oman men like wearing body ornaments knife. If a man does not wear a knife, he will be regarded as being dishonourable.

According to Oman's business etiquette and custom, a conservative suit should be worn in winter.

Call on government officials and large companies to make appointments first.

The business climate here is similar to that in other Middle Eastern countries, which is the secret of being polite and patient. Personal friendship is very important.

Sales attitude must be low.

Never send a business representative in Saudi Arabia or other neighboring countries to Oman for light business. The other side wants to negotiate directly with you (manufacturer).

Oman's business habits, important matters should be written in writing materials, preferably by telegraph and direct telephone confirmation.

If you can't do something, you should clearly say "no".

However, in spite of having no appointments in advance, you can also ask for interviews openly.

When shaking hands, you must be sincere and affable.

At this point, you can hook your wrist to show your enthusiasm (except for men).

Don't look left and right when you talk.

Bargaining is very popular in the locals, and there are many sources of their business.

Once the agency agreement is signed, it is not easy to suspend. This point should be noted. It should be noted that the agency contract will not be effective if it is not registered with the chamber of Commerce and industry or the Ministry of industry and commerce.

When you bring a Arabia coffee to dinner, you must accept it, drink it slowly with your right hand, and slowly shake your hand when you do not want to.

If they do not understand this, they will always stand there and continue to pour coffee for you.

Oman's taboo, don't use your left hand while eating. Don't use the index finger or middle finger in front of others.

Note that talking with women, getting close to women, or taking pictures of women are not good.

Trees are also banned in the area.

Don't eat or eat in front of people during fasting.

You can't take pictures in a mosque.

Don't praise women or their decorations.

You can't eat pork.

Do not hold Israeli products or praise Israel.

Their values of water far exceed our imagination and do not mention the hygiene of underground springs.

Take care of Oman's business trip and check the luggage carefully.

Customs duty free cigarettes, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars, or 0.25 cigarettes, are prohibited from carrying any liquor.

No obscene magazines or pornographic books are allowed to enter.

There is no monetary control.

Due to religious influence, they are very limited in food and entertainment. They should be psychologically prepared for these aspects of life.

When traveling to the interior, prepare vehicles and prepare food and water.

Only drink bottled water, vegetables and fruits must be washed.

Smallpox and cholera should be injected to enter the country.

In summer, when the sun is strong, it is best to prepare the hat.

The spectacle frame should not be made of metal and easy to heat.

Oman's climate is hot and arid, controlled by tropical air masses. Most of them belong to the hot and arid desert climate.

It is very hot in the daytime, very cool at night, and very little rain. It is one of the few arid countries in the world. Water is expensive, and locals do not use shoes. Because they wear only sandals, they have mosquitoes in winter, they need to prepare some medicine, and when they are in poor health, it is best not to go there for the time being.

Most Oman companies import goods in a mess, often at the same time acting exclusively on two competing commodities.

It is best to quote the Oman currency RailsOmni and quote the CIF price instead of the FOB price.

It is most useful to have business cards printed in English and Arabic.

It is better to make payment by L / C in Oman market.

Local businessmen often go to cafe shops after work.

Dinner is mostly held at home.

The best way to go is from November to March of the next year (the average gas is 13~2 degrees Celsius).

From June to August, the business community took more vacations, and sometimes the humidity was as high as 43 degrees Celsius.

Ramadan is not suitable for visiting.

Inquiries must be made before the Islamic holiday (different year).

Tip taxi 10%, baggage per 90Baizas, hotel and hotel 10% tips are generally added to the account.

Other services can be charged 50 to 75Bai-Zaps tips per time.