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greeting gestures
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Thailand
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In Thai culture, the traditional greeting gesture is the 'wai' which involves pressing palms together with a slight bow.
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greeting gestures
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Russia
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In Russia, a firm handshake and direct eye contact are essential for greetings, with variations for close relationships.
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greeting gestures
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South Korea
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In South Korea, bowing is the traditional and respectful form of greeting, while shaking hands is less common.
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greeting gestures
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Mongolia
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In Mongolia, greeting gestures involve presenting a ceremonial scarf and sticking out one's tongue.
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greeting gestures
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East Asian countries
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Bowing is a traditional and respectful greeting gesture in East Asian countries.
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greeting gestures
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Eastern countries
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Bowing or nodding is a customary form of greeting in Eastern countries.
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greeting gestures
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North America
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Handshakes are the standard greeting gesture in North American culture.
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greeting gestures
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East African culture
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In East African culture, it is common to greet by placing the right hand over the heart or chest.
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greeting gestures
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South Asian culture
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In South Asian culture, traditional greeting gestures involve placing the palms together in a prayer-like gesture and bowing slightly as a sign of respect.
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