concept   gift-giving
culture   Norway
statement   In Norway, gift-giving is reserved for special occasions and is emphasized in modesty, and is not expected in business.

4 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gift-giving Norway Gifts are given on special occasions, but not as frequently in daily interactions 1
2 gift-giving Norway Gifts are often opened in private to avoid showing excessive emotion in front of the giver. 1
3 gift-giving in business Norway In business, gifts are generally not expected and may even be perceived as an attempt to exert influence, so they are best avoided. 1
4 giving and receiving gifts Norway Gifts are often exchanged, but there is an emphasis on modesty and not putting too much value on material possessions 1