concept   gift giving
culture   Closed countries
statement   In closed countries, gift giving is a highly ritualized practice with strict rules of reciprocation.

2 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gift giving Closed countries Gift giving is often accompanied by intricate rituals and etiquette, and may be reciprocated with an equal or greater gift. 1
2 gift giving Open countries Gift giving is often a way to show appreciation, but reciprocation is not always expected and the rules are more relaxed. 1