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Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
? Geography
? Climate
? The People
? A Brief History
? Modern Times
? Government and Politics
? The Emirates
? The Economy
? The Threat of Terrorism
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
? Status and Social Structure
? Arab Pride
? Social Networks
? Religion
? Attitudes Toward Women
? Insha’allah
? Backhand Economy
? Wasta
? Tolerance and Prejudice
? Sense of Humor
Chapter 03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
? Calendars
? Religious Holidays
? National Holidays
? Other Celebrations
? Local Customs and Folklore
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
? Attitudes Toward Foreigners
? Greetings
? Hospitality
? Invitations Home
? Manners
Chapter 05 THE EMIRATIS AT HOME
? The Household
? Growing up in the UAE
? Family Occasions
? Daily Life
? Boys and Girls
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
? Shopping for Pleasure
? Cultural Activities
? Eating Out
? Table Manners
? Coffee-Shop Culture
? Nightclubs and Bars
? Sports
? Out of Town
Chapter 07 TRAVEL, HEALTH, & SAFETY
? Roads and Traffi c
? Where to Stay
? Health
? Safety
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
? The Business Landscape
? Business Culture
? Business Ethics
? Business Etiquette
? Presentations
? Negotiations
? Contracts
? Meetings
? Dealing with the Government
? Women in Business
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
? Language
? Polite Behavior
? The Communications Revolution
? The Media
? Conclusion
Appendices
? Places
? People
Exercises