Cultural Dos and Taboos

1. A handshake is an appropriate form of greeting. Muslims may choose mot to shake hands with persons of the opposite sex. Greetings should include inquiring after the acquaintance's family and health.

2. The left hand is taboo. Never take or give anything with the left hand. Never eat or drink with the left hand.

3. Traditional dinners may have women and men eating separately.

4. Dress should be casual and modest. Certain social functions will require a formal style of dress.

5. Elders must always be given the utmost respect.