Vietnam
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND&PEOPLE
Geography
A Brief History
The Politicol System
The Ethnic Mix
The Role 0f Returnees
Vietnam in lhe World
Chapter 02 VALUES&ATTITUDES
The Role 0f Confucianism
Western lnfluences
National ldentity
The Changing FomilV Role
The Changing Role of Women
RegionaI Differenoes
Attitudes Toward Foreigners
Maintoining Harmony
Attitudes Toward Education
Chapter 03 RELIGION,FESTIVALS,&RITUALS
A Religious Kaleidoscope
Traditional Festivals and National Holidays
Birthdays, Weddings, and Funerals
Chapter 04 THE VIETNAMESE AT HOME
Daily Life
Who Spends What
Housing
The Education System
Military Service
Visiting a Vietnamese Home
Chapter 05 FOOD & DRINK
Foreign Influences
Eating Out
Traditional Habits
Banquets and Entertaining
Dining Etiquette
Chopstick Skills and Etiquette
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
Vietnamese Culture
Shopping
Places to Visit
Chapter 07 TRAVEL HEALTH, & SAFETY
Getting Around
Where to Stay
Health
Safety and Security
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
Vietnam's New-Look Economy
Making Investment Easier
Doing Business
Setting Up the Meeting
At the Meeting
The Decision-Making Process
Contracts and Fulfillment
Trade Unions
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
Language
Face-to-Face Communication
Body Language
The Media
Mail and Telecommunications
Conclusion
Appendices
Places
People
Exercises