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France gets revenue mainly from agriculture. It is important to know that because it gives you a better idea of how they produce major industries.

It isn't common to visit homes in France unless they are family. In France a family will usually have a more rural house and a main house in a more urban environment. These are important to know because otherwise you might think it rude to not be invited to one's home.

There are many holidays in France which are days dedicated for no business. It is important to know when not to do business or contact business partners as much. Also business deals during the 4 week summer break are frowned upon.

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France is a pretty well-off country with a high GDP and average yearly income. This means that France would be a good place to do business with and be successful in when doing business.

The French are also very well educated. This is good to know and important because it is yet another reason to trade with France and shows that business is more likely to flow well.

They have a lot of holidays in France which is important to know because you cannot conduct business on these days. Also, especially in May, there are many holidays.

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1. Be able to converse and socialize in French.
2. Be extremely respectful of power distances/know your place within the company.
3. Always have business cards available (and include education level/credentials).

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There is a very good infrastructure, with 19,000 miles of rail lines, as well as over 100 airports due to the large international travel.
There is a lot that borders France which is north and south they have different countries, and east and west there is coastlines in which is a good location for business.
when conducting business in Frace, be formal when communicating, but also try and avoid personal information.

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1. They have high tax rates because their universities are free, among other reasons. This will affect the price of products.
2. There is a power distance, but it is not very high/strong like other countries. There is a blend between hierarchy and individualism, which can make leading people a bit complicated.
3. The French really like their families/houses and they're seen as intimate.

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1.  Majority of the religious people in France are Christian and basic Christian holidays are observed in the country. There are many people who are non-religious as well so be neutral if the topic comes up in conversations.
2. It is rude to arrive on time for a party and can be considered inconsiderate to the hosts who are preparing the dinner so be aware if a business partner invites you to a party.
3. Socialization between people of different positions is restricted and emphasis on hierarchy is strong. Business and private lives are separate for the French people so it is rare that you would get invited to a home dinner.

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- There are lots of holidays during the month of May, so it is better to visit to conduct business during other months
- You need to be very formal and respectful when conducting business, you are expected to introduce yourself and get to know the people you are working with, but don't give them personal details about your life
- People in France prefer to meet face to face, so only communicate to them with technology when necessary, otherwise plan to meet in person

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- The majority of hotels have WiFi
- 99% literacy rate
- 3 stages for education: primary, secondary, and university
- High tax rates and strict labor laws
- Large agriculture economy
- 63% are Christian
- Meetings are usually scheduled two weeks in advance
- Socializing between people of different levels is somewhat discouraged
- Business cards are exchanged regularly
- Gifts must be good quality but not so lavish
- Very technologically advanced
- Avoid informal speech when writing
- Hand shakes when meeting and departing

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-The further south in France the more casual they are, they should be scheduled 2 weeks in advance. They find it rude to come early as they are generally setting up.
-Formality and respect is very important when conducting business as they have a pretty strict hierarchy
-Work hours are usually 8:30-6:30-7:30, meetings are usually before during and after lunch hours and meetings should not be held mid July to August.

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1. There are strict regulations on greenhouse gases and other things that are detrimental to the environment. This means that when doing business it is important to be aware of the environmental impacts of your operations.
2. It's rude to arrive on time to more acasual events; If you are invited to a dinner party or other event perhaps in someone's home it is important to remember to arrive late.
3. Academic credentials are more important than wealth in France, this means that when doing business in the country you should take into account that the people you are working with might not be as wealthy as someone of similar status would be in the US.

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Socializing between people of different levels within the company is discouraged. There is a big difference in status.

When conducting business in France it is best to do so face to face rather than through email.

Avoid giving gifts during the first business meeting and make sure the gifts are minimalistic.

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1. Advance railways so commuting on a business trip is cheaper and more convenient
2. Strict environmental policies, if business is causing environmental damage than it will fail
3. Avoid sharing personal information with colleagues and business associates, always stay formal

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They get $70 million from tourists. They have a very high population. They are very social in France.

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-emphasis on environmental standards, if your business doesn't qualify to the standards or is dangerous to the environment, you won't be allowed to conduct business there
-must schedule business meetings 2 weeks ahead of time
-lots of respect & formality towards executives, be careful when bringing forward a concern

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- Infrastructure is very well developed including internet, this makes connecting and communication much easier which can contribute to a wider array of business that can be conducted in the nation
- Very dense population, makes conducting business in urban areas much more viable as there is a sufficient labor force to be able to support a range of different industries and tasks.
- Arriving on time can sometimes be viewed as rude because they may still be setting up or getting things ready. Some areas in France are more casual about punctuality than others. Knowing this will help you be aware of the culture and blend in more effectively and give off a better impression to business partners.

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-Largest Agricultural producer in the European union, could be an ideal industry to buy into
-Avoid scheduling meetings in May as there are multiple celebrations and holidays that take place around this time of year
-Time restrictions become less strict as you travel more southern in France. Showing up right on time is considered rude as most of the time they are still setting up for a meeting.

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- Largest agricultural production in europe and have great trade relations with america, so businesses would them would have little to no difficulties concerning agricultural trade.
- Greatly values environment, and due to their environmental agenda, any activities that could cause potential harm to their environment will be stopped by the government. Try to avoid harming the environment during your time there and provide environmental friendly products.
- The further south you are in France, the more they are casual with meetings. Arriving early can be seen as rude, as they are still preparing.

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-they have high rates and strict labor laws so this could account for barriers, this could lead into trade being harder with them
-avoid scheduling meetings in May because there are many French holidays in this month
-its rude to arrive on time to a dinner party because during this time they are actually setting up and getting ready

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1.  The internet access is very advanced which can contribute to keeping in touch constantly with business partners about meetings and information.
2. Has prime minister and president for government which is different than US so different laws affecting business etc.
3. Be VERY aware of every holiday they do not conduct business on and pay attention to days they take of (mostly in may).

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France is in the EU so certain countries will have different trade rules than countries in the EU as well they have certain trade embargoes with countries

85 million tourists a year so English is generally understood and you can get by with English but speaking french is very helpful

they have water on multiple sides allowing good trade access and makes shipping easier so you would need to consider if shipping by boat vs airplane which makes more sense

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1- France has a large agriculture economy. This is inporante to know so that you know what type of economy to base your business off of.
2- France has a very high infustructure. France also has alot of airports and over 19,000 miles in rail lines. This is inporante so you know what are the fastest and more efficient ways to travel around the country.
3-France has high tax rates. This is inporante to know so that you know what type of taxes you might recive from your buisness and can also impact your budget.

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France has a major industry of agriculture which is the biggest in the EU which is important to know because that is how the country gains revenue. Also, France is a very good infrastructure system. This is important to know because it might prove useful to use to help conduct business and help develop your company. Finally, France has very strict labor laws and high tax rates which is important because it acts as a barrier and can reduce profit trading to this country.

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Travel in this country will be easy because they have very strong infrastructure, in areas such as airports and roadways

There are unique holidays around Christmas, and October fest and it's important to be aware of these holidays in order to avoid conducting business during.

Each one of Germany's different city-states has different cultures. This is important to know so that you know to prepare your certain products for facing different cultures throughout the country.

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The travel in Germany is extremely well developed. This is important and a very good aspect because it'll be easy to get around the whole country. It's also important to know how to use the travel systems if you are thinking about using them.

Germany uses the Euro and is a part of the EU which is also important because you have to know how much money to bring / use. Also, this is a good aspect of Germany because you can trade with all countries in the EU which is most countries in Europe.

Germany has a few of the same holidays such as Xmas and Easter. Although they have a few differentiations and these are important to know because business is not conducted on these days.

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1. Germany's infrastructure is the most advanced in the world and airports are common in the country, making it convenient for traveling back and forth and conducting business.
2. Germany's history with World War II is a sensitive topic for Germans and therefore should be avoided as a topic of conversation amongst coworkers.
3. Anti-foreign hate in Germany has been growing popular; you are a foreigner so be cautious. They also expect people to follow the rules and being late is considered disrespectful.

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1. Familiarize yourself with EU business regulations and/or restrictions as Germany is a member of the European Union.
2. Be very punctual for meetings and work events, and always respect power distances within various companies.
3. Don't mix personal life with business life (i.e. don't bring up personal details during business events as it is seen as superficial).

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- Mixed Economy
- 99% literacy rate
- 86% graduate college
- Parliamentary democracy
- 60% of the country speaks fluent English
- Families generally have 1-2 children
- Give out business cards to people with possible business connections
- 7 hours ahead

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1. 60% of Germany speaks English, So if you are conducting business in Europe you may not have to understand German. Along with that women in Germany are treated equally although the head of the house is usually the man.
2. Being 15 minutes early to meetings in Germany is considered on time, and being on time is considered being late.  Women and men are also expected to dress formally in a black or blue suit.
3. When greeting those before a business meeting, the women should be greeted first. There is a 7-hour time zone difference, so when you are conducting business there make sure to be prepared for that time change.

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1. No trade restrictions within the European union- this is beneficial for trading with Europe and doing business inside Europe.
2. Germans follow a strict hierarchy- also try to avoid talking about personal life as it is not normal because Germans tend to be reserved.
3. only give out business card to those who you could make a possible connection with.

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German people are very strict with rule following and believe that following rules is best for society. They are extremely punctual too.

Men are expected to wear a dark suit with a white collared shirt and a tie.

When greeting a group of people women should always be greeted first. It is shown as a sign of respect.

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- 16 states that varies in culture and geography, so do research on which region you are going to conduct business in.
- There is a divide in country concerning foreigners, so  conducting business in particular areas will be difficult, seeing as how foreigners will be judged. Be aware of these areas when finding a state to do international business with.
- strict on rule following, hence why businesses should strictly follow the laws and rules to be respected by the community. They greatly value punctuality, since it correlates to respect.

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Very good infrastructure and good trade connections in the country.
-Same trade and laws for countries in the EU, so would be good for trade within countries of the EU but has trade restrictions with Iraq and Iran.
-Business and personal life don't mix and is seen as unprofessional.
not common to give gifts but will accept wine, liquor, or chocolate.

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- Most people in Germany are able to speak fluent English, so it will be easy to communicate
- They value rule following and believe that rules are necessary for everything to run smoothy, so it is important to follow rules
- Punctuality is very important and you should arrive 15 minutes early

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1. Weather conditions in winter are extreme, business in the winter can be hard to manage
2. 60% of the country speaks English most of which must be businessmen, language shouldn't affect the difficulty of a business
3. Must be punctual to meetings, if late then can be seen as disrespectful and leave a bad impression

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1)In Germany, over 60% of the country can speak fluent English which is extremely helpful for English speakers doing business in the country.
2)German people love authority and regard rule following and logic as the most important values in business.
3)Germans are very punctual; being early is considered being "on time". If doing business in Germany, make sure to be on top of your schedule and arrive early to all of your meetings.

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-travel in this country will be easy because they have very strong infrastructure, in areas such as airports and roadways
-when travelling there for business most people speak English you will be able to navigate well
-be about 15 minutes early because they expect this, if you are on time this is actually considered late

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- The country is highly educated which expands the possibilities and types of business that can be conducted in the nation. Very developed and highly advanced nation that can accommodate a variety of different industries and business requests.
- A majority of the country is fluent in Germany which makes communication a lot easier and reduces barriers between conducting businesses.
- Very strict about following rules, discipline helps maintain order and keeps efficiency. When conducting business in Germany, be respectful and be understanding of what position people have and the limits and boundaries of what you can do or say.

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Germany is in the European Union. Increases trade with European countries. Restricted trade with countries like Russia.

Like the US, Germany has Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary branches of government.

Germany has 16 sovereign states which mean different cultures depending on the region of Germany you are conducting business in.

60% of Germans are fluent in English. There is less of a need for knowing the German language with a pretty common language already.

Business cards are usually given out to only those you might continue business with.

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1. There are unique holidays around christmas, and october fest and it's important to be aware of these holidays in order to avoid conducting business during.
2. Most of the people in Germany are able to speak English. This is helpful information to know since use of english means one can communicate properly and effectively overall.
3. Authority is very important and valued in Germany, and they use logic over emotions. These are two factors to take into consideration when conducting business, in order to successfully build relationships and more.

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1. Extremely good infrastructure makes it easy to transport goods within germany and to other EU member country.
2. There is lots of diversity within German states in terms of culture and landscape, it is important to understand the differences when doing business in each one.
3. Germans believe in rule following and appealing to authority meaning that seniority in a company is important to respect and work under.

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1. The automotive industry is extremely popular, and they have great roads. Incentive to import is low.
2. They are a large powerhouse in the EU along with France, Austria, and the Netherlands. They are an industrialized country and a valuable trade partner.
3. Like many other European countries, Germany has a parliamentary democracy. This generally comes with a high political efficacy, meaning that their citizens believe that they have an effect on laws.

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Germany is a part of the EU so no trade restriction between other EU countries and have heavy restrictions between countries like north Korea so you would need to be aware of the standing with certain countries

16 different states that heavily differ in landscape, political view, ethnicity, and outlooks on life so different advertising is needed for different states

60% of the country is fluent in English so you can definitely get by with English but is VERY helpful if you do know German

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1-  Germany has 36 international airports. This is inporante to that we know the fastest and most efficient ways to get around the country and get to business meetings.
2- Germany has heavy resitirons with certain countries such as North Korea and Saudia Rabia. This is inporante to know for buisness so that you dont make certain proudcts for that country because there are heavy resitrictions in those countrys.
3- Each one of Germanys diffrent city states have diffrent cultures. This is inporante to know so that you know to prepare your certian products for facing diffrent cultures though out the country.

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literacy rate is very high education is very high there because 90% of people graduate high school. parliamentary democracy. they have many restrictions and rules.

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Germany has a mixed economy which means that government regulation is higher which makes it harder to conduct business and get around government roadblocks. Germany has one of the highest rated infrastructures which is important because it helps improve business development due to its vast amount of public resources. In Germany, they have many embargoes and restrictions with other countries which is important because it blocks international trade which obstructs potential revenue in selling to these countries.

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- You will need a Visa to start a business in Japan
- You will need to have an understanding of Japanese because it will not be easy to get by with only knowing English
- Be ready to adapt to the changes of business that comes with a collectivist culture

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The Japanese yen has a very wide conversion rate from the dollar. This is important because it's important to know how much money you are buying things and trading for.

You need a Visa to conduct business in Japan which is extremely important because if you don't acquire the Visa, you could get in trouble. Also, you may be limited without the Visa so it's just important to get one.

The weather in Japan is much like the US. This is important because we will know how to dress in Japan and what to wear.

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- amazing inflation rate of 0.14% which is great for conducting business.
-This is a needed 4-month business visa in order to be in Japan and conduct business there.
-There is a large number of volcanos and 160 earthquakes per year, so a place for a headquarters you might want good insurance.
-Business cards should be very professional.

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1. Be able to converse in Japanese and always arrive early.
2. Be aware of Japanese sentiments towards Americans when socializing and presenting business material.
3. Wear conservative business attire and dark colors.

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Currency is rated the 3rd best in the world. Japanese Yen can be found in banks all around the world.

To do business in Japan you need a start up visa or a 4 month visa. This is very important to know before traveling to Japan for business.

There are no business days such as mountain day and sports day where you would not be conducting business.

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1. It's not easy to get by with english in Japan so it is important to keep this in mind when conducting in Japan. Learning the language would be helpful and necessary in order to successfully work in business.
2. It's important to focus on status and the importance of status in Japan when conducting business in order to stay respectful and avoid offending workers and relationships.
3. Honorifics is very important in Japan which also correlates to status as well in a way. It's important to understand and memorize how one would call another's name with respect in order to be as respectful as possible.

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1. You need a visa to conduct business in Japan. There are 2 different kinds the business manager visa which lasts 4 months or a start-up visa which lasts 6 months.
2. Most spoken language in Japan is Japanese. English is taught, but it is not commonly spoken. If you are conducting business there make sure that you are able to understand at least a little Japanese.
3. If you have a meeting you should arrive about 15 minutes early. They also value status, so make sure when conducting business there you are aware of everyone who has a high status at the company.

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1. Arrive 15 minutes early to earn a good impression
2. Japanese value hierarchy - be respectful of superiors when doing business
3. Business cards must be very professional and always handed the correct way

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1)The Japanese place high value on technology and innovation and their major industries reflect this. Because of their plethora of technology-based companies, there is a low incentive to import technology, so keep this in mind.
2)Japan has a very traditional view on how women should act and behave in society. Because of this, many Japanese women prefer working in foreign countries that are more flexible and liberal in regards to women in the workforce.
3)There is an extremely large power distance between people of higher status and lower status in Japanese business. In order to pitch an idea or influence the company agenda, you must have patience and access to top executives.

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-It is important to arrive punctually, at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time
-The Japanese value status, they find it very important to have status in their culture
-They work better collectively and do not like working alone, when in Japan, it is super important to work as a group in Japan.

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Japan is an island so the only way to get there is by boat or plane. It has 2 major airports.

It's hard to get by when you are not able to speak Japanese because most don't speak or dont like to speak english. Labels will usually be in japanese only.

It is rare to be invited into someone's home in Japan. Their home is where they relax. It is their personal space and they don't like to invite other people over. The houses are often small too.

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- island nation - only way to get there is by boat or plane, similar to the US climate so no need to prepare for any major weather changes, although it is national disaster prone, so if you're scared of natural disasters be wary.
- be aware of the emperor's birthday since it is a holiday, so when conducting business there, keep up on who the emperor is at the time
- very status conscious and have a great power distance so be ware of power distances when conducting business there.

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To start a business and get visas in japan you need a 5,000,000 dollar investment and at least 2 full time employees so our company will need to make sure we meet these criteria before applying for visas

over 160 earthquakes a year so we would have to make sure that our offices and workers are prepared for this, there is also a risk of tsunamis

Japanese people see Americans as not hardworking, aggressive and not honest thus there is a stereotype against Americans and there many be judgments made against workers becuase they're american

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- You need a visa to conduct business, lots of documentation and registration required when starting a business. Also need to prove that there is sufficient capital and funding to allow for the business to independently function.
- Earthquakes and other natural disasters are quite common. Be aware of possible destruction of property and disruption towards business that can arise as a result of being located on a earthquake hot zone.
- Very important to be punctual, it is highly valued. Can give a very good impression if foreigners are early as it shows you are culturally aware of the place you are doing business in and shows you are respectful.

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1. 93% of Japan has internet coverage meaning it should be easier to collaborate with business partners across the country from a single city.
2. Shortage of medium skilled workers its necessary to keep this in mind for if you are looking to produce your product near Japan, as you will most likely need to go outside the country to find the workers needed to produce your product.
3. You will probably not encounter many women in the business world and if you are a women you could be biased against heavily in the workplace due to the Japanese's traditional values.

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- 99% literacy rate
- Constitutional Monarchy
- Encourages manufacturing sector
- 4 seasons
- Population density is 347 people per km^2
- A highly homogeneous country
- Their value of technology is very high
- Main language is Japanese
- Good to arrive 15 min early

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-There are multiple types of Visa that are needed for people looking to register for and start a business
-Four major cities consisting of their own individual norms and business industries
-Japan has very high expectations so they like timeliness and orderliness.

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-either 4 month or 6 month visa for foreign companies, japan govt encourages international business so all you need to start up is a visa
-anti chinese & korean sentiment in japan, keep in mind when conducting business
-values technology, very technologically advanced, domestically produce most of their technology so they don't really trade with foreigners

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-they have a profound railway systems so when you are there travelling you will be able to rely on good transportation
-you need a visa if you want to do business in japan, 4 months business manager visa or a 6 month start up visa
-they have extremely high technology, and no incentive to import because of this

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the literacy rate is very high. to conduct business you need a visa. they had a competition with China and inevitably won.

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1- Japan has a very well known rail way system. This is inporante so that you know what are the best and most efficient ways to get around the country. For exsaple is your going to a meeting you'll want to take a train so you get there in time.
2- Japan has a constitutional monarchy. This is inporante for business because monarchy can be a big part of cultures.
3- On holidays in Japan there is Emperors day sports day and mountain day. On these days there is no business being conducted. This is inporante to know so that you know which days to not conduct business.

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Japan has a very good inflation rate which is important to know because it shows that money doesn't gain or lose value easily which means it is easier to obtain your money in Japan. Japan has a very good rail system which is important for you or workers to travel to business outings. In Japan, you need a Visa to conduct business which is important because it is a roadblock around conducting business here.

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1. Spain is largely Catholic and products aimed at the general public should not be religiously offensive. If you want to conduct business there, be sure to remain neutral or in favor of the major religion.
2. Punctuality is less important than in America but meetings can run on for a long time as Spaniards are people who like discussing ideas so be prepared for prolonged conversations.
3. 99% of the population speak Spanish, therefore it is more convenient to learn the language although you can still get by with English as it is taught in their schools.

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The majority of people in Italy speak Italian. It would be beneficial to learn some common phrases

Railroad is used the most for public transportation.

Men usually wear suits with high quality accessories to add to a generally basic suit design.

With business cards in Italy you should casually give a business card to every person attending a business meeting.

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1. Russia has a very large network of railroads across the country meaning it could be useful to take advantage of their railway network to reach numerous other countries that Russia borders.
2. The main religion in Russia is the Russian Orthodox, this is important when conducting business there to avoid meetings on important days such as sunday and holidays like Christmas or Easter.
3. Russia is extremely collectivist so be prepared to work together in large teams and not single out a single person for a failure or setback.

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The Russian Ruble equates to about $0.014 US dollars. This is very important because the price of goods will fluctuate and it's important to know how much money you need.

The main job category in Russia is agriculture. This is important to know because there will be less money to be made in other areas of business because the majority of the money is in agriculture.

The weather in Russia is pretty cold. This is important to know because it's important to dress appropriately for what the weather is like, which is much colder than where we live.

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The average income is extremely low in US dollars which means prices of goods would have to be lowered to fit the standards.

The population density of Russia is 9 people. This means that when doing business you would remain in the major cities.

If you are invited to a home, you are expected to give a gift of some value. If you give a cheap gift or something like a Christmas card, it is seen as useless in Russia.

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1. Russia has over 100 different languages and 100 different ethnic groups, therefore it is important to be sensitive to each group's traditions and be prepared to meet a coworker from any of these backgrounds.
2. If you are invited to a coworker's house or staying over, you are expected to give gifts and they should generally be expensive. Birthday cards are seen as pointless while low value gifts are downright offensive.
3. Russians directly speak their minds so do not take it personally if you are someone who is sensitive or less direct. They also respect those in higher positions so be sure to not offend your superior or anyone you meet who has a high standing in the company.

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Major Industries
- Oil
- Gas
- Metals

- Currency: Russian Ruble
- Literacy Rate: 99.73%
- Biggest country in the world by far, borders many countries
- Main religion is Russian Orthodox Church
- Official language is Russian
- Punctuality is not important
- Gift giving is very common
- The vast majority of the population lives in small apartments because most of the population lives in cities.

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1. You must show a preference for local manufacturers. This is required to run business in Russia, so make sure if you are conducting business there you come prepared.
2. They are mostly religious, so make sure not to schedule a meeting on Sunday. Also, try and respect their religion, and do not bring a product that can be seen as offensive. Also, make sure not to schedule a meeting on a holiday or a religious holiday.
3. The industry is male-dominated because they are old fashion, but if you are a woman they will respect you. You will most likely conduct business with a man when you go there. If you are going to send someone there to conduct business it might be better to send a man.

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1. It's important to be aware of the political history and current events between Russia and the us in order to offend offending anyone and conducting peaceful business
2. In order to avoid conducting business during significant holidays such as motherland day, one must be aware of the important dates.
3. Russians respect power distances and are of high context, meaning that it is important to take status into consideration and be respectful to those one may be working with.

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1)The average income in Russia is only about $6,000 per year, so if you are selling goods or doing business deals in the country, you should make changes to the pricing of goods to accommodate that income level.
2)Russia has much newer and less-established businesses/companies because Russia only recently(in the 1990s) broke away from the Communist party. This may open up leadership positions or jobs for international business workers.
3)Russians uphold power distances and create a very clear-cut, no-nonsense work environment. If working in Russia, be upfront, uphold your promises, and make sure that you respect your superiors.

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-keep in mind that you must show preference for local manufacturing, because this was a law that was established
-be very mindful of your time when arriving to meetings, even try to arrive early to show that you care about the meeting
-when talking about problems in a business make sure you are stating ideas that include the whole group rather than singling a person out because they are collectivists

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- Infrastructure is mainly developed around railways. If planning to move freight or resources within the country, it is crucial to consider whether railways can be used or should be used for the situation.
- There are lots of protectionist laws that require citizens to support domestic businesses over international businesses. Must have more planning and risk assessment when considering doing business in Russia.
- They are very honest and direct, its important to be able to take criticism and be understanding of criticism as much as possible. Even if you do not agree with their view, its important to still be respectful and aware of their criticism.

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1. train system is very ideal for transporting goods but not so great for transportation of people. Make sure to have a good transportation route when going for business in Russia.
2. Arrive on time to work as it is important and tardiness shows disrespect
3. Russians are high context - business co-workers may be direct and harsh so expect honesty and prepare for insensitive words being spoken to you.

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-russia has law that forces people to support local/domestic businesses, the government prioritizes businesses in the country instead of international business, can hinder international business
-russians are punctual people when it comes to business, arrive on time/early to business meetings to avoid being late, this does not apply to social events
-very blatant, russians will tell you what they think and are very straightforward especially when in a work environment

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-The climate varies throughout the country because of how large it is, it is generally very cold so pack appropriate clothing
- No meetings on sundays because the majority of russians practice russian orthodox
-They prefer timeliness during business meetings because it shows that you are interested in building relationships

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1. Underdeveloped infrastructure, although Russia has an extensive railway network which can be helpful moving goods/services but troublesome when traveling personally
2. Russia has a preference of local manufactures than international so unless company is local, setting up an international business could be tricky
3. Main language Russia but most speak English, simple greetings in Russian will get one through their business trip

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1. Advanced railroad system  but most of them not are not open to citizen use so travelling may be difficult to get to certain places.
2. Recently broke away from communist party so less put together businesses and due to recent events keep in mind that bringing up certain conspiracy can be seen as rude and inflict dislike.
3. English is taught in school so speaking English would be fine when doing business also be early or on time to show you respect their time and partnership.

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1. Russia is a developing country, including poor infrastructure and an extremely low average income per year. Prices will have to dip so people can afford goods.
2. There was a law put into place that they must show preference for local businesses rather than international businesses; be wary.
3. Lots of people speak English because it's taught in school, so you don't necessarily to have everything in your business in Russian.

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-There is a large industry of service in Russia, but there was a law stating they should show preference to local business.
-Russia is a huge country that borders a lot of countries to the east and coastline to the west.
There is tension between the US and Russia due to the history between the two countries, as well as more recent rumors of Russia interfering with the US election.

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- Major industries are oil, gas, precious stones, etc. They are a mineral rich country, which is not very great for conducting business especially with resources such as oil and gas, which shows their underdeveloped use of fossil fuel, which is not as efficient and good for the earth.
- Independent governments in different regions which is why some laws will differ depending on where you conduct business. if business is to be conducted here, you should research on each region.
- Newer businesses because of its recent history of breaking through the communist regime, although business will be quite difficult in Russia due to tensions with US, especially concerning conspiratorial events like the recent presidential election.

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poor infrastructure so it would be very helpful to have a good car or personal transport to be able to make it where you need to go

companies must show preference to local manufacturers over international so trading may be hard so it would be a good idea to set up a relationship with local suppliers/large companies to make sure you're able to sell depending on your product or role

Russia is not dense country as much of the land is unusable specifically in Siberia as it is almost infinite winter so depending on where you go you will need different clothes and where you sell will change your advertising

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1- They have a very underdeveloped infrastructure so its hard to travel though out the country. This can impact business because you might have to prepare for certain delays or find a safe way to travel though out the country because rail cars are not safe.
2- Most of the country is cold though out the year. This is inporante so that you know how to dress well doing business meeting and what cloths you should bring to the country.
3-Us and Russia are often seen to eacother as weak and not as good as the other. This can be inporante when conducing business to try and not affend people when having dinner,local conversation, or buisness meetings.

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Russia is very strong in the oil and gas industries because of its area. These are the largest industries in the country.

The infustructure in Russia is underdeveloped in most areas except large cities such as Moscow.

Russia enforces a law stating that people must choose domestic goods rather than international. This law could strongly hurt international business.

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they have a lot of mining facilities. 50 international airports.very high literacy rate because you are not allowed to quit school till year 11

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-Not highly developed, in need of new infrastructure system. Could be a target area for doing business in Russia
-In 2014 laws were made to have preference towards local businesses instead of favoring international business
-Independent local government. Due to location laws may change based on governments being run differently

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Russia's major industries is mining which is important because that is how the country makes money. Also, they have a really low gdp so prices may have to differ to accommodate their needs. Most of their infrastructure can't be used for public used which is unhelpful because laborers and workers can't transport to their jobs.

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Italy is a mainly Christian country. This is important because people who are Christian and religious will feel more welcomed here. This is a good trait for making connections with business partners.

The weather in Italy is much like Chicago's. This is important because if we went there to do business, we would fit in well because we would know what to wear and how to dress.

The holidays in Italy are somewhat like the US because they have some of the same Christian holidays. Although, they have a few different holidays and these are important to know because business is not conducted on these days.

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1.  Italy is part of the European Union, which means if you have worked for companies in other European Union countries, it is easier to get used to the currency rate and trade regulations as they are the same.
2. Italians are generally interdependent and value family and friends a lot. Therefore, t is important to establish close relationships with coworkers when conducting business.
3. Italians are very lively people and outdoor activities are limitless ranging from operas to outdoor performances. So make sure to join the festivities rather than keeping to yourself. When invited to social events, gift giving is mandatory, so be sure to bring boxes of chocolate or rare types of flowers as a gift.

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-Since Italy is a part of the Eu there is no tariffs when trading with countries within the Eu.
- when conducting business in Italy be aware that they are very relationship-oriented and it is important to create good relationships for success.
-Gift giving is mandatory at a social event and that is seen as a thank you for the invitation.