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Are foreigners welcome in Taiwan?
Taiwan just ranked as the second safest countries in the world, and is famous for its beautiful scenery and welcoming residents. But for German entrepreneur Arwed Graubner, who has lived here for over 22 years, there is a lot of room for improvements in terms of foreigner-friendliness.
What Cannot bring to Taiwan?
Passengers are strictly restricted from carrying the following products into Taiwan:
What is the difference between Western and Chinese lifestyle?
Lifestyle: Independent vs. dependent In the Western culture, people view themselves as independent entities. In contrast to them, the Chinese culture stresses interdependence between human beings.
How do Westerners express themselves in China?
The Western style that is very different from business practices in China. On negotiations and conferences, they often stand up and speak up. They do what is more convenient for them. Getting excited about something and smiling is one of the ways to show their interest and approval. In this way, they express themselves as a good independent self.
Do cities on Taiwan make noise 24 hours?
In 2007, a delegate to China’s National People’s Congress dozed as then-premier Wen Jiabao gave a speech. Taiwan’s other espresso shot into the sleepy-Asian debate: Cities on the island of 23 million people make noise 24 hours. They’re so noisy that a Stanford researcher is doing her PhD thesis on the topic.
How do teachers in Taiwan teach their students to sleep so well?
Kindergarten teachers in Taiwan lay down their children for 90 minutes to two hours per day after lunch. Elementary schools usually carry on that habit by requiring children to fold their hands over their desks and lower their heads. Some teachers inspect each submerged head and chastise any that stir. That might be the best sleep they get.