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Welcome to the Land of the Dragon - China
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Greetings are formal and the eldest person is always greeted first.
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Shaking hands is an accepted form of greeting, especially in business situations.
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Handshakes are the most common form of greeting with foreigners.
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Simple nod may suffice, and is the norm among Chinese children and teenagers.
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Many Chinese will look towards the ground when greeting someone.
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Chinese may choose to bow when greeting someone who is of significant rank or in a position of authority, such as a teacher or mentor.
Greeting In China
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