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International HumanResource Managemen

South East Asian Countries

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What is? Southeast Asia or Southeastern Asia is a sub region of Asia, cons

countries that are geographically south of China, east of India, wGuinea and north of Australia.

The region has 10 independent countries: Brunei, Cambodia, IndMalaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and V

Southeast Asia consists of two geographic regions namely

Maritime Southeast Asia, comprising Philippines, East MalaysTimor, Indonesia, Brunei, and Singapore.

Mainland Southeast Asia, also known as Indochina,comprising Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Westand Vietnam

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History of South East Asia

In the 1st Century ADtraders from India and China were vyinin the region, drawn there by its rich abundance of minerals, sp

products.

In the late 15th century Islamic influences grew strong but were othe arrival of Europeans, Only Thailand remained free of colonial

Since the 2nd world war of the countries of Southeast Asia hav

independent nations. They have been plagued by politicaleconomies, ethnic strife, and social inequities, although the sitSoutheast Asian nations improved in the 1980sand 1990s.

1997 A monetary collapse in Thailand sparked a general ecoseveral nations in the region; the results were most severe in Indo

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General Information of South East Asia The major religions are

Islam, and Buddhism,followed by Christianity.

However, a wide variety of religions are found throughout the region, includimany animist-influenced practices

More than three-quarters of Southeast Asia population is agricultu

fish is consumed in this region, reflecting the long coastlines and renvironments of Southeast Asia

South East Asia is considered to have the tastiest food in the worldknown as the land of the spices the food of the Thais, Filipinos, Indonesians are among the most famous exotic creations. Much ofSouth East Asia lies on the different food that come from unique, y

backgrounds following the influences of Indian, and Chinese

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WHO ARE THE LITTLE TIGERS?

Southeast Asian countries, such as Singapore, the PMalaysia, and Indonesia, are known as LittleTigersbecaufast-growing tiger economies and industrial enterpricountries benefit from cheap, plentiful labor, and export magoods such as clothes and electronics.

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Vietnam

Location:Southeastern Asia, bordering the Gulf of Thailand, Gulf ofTonkin, and South China Sea, alongside China, Laos, and Cambodia

Capital:Hanoi

Climate:tropical in south; monsoonal in north with hot, rainy season(mid-May to mid-September) and warm, dry season (mid-October tomid-March)

Ethnic Make-up:Vietnamese 85%-90%, Chinese, Hmong, Thai,Khmer, Cham, various mountain groups

Religions:Buddhist, Hoa Hao, Cao Dai, Christian (predominantlyRoman Catholic, some Protestant), indigenous beliefs and Muslim

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Vietnamese Culture and Society

The Family

The Vietnamese family consists of the nuclear as well as the extended

It is not uncommon for three generations to be living together under o

In Confucian tradition, the father is the head of the family and it is hisresponsibility to provide food, clothing and shelter and make importadecisions.

Within the same tradition it is believed that after someone dies their on. Descendents will "worship" their ancestors to ensure their good fathe anniversary of a person's death, ceremonies are held in their memare also remembered during certain lunar festivals and souls are consto important decisions or occasions such as a birth or a wedding.

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Hierarchy

In Vietnam these are very much based upon age and status.

This derives from Confucianism, which emphasizes social orEveryone is seen as having a distinct place and role within thhierarchical structure, be it the family or workplace.

An obvious example is seen in social situations where the olperson in a group is greeted or served first.

Within the family the head would be responsible for makingand approving marriages.

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Etiquettes and Customs

Avoid public displays of affection with a member of the opp Do not touch someone's head.

Pass items with both hands.

Do not point with your finger - use your hand.

Do not cross your arms on your chest.

Do not pass anything over someone's head. Do not touch anyone on the shoulder.

Do not touch a member of the opposite sex.

Shorts should only be worn at the beach.

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Dining and Table Etiquettes

If invited to a Vietnamese home:

Bring fruit, sweets, flowers, fruit, or incense.

Gifts should be wrapped in colourful paper.

Do not give handkerchiefs, anything black, yellow flowers .

Wait to be shown where to sit.

The oldest person should sit first. Pass dishes with both hands.

The most common utensils are chopsticks and a flat spoon.

People hold bowls close to their faces and hold the spoon in your left hand while eating soup

Meals are typically served family-style.

Try to finish everything on your plate.

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Business Etiquettes and Protocols

Appointments are required and should be made several weeks in adva

The Vietnamese are punctual and expect others to be so to.

Dress conservatively.

Handshakes are used upon meeting and departing. Handshakes only uplace between members of the same sex.

Some Vietnamese use a two-handed shake, with the left hand on top wrist.

Always wait for a woman to extend her hand. If she does not, bow yoslightly.

Business cards are exchanged on initial meetings and should be preseboth hands. When receiving business cards ensure you show proper rand do not simply glance at it and put it on the table.

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Continued..

Hierarchy and face manifest in different ways within business me

Silence is also common in meetings where someone disagrees wanother but remains quiet so as to not cause a loss of face.

Relationships are critical to successful business partnerships.

The spoken word is very important. Never make promises that ykeep to as this will lead to a loss of face.

Negotiations can be slow so it is important to bear in mind that dhave to go through a lot of red tape and also group consultationpatient.

Business gift giving is fairly common at the end of a meeting or dmeal in honour of your business associates. Gifts should be smalexpensive. Something with your company logo or something typyour country both make excellent gifts.