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1. Business customs differ from country to country. What we might think is appropriate in Canada maybe considered inappropriate in another foreign country. The etiquette standards are very different in Columbia. For example: Business cards given to Colombians should be printed with English on one side and Spanish on the other. When handing a business card to a Colombian, it should be presented with the Spanish side facing toward the person. Avoiding discussing terrorism, politics and illegal drugs with Colombians would be wise. It is also wise to not make unflattering comparisons toward their country and another. No country likes being insulted and told how to improve. Colombians show great pride in their country’s achievements, so try and show curiosity and ask questions about their culture and history. Colombia is a world wide renown producer of emeralds and coffee so discussing that would be a good choice of conversation. Accept invitations because refusing them is considered rude. Colombians are very formal and traditional people. The closer you get inland the more strict they are with manners. 2. Describe an unethical practice found in a country other than Canada or the United States. (2) 2. The government