Turkey: Gift Giving

From ExecutivePlanet.com

Selecting and presenting an appropriate business gift

Gift giving has no real place in business relationships or etiquette. Relationship building and the like will usually take the form of dining or sight seeing trips rather than lavish gifts.

However, if a gift is given it will be accepted graciously. It is always a good idea to bring gifts from your own country such as food stuffs or craft items.

Be aware that Turkey is a Muslim country. Before giving alcohol to anyone, be 100% sure that they drink.

The only time you would need to give any great thought to gifts would be if you were invited to a Turk's home for dinner. The most common gifts to take are pastries, [especially 'baklava'] and decorative items for the home such as ornaments or vases. Flowers are not usually taken to a host, but can be if felt appropriate. It is best to ask a florist for advice on what is best to take. If the host has children, take some expensive sweets or candy.

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