How to deal with Israelis

Introduction: Although Israel is small, its economy is developed and prosperous. Israel is poor in resources, and its main resource is people. The government attaches great importance to education and scientific research as a national policy. This is what I brought you about how to deal with the Israelis. I hope it helps you.

General situation of Israel

Name of country: State of Israel.

Area: The actual control area is about 25,000 square kilometers.

Population: 7.36 million, of which Jews account for 80%.

Language and religion: Hebrew and Arabic are the official languages, and English is widely used. Most residents believe in Judaism, and the rest believe in Islam, Christianity and other religions.

? Israelis have great respect for the people of China. There are many similarities between our two peoples. Both countries have a long history and culture, and both attach great importance to family. Like China people, Israelis attach great importance to the friendship between friends. During World War II, Jews were persecuted, and only Shanghai provided shelter for Jews. We have always remembered this history, and we can see the truth clearly between adversity. ? Consul general Jacques said seriously, what do you want to know? I will try my best to answer them.

Characteristics of Israelis

● National characteristics

First, the Israeli nation is characterized by not giving up easily, setting goals and constantly striving to achieve them.

Second, tenacious viability. Throughout the ages, they have suffered a lot, but the Israelis have survived with a strong will and will not be destroyed by others.

Third, Israelis attach great importance to education. No matter how poor the family is, even if there is no food, it will never give up education.

Fourth, Israel is short of natural resources, and Israelis must be strong in a certain field to survive. They invested huge material and human resources in scientific research and education, and finally survived and developed.

● Meeting etiquette

When Israelis meet for the first time, they usually shake hands and exchange business cards. Getting to know each other for the second or third time means shaking hands, or hugging and asking questions about health and life.

Communication with Israel is relatively simple. Generally, their body language can tell their emotions. If you are happy, everything will be fine. If you see them looking anxious or uncomfortable, it means there is something to pay attention to, or you are not satisfied with the result of the conversation. Generally speaking, Israelis are straightforward, right is right, wrong is wrong, and they will not beat around the bush. This may be a shortcoming, and sometimes it will offend people. For example, if the Israelis think the food is not delicious, they will say it directly.

The clothes of Israelis are similar to those of westerners. It's okay to wear dark clothes, light-colored Hanfu and smart-colored ties. Women like brighter clothes, and Israel is also a fashion designer.

Israelis like to argue with others and like challenging topics. Everyone has their own ideas. When two Israelis are together, there will be three views.

Generally speaking, Israelis are very concerned about news, and they all like to talk about sports, politics, food, culture, art and other topics. They also talk about various topics, such as family, children and life. For Israelis, there are no taboo topics. Because Israelis are highly educated and have a rich cultural knowledge structure.

Israelis have no taboos about colors and numbers.

● Catering requirements

Most Israelis are immigrants. Their catering culture is diversified, and they are willing to accept new and different things. Some people are strictly religious, and their food is strictly in accordance with religious laws. For such strict religious people, meat and dairy products cannot be eaten together, and the method of slaughtering and cooking meat must conform to Jewish teachings.

When dealing with Jews, first ask if there are any dietary taboos. If you know any taboos, order vegetables, fruits, potatoes and rice. Some Jews eat fish but fish with scales, and don't eat seafood or shells. Non-believers have no taboos and are willing to try new things. Many Jews like Chinese food very much.

Israelis are not used to smoking. They think smoking is harmful to health. In catering, Israelis generally use knives and forks, while China uses chopsticks. Many Israelis prefer to use chopsticks when eating Chinese food. For example, the consul general sometimes goes out to attend business meetings, and the host prepares knives and forks for him. In fact, for him, he prefers to use chopsticks. Also, the habit of toasting is different. Israelis drink a little wine, but not much. They don't want to get drunk.

Israelis often drink mineral water, coffee and China tea. Our official activities will provide some food according to some Jewish regulations, but official food is not provided. ? Consul General Jacques smiled. If China people invite me to dinner, I have no taboos. I like Chinese food very much. ?

Characteristics of Israeli business

● Four characteristics

Israeli businessmen have four characteristics in doing business.

First, very punctual; Second, pay attention to dress appropriately; Third, make full preparations before the meeting; Fourth, pay great attention to interpersonal relationships and abide by contracts.

Generally, they will prepare a written contract at the beginning of their business, which is very important to them. They are cautious and a little shy. They do things carefully step by step. They have established trust and friendship in their business contacts. Maybe a written contract is not very important or even necessary for them.

? For Israelis, after becoming good friends, everyone is a family relationship. ? Consul General Ayak said.

● Business skills

Israel's business intelligence is world-famous. Jews have not had their own country for thousands of years. They are scattered all over the world. What they can do is to do business, and others are not allowed to do it. After a long time, business will naturally become smart.

How do Israeli businessmen behave in their specific business?

Consul General Ayak gave an example to show that if Israel wants to sell a product, he will first introduce you to the product background and enterprise background, explain how they developed the product, how much energy and financial resources they invested, emphasize that the product has a good market prospect, then introduce a product in detail, emphasize good quality and durability, and finally quote you the price of the product, even if the price is high.

Israeli businessmen will also spend some time doing some public relations activities, such as inviting them to dinner and going to the theatre. If you become a long-term partner, they will remember your birthday and ask you to take your family out to play.

● Good at capturing business opportunities.

95% of the work of the Israeli Consulate General in Shanghai is to promote economic, trade and cultural cooperation between Israel and China.

There is an Israel-Israel Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, which holds regular activities, including some opportunities for cooperation between China and Israel. Israeli delegations often visit China, and China delegations also visit Israel. These mutual visits contain a lot of business opportunities. There are exhibitions. For example, in March every year, Israelis will send a delegation to China to participate in the semiconductor exhibition, and in May every year, China businessmen will go to Israel to participate in the agricultural exhibition. Through bilateral exchanges, both companies have gained many business opportunities.

Business customs

When doing business with Israeli companies, China companies should pay attention to the following matters:

A please use English to communicate with Israeli companies (fax or letter).

B. Israeli company hopes that foreign partners can reply to this letter as soon as possible. If you think it will take a week to reply to the Israeli company, please fax them first.

When you introduce yourself to an Israeli company, please focus on your main business. If the business spans multiple unrelated departments, it will leave a casual impression. It is best to attach a product catalogue (English catalogue) when introducing the situation.

D. Israeli companies regard commercial contracts as the basis of cooperation. Once this contract is agreed and signed by both parties, neither party may violate it or change it at will.

You should also know other relevant information:

A. Transportation: Israel's ZIM Shipping Company started flights between China and Israel. Israel Airlines has regular flights between Beijing and Tel Aviv.

B. Tariff terms: Israel and China signed a trade agreement in 1992, which normalized the trade relations between the two countries.

China enjoys most-favored-nation tariff treatment for Israeli exports. Most products exported from China to Israel do not need an Israeli import license. Some products, such as textiles, require import licenses, which are automatically issued by the Israeli Ministry of Industry and Trade. However, some products, such as porcelain, batteries and toys, must be approved and certified by the Israel Standards Association before entering Israel.

All import formalities and required import licenses are usually handled by Israeli importers.

◆ Israeli exports to China enjoy the lowest tariff treatment imposed by China on imports from friendly countries.

C The working day in Israel is from Sunday to Friday, but many companies and government departments don't go to work on Fridays. Working hours are from 8: 00 am/9: 00 am to 4: 00 pm/5: 00 pm.

Main taboo

Every Saturday, that is, the Jewish Sabbath, elevators in some buildings in Israel are equipped with automatic buttons in advance, and stop automatically every other floor without pressing the buttons. It is forbidden to take photos in Jewish residential areas, especially foreigners. Smoking is not allowed in public places.

1, the Sabbath when all traffic stops.

The Jewish Sabbath begins on Friday when the sun enters the sea and ends on Saturday night. Most restaurants, cinemas and other places closed during this period, and public transportation stopped. On the Sabbath, all transport agencies in Jerusalem stopped working. On this day, tourists had better not take a bus to the Orthodox Jewish community. Otherwise, those Jews will angrily throw stones at the people in the car.

2. Don't praise Arab countries.

Disputes between Israel and Arab countries are endless. Religious reasons are the root of this dispute. Muslims regard Jerusalem as their holy land, and this problem is still difficult to solve. So when you go to Israel or Arab countries, you should avoid praising the other country, or you will definitely get into trouble.

3. Dietary taboos

It comes from biblical dietary regulations, according to which Jews can only eat certain kinds of meat and fish. Pork and rabbit meat, as well as shellfish, are unacceptable There are no wings and scales in the water, such as birds, crawling things with wings, locusts, grasshoppers, crickets and grasshoppers, which can all be eaten. In addition, dairy tableware must be used separately from meat tableware. Fish, eggs, fruits and vegetables can be eaten with meat or dairy products. Tableware used for dairy products and meat should be used, cleaned and stored separately. Cooking is not allowed on the Sabbath, only food prepared in advance can be simmered. Usually such food is Cholent (cooked the day before) or Kugel (similar to noodles). According to Jewish teachings, Jews do not eat pork and jellyfish, and cannot eat meat and dairy products together. Animals are slaughtered humanely, and it is forbidden to eat prohibited foods such as blood, pork and scalless fish. Israelis don't eat pork, beef can be eaten, but only cows slaughtered by Jewish priests can be eaten if they are not too painful. They also have some taboos: beef and milk can't be cooked at the same time and can't be eaten together. Scaleless fish are also prohibited.

There are many dietary taboos in Judaism. About blood, the old testament? Leviticus says that the Lord warned Israel. If anyone in the house of Israel or a foreigner living among them eats any blood, I will set my face against the person who eats blood and cut him off from his people. ?

4. Say something casually? sorry Unable to complete the task

If you made any mistakes in Israel, just say so. sorry , often can't let go. Once you make a mistake, you must clearly tell the reason of the mistake, and then discuss and communicate with each other. If you omit this point, just use one sentence? Excuse me. If you want to go there, you will attract the contempt of the other party. First of all, you should give reasons why you are like this. You can't say that you respect each other unless the other person understands them thoroughly.

5. When visiting Jewish holy places and churches,

Most Israelis don't stick to etiquette, but if you go to the holy land, etiquette can't be ignored, and it is very strict. To enter Jewish holy places or churches, men must wear something called. Goba？ Hat. When entering a Muslim church, you must take off your shoes, and when entering a Christian church barefoot, you must take off your hat. When visiting these places, we should not treat them as tourists. The atmosphere should be serious, and you must never talk and laugh all the way.

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