Maltese culture and business etiquette

For centuries, various foreign authorities such as the Arabs, Sicilians, British, French, Aragonites, Romans, French, and Normans, Greeks, Swabians, and Hospitallers have influenced the culture of Malta. It gained its independence from Britain after World War II and went forth in 1964 to become a member of the Commonwealth before being acknowledged as a republic in 1974. Malta follows ways of the Roman Catholic religion, despite the influence of other religions on the island. This study will explore Malta in relation to its cultural setting, such as religion, education, politics, economy, music, and sports. Also, the paper will closely examine the Maltese business etiquette in relation to the attitudes and behaviors of the Maltese people and their business environment. Also, English is perceived as the second engaging language in Malta while Italian and German are being used on rare occasions.

Thus, the Maltese language plays an essential role in the subject of the creation of unity and identity as part of Maltese culture (Worldatlas). Despite the fact that Malta is part of the EU, it does not justify its identity as part of Europe, but rather as a unique country that serves a link between Northern Africa and Europe. Lifestyle and Geography Family and social interactions are highly treated as part of the Maltese culture, with Malta supporting collectivism rather than individualism (Cultural Atlas). The fact that Malta allows various viewpoints toward life demonstrates that it a weak society in “Uncertainty Avoidance Index” (Hofstede Insights). com). In terms of politics, Malta runs a political system that is made up of two prominent political parties, called the “Labor Party” and “Nationalist Party”, hence illustrating to be a large power distance country.

Education is an important aspect in Malta and school is unavoidable as from the age of five to sixteen years old (Maltabuib. com). Malta has a variety of education institutions owned by the Catholic Church and other private sectors. Also, the country scores high in tax payment and in ensuring security for minority investors. English is commonly used during business occasions in Malta including in, commercial documents, legal documents, and official correspondence. To carry out business in Malta requires patience due to regulations and restrictions that slow the process. Business culture in Malta stresses that one acknowledges phone calls and emails quickly since the country expect correspondence and prompt services during business activities (Global Media). Maltese culture is highly family-oriented following the fact that religion, especially Catholicism, influences this society.

Malta’s business etiquette calls for the use of a handshake as the official business greeting and the exchange of business cards during or after the meeting. Eye contact is important during a business meeting since it shows trust when building connection. Those in senior positions prefer to be addressed using Mr. or Mrs. followed by their surname. This study explores Malta in relation to its cultural setting, focusing on its people, religion, education, politics, economy, music, and sports. Also, the paper closely examines the Maltese business etiquette with regards to the attitudes and behaviors of Maltese and their business environment. Work Cited Page Scholtens, Bert, & Dam, Lammertjan. Cultural values and International Differences in Business Ethics. Journal of Business Ethics, 2007. sbs.