CHAPTER 4

Cultural and Legal Environment

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After reading this chapter, you should be able to:

  • Identify the different dimensions of culture and its implications for international business
  • Examine cultural factors influencing countries’ business practices
  • Understand the interrelationship between national, regional, and international legal frameworks in the international business environment
  • Assess the dynamics of ethics in international business

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA—A BRITAIN’S NATIONAL DISH

Chicken tikka masala got christened as a “true British national dish” in 2001 by the then foreign minister Robin Cook, as it is a testament to UK’s status as a multicultural epicenter. The dish is a delicious curry, consisting ...

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