The people of Taiwan value hard work, patience, humility, friendliness and respect for others. They are highly motivated and centered around the extended family, their most important economic resource. They dislike loud, showy and unrefined behavior. Meeting and Greeting A nod of the head or a slight bow is considered polite for the first meeting. Handshakes are generally only for males who are friends.
Introductions are important.
Do not introduce yourself. Instead, have a third person introduce you. At a party or business meeting, wait to be introduced by the host. Body Language Do not touch anyone, especially a baby, on top of the head. Affection for the opposite sex is not shown in public.