They are polite and go for the soft sell. Listen carefully to Malays. They will avoid saying things directly. You must learn to read between the lines. Dining and Entertainment Entertaining is an important part of doing business.
Most business entertaining is done in restaurants.
Most important meetings are followed with lunch or dinner. Be sure to reciprocate any dinner with a dinner of equal value. Spouses may be invited to dinner when the meal will not involve business discussions. Do not bring spouses to a business lunch. Drinks are offered and accepted with both hands.