Ryon Rocco Period 4

This is Italy and its flag

How to dress in Italy Your clothing will be perceived as a reflection of your social standing. Never wear scuffed, unshined or unfashionable shoes. No J’s or sneakers. Men should wear expensive ties and well-cut dark suits. No jeans. Men also often wear tie clips, cuff links, or stylish watches.

How to dress in Italy (cont.) You should only wear quality fabrics like lightweight wools and silks. Women are advised to dress simply with darker colors and accessorize with brighter colors. Women should also wear more makeup and jewelry. Perfumes are usually used by men and women.

Good Business gifts in Italy Refrain from giving a gift unless you receive one first. Your gift should be a small expensive gift that is not obviously expensive. Alcohol or crafts from your own country are smart choices. Also fine pens, flowers, silver key chains, and chocolates make good gifts as well.

Bad business gifts in Italy Gifts that showcase your company logo. Gifts wrapped in black, purple or gold paper. Black is the color of mourning and purple is the color of bad luck. Don’t give knives or sharp objects. May be interpreted as severing a friendship.

Welcoming topics of conversation Italian architecture Italian art and films Sports, especially soccer Italian Food and Wine Italian landscape Opera Culture and history of your own country

Topics to Avoid in Conversation Religion! Politics The Mafia World War 2 Criticizing or Negative comments about the Italian culture

Environment Italy is the boot shaped peninsula Italy is surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea Italy is covered by mountains from many ranges such as the Alps The main religion in Italy is Roman Catholic Italy is the 6th largest economy in the world

Environment (cont.) Key industries include automobiles, shipbuilding, chemicals, furniture, clothing, textiles, leather goods, footwear, food processing, ceramic products, components and machinery

Political Situation Italy has been a Republic since 1946 Italy’s economy ranks 7th in the world. Italy is also a founding member of the ECC which is now the EU.

Government laws and regulations Italy is the President of the Republic He is elected by the Parliament and serves for 7 years His seat of government is in Rome He controls the armed forces and judiciary You will need a passport to travel to Italy.

Government laws and regulations (cont.) If you wish to work in Italy, you have to visit the Questura and apply for a permit. Everyone over the age of 15 is required to carry an ID. Car drivers need a valid drivers license.

Import requirements Currency controls the in and out You can import goods up to the value of 175 Euros Restrictions are: Products of animal origin Animals or Plants Drugs, weapons, explosives, and medicine