1. Italy Nate Zgola Per. 9 33902

2. Introduction of Italy The population of Italy is 58,145,321. The land area is 113,521 sq mi. Some natural resources are coal, mercury, zinc, and marble. Some major trading partners from Italy are Germany, France, U.S, and Spain.

3. Map of Italy

4. Tips on Dressing Men should wear expensive, sophisticated ties and well-cut dark suits. Choose only quality fabrics, such as light- weight wools and silks.

5. Gifts to Bring to a Meeting Your gift should be small, and not very expensive. Alcohol and crafts from your own country. Flowers and chocolates. Never bring and even amount of flowers.

6. Topics of Conversation Sports, especially soccer. Italian food and wine. Current Events. Opera. Italian arts and films. History and current affairs.

7. Environment of Italy There’s plenty of beautiful mountains. Located in Europe. It’s known to be cool, and warm. The sea in Italy is one of the best things in Italy’s environment.

8. Political Situations Senator Marini is the head senate of Italy. The elections are always close in Italy. Everything in Italy is made up of strong political parties.

9. Laws and Regulations Placing the hand on the stomach signifies dislike, usually for another person. Generally, the Italians prefer third-party introductions whenever possible. Italians will not hesitate to greet people they know with an embrace. Pointing with the index and little finger is a gesture used only when wishing someone bad luck.

10. Import Requirements Tobacco products 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco Alcohol: 1 liter of spirits over 22 % vol. or 2 liters of fortified wine or sparkling wine 2 liters of still wine Perfume: 50 Grams Prohibitions and restrictions Drugs, Medicines, Weapons, Explosive Material and Pornographic Materials

11. Religion 74% of Italian citizens responded that they believe there is a God ; 16% answered that they believe there is some sort of spirit or life force ; 6% answered that they do not believe there is any sort of spirit, God, or life force.