World | cultural diplomacy What Not To Do in Foreign Lands Tabloid offers how-to guide for provoking international incidents By Paul Stinson Posted Dec 17, 2008 6:56 PM CST Copied A Toyota senior manager, left, exchanges his name card with a visitor. To immediately stuff a received business card into one's back pocket would be the height of insult in Japan. (AP Photo) Taking its cue from the infamous shoe-toss of an Iraqi journalist—a sign of high contempt in his culture—the Daily Mirror presents a how-to guide for provoking international incidents: Buddhist countries: Nothing raises eyebrows or ire more than a pat on the head, as that's where locals believe the seat of the soul is located. Russia: Flash your hosts the "OK" sign to give an insult with a sexual undertone. Japan: After receiving someone’s business card, immediately fling it onto your desk. Korea: Smile at a stranger and show your contempt for his lack of intelligence. Argentina: Arrive punctually for a dinner date to clearly express your level of greed. For the rest, click below. Read These Next Mark Zuckerberg's 'list' has Silicon Valley buzzing. Tillis, who opposes Trump bill, won't seek reelection. Musk renews attack on Trump's bill. Hall of Famer Dave Parker dies Report an error