🇰🇷 South Korea Meeting Culture

Meetings in South Korea are hierarchical and relationship-oriented, reflecting Confucian values and respect for seniority.

  • Meetings are arranged well in advance and participants are selected based on rank equivalence.
  • Business cards are exchanged using both hands, accompanied by a slight bow.
  • Senior members speak first; juniors wait to be invited before expressing opinions.
  • Follow-up communication is expected promptly and in written form.