# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Learn the world of Gulf Arab culture and work practices!About this EventA 2 hour cross cultural lecture: life and work with Gulf ArabsGiven by the author of 'Don't They Know It's Friday? the 4th edition since 1998; a copy can be purchased (and signed if requested) on the day. The lecture will be recorded. Networking concludes the event from 1600; cash bar.If you or your colleagues ask any of these questions this lecture could be helful!· What do ‘GCC’, ‘Magreb’ and ‘Levant’ mean?· Aren’t Arabs all the same?· What are the basics of Islam?· What’s the difference between Sunni and Shi’a Muslims?· How can I understand Gulf protocol and personal etiquette?· How should I behave and what should I wear?· I’m a businesswoman – what should I wear in the Gulf?· What do Wasta, Fatwa and Jehaad mean?· How do I address and write to an Arab business leader?· I’m giving a presentation in the Gulf; what’s important to a Gulf Arab audience?· Why do meetings with Arabs often fail to take place?· What about race, gender, same-sex and safety issues?· Why are Muslim names so confusing?· Can I serve wine if Arabs/Muslims are present?· How do I negotiate?· How will they negotiate?· How do I chase Arab debtors?· How should I select the right people for work in or with the Gulf? – what are the main attributes needed?· Should Ms Smith offer her hand for Mr Abdullah to shake? https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ce4f8740-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w654-h740-dcf0f4f4-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ce871200-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w1113-h740-dceceaec-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ceb94590-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w774-h740-dcf5e8db-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cf0d8010-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w907-h740-dceedfd4-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cf3a8380-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w657-h740-dcf0eff0-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cf69d0e0-dd86-11f0-a06d-85950054a6af-rimg-w676-h740-dce7d8c8-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 02:00 PM - 05:30 PMCross-cultural lecture for life and business in or with the Gulf countries.Info: The lecturer is Jeremy Williams OBE the author of Don't They Know It's Friday (DTKIF) now in its 4th edition and for 30 years the premier guide to life and work with nationals of the Gulf countries of Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE (its 7 Emirates include Dubai and Abu Dhabi ), and Oman. A copy of DTKIF can be purchased on the day (and signed if requested). The event is to be recorded and concludes with networking; cash bar. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/learn-the-culture-of-life-and-work-with-gulf-arabs/100001977766445679 - **Event Categories**: sports, art, literary-art, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 49.46, max: 49.46, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Victory Services Club - **lat**: 51.513971 - **long**: -0.1624055 - **full address**: Victory Services Club, 63-79 Seymour Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/09c22d2e5976df56e8d1f2e8eac53d41a7391524922cdf9a784a123f2d059719-rimg-w1200-h999-dcc1e9c2-gmir.png?v=1766223193 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs being held? - **A:** Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs takes place on Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Victory Services Club, 63-79 Seymour Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs? - **A:** Tickets for Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs are priced at GBP 49 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 49 + GBP 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs? - **A:** Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs is organized by Jeremy Williams Handshaikh. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn the culture of life and work with Gulf Arabs is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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