Etiquette in Asia varies as much from country to country as it does in any other part of the world, even though certain actions may seem to be in common.No article on the rules of etiquette, nor any list of faux pas, can ever be complete. As the perception of behaviors and actions vary, intercultural competence is essential. However, a lack of knowledge about the customs and expectations of Asian people can make even the best intentioned person seem rude, foolish, or worse.