It is important to understand that Indonesia is a vast tropical country of sprawling archipelago with extremely diverse culture. Each of these Indonesian ethnic groups have their own culture, tradition and may speak their own language. Each of them may adhere different religions that have their own rules. These combinations made Indonesia a complex mixture of traditions that may differ from one place to another. Indonesia have a Muslim majority population, and some points of etiquette in the Middle East apply. Following are some key points of Indonesian etiquette:[2]
It is important to be considerate of other people's dignity. Shaming or humiliating people in public is considered extremely rude.[3]
Always use your right hand, when shaking hands, offering a gift, handing or receiving something, eating, pointing or generally touching another person.[3]