business dealing among portugese companies are based heavily on trust. after an agreement to conduct business is entered into,it is difficult to break unless there are extreme,uncontrollable factors at work. this is due to the fear of 'losing face" if one cannot keep a business commitment. in addition to business application,society at large reflects the portugese concern for trustworthiness.crime rates are quite low,and the street of portugal's largest cities are very safe to walk at night