A Little History Essay

In a government sponsored website one tush find the following information regarding the ancestry of well-nigh Taiwanese Archaeologists have found evidence of past human habitation in Taiwan that dates back 12,000 to 15,000 years, and suggests that the earliest ancestors of Taiwans present inhabitants came from at least two places southern chinaware and Austronesia. Early settlers from southern China settled in Union and central Taiwan (see Taiwan website). Aside from its proximity to China this historical trivia provides an expla republic why Taiwan is very kindred to China.This also explains the influence of Chinese culture that is so evident in the whole of Taiwan culture. Food is the adjacent thing to culture and since Taiwan is closely related to Mainland China in terms of culture, there is also a significant similarity in the way feed is prepared. This is a factor to consider for any expatriate coming in to work. If the expatriate is used to feeding Chinese food then th ere is no problem adjusting to the culinary preference of the Taiwanese people.The thrift In the CIA World Factbook a bright outlook is seen with regards to business opportunities, Taiwan has a dynamic capitalist economy with gradually decreasing guidance of investment and foreign trade by government political science Exports have provided the primary impetus for industrialization. The trade surplus is substantial, and foreign reserves are the worlds third largest China has overtaken the US to become Taiwans largest export market (see CIA). The last parameter in the above-mentioned information, the one about China becoming the number export market for this nation speaks volumes about the economic potential of Taiwan.This also tells of its strategic position. Moreover, judging from this business relationship in evoke of the shaky political relationship with the Peoples Republic of China hints at Taiwans seriousness to overcome any obstacle to become a serious economic player in the region, in Asia and the world in general. Conclusion Looking at Taiwan and South Korea there is non much difference. This elbow room that if I am forced to go to either one then I will be able to survive, thrive, and most probably succeed.Yet, since I have a choice in this matter, then I will choose Taiwan over South Korea. The following reasons supports my decision. Culture As mentioned earlier my family originally came from China. This means that I was raised in a family that practices or even cherishes value similar to those in China. Now, since Taiwan is considered part of China then it also implies that both countries share similar cultural traits. The same could not be said of South Korea whose culture is very different from the Chinese of mainland China.Having similar culture could also mean that it will take me a shorter amount of time to detect the dos and donts of the Taiwanese culture. This translates to efficiency and promotion up the corporate ladder. This also means less(prenominal) mistakes and an increase in customer satisfaction. It also enable me to contribute in terms of give inputs on how to improve servcie since I fully understand what the Taiwanes customers are actually saying and not scarce interpreting their words into English and assuming that translated words are the actual intent of their communication.Food The closest thing to culture is food. In this aspect Taiwanese cuisine is similar to those in the mainland. This means that less trouble for me nutrition wise. Many have said that the most difficult part in hybrid over other culture is not the different clothes and not even the language barrier. What is most difficult according to many is learning to stomach the exotic foods available in a exceptional locale.