The friction rubs both ways with the French and Germans

Article Abstract:

A vast cultural gap lies between France and Germany. Despite claims that these two European nations are 'made for each other,' it is undeniable that the French and the Germans have markedly different ways of doing things, particularly in the area of management. French managers are more emotional and more oriented toward personal prestige, while their German counterparts are more sober and technocratic. The French tend to be more people-oriented, whereas the Germans are more fact-oriented. Even time is viewed differently in the two countries. Time is quantified in Germany, but it is considered flexible in France. One management style is not necessarily better than the other, but they are admittedly different and this makes cooperation between the French and the German highly problematic.

Germany, Behavior, German foreign relations, Germans, French, French (European people)

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No hatred, but plenty of shivers

Article Abstract:

France generally is supportive of the idea of a unified Germany, but there are those in France who remember the costs of the three major Franco-German wars and are nervous about the potential of Germany to dominate the European Community economically. However, it is acknowledged that communication between France and Germany is better than it ever was before World War II, and the two countries are important trade partners. These facts are helping France to maintain a positive attitude about the unification which will benefit Germany and ultimately France.

Analysis, West Germany, German reunification question (1949-1990), Germany, West, West German foreign relations

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An entente cordiale mired in stereotypes

Article Abstract:

The British and the French have a history of misunderstanding in business and social interactions because of cultural differences, but increased communication may improve future business relations between the two countries.

United Kingdom, International aspects, Negotiation, Negotiations, Social change, Business communication, Cultural relations, Great Britain

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