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GREETINGS AROUND THE WORLD
Russia: A firm handshake
In Russia, a firm handshake is the standard way for men to greet one another in public.
New Zealand: Hongi (touching noses)
Known as hongi, this traditional Māori greeting in New Zealand is done by pressing your nose and forehead to another person’s at the same time.
Greenland: Kunik
This one is a greeting typically done with those you’re close with. To perform it, place your nose and upper lip against the cheek or forehead of the other person and take a breath.