The Dance of December: Understanding Global Holiday Protocols

In the soft glow of December’s festivities, a simple “Merry Christmas” can bridge hearts or create unanticipated misunderstandings. I observed, assuming Christmas is celebrated the same way everywhere isn’t just a social faux pas—it’s a window into a deeper cultural misunderstanding that can affect international business relationships in profound ways. The Early Bird Doesn’t Always … Read more

Protocol and Diplomacy as you never seen before World’s First Travelling Exhibition

The Association of International Protocol Professionals (hereinafter: AIPP), Hungary’s national protocol association of over 150 members co-organised the world’s first and only exhibition on protocol and diplomacy in the Hungarian National Museum of Trade and Tourism. The niche exhibition is unique both in Hungary and abroad, with a precedent value due to its content. Its … Read more

Religious protocol in the light of Pope Francis’ visit to Budapest

Pope Francis is to pay a visit to Budapest on September 12, 2021: His Holiness is taking part in the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress. This remarkable event brings new aspects to religious protocol, not solely for believers. These days, we live in constant encounters of cultures. Believers and sceptics are both faced with different behavioural … Read more