Recommendations for Chinese Banquet Etiquette

ENTERING
Banquets are usually held in restaurants in private rooms that have been reserved for the purpose. All members of your delegation should arrive together and on time. You will be met at the door and escorted to the banquet room, where the hosts are likely to have assembled. Traditionally, the head of your delegation should enter the room first. Do not be surprised if your hosts greet you with a loud round of applause. The proper response is to applaud back.
Seating Arrangements
Seating arrangements are based on rank and stricter than in the West. This is another reason why…