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Both countries have power rooted in their society and consider it something natural; they reflect a
society that believes people are acceptable. In the case of Brazil, the different distribution of
power justifies the fact that power holders have more benefits than less powerful in society. In the
same form, in Colombia this inequality is accepted in all layers of society. Regarding uncertainty
avoidance, in Brazil as in all societies with high Uncertainty Avoidance, bureaucracy, laws and rules
are very important to make the world a safer place to live. Brazilians need to have good and
relaxing moments in their daily life, chatting with colleagues, enjoying a long meal, or dancing with
guests and friends. In the same for, Colombian society deals with the fact that the future can never
be known; this depends on the opinion of the ingroup, on whether the group feels that the rules
apply to its members and ultimately on the decision of the power holders, who create their own
rules.
On the other hand, in aspects such as body language and norms, Brazil and Colombia have their
differences; as is the case that in Brazil is customary to greet with two or three kisses on the cheek
in both men and women, whereas in Colombia is only one kiss and generally is in greeting
between men and women. The norms in Brazil prohibit people from transporting fruits and
vegetables when entering the country while in Colombia there are no such regulations, it is also
prohibited in Brazil to take photos of wild animals or to buy and sell them.