The practice of politics in the East may be defined by one word: dissimulation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Eastern politics is characterized by a practice of deception and hiding true intentions.
- In plain terms
- Politics in the East is all about lying and hiding what you really mean.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of political deception in Eastern contexts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is dissimulation unique to Eastern politics?
- How does deception affect trust?
Another view
This generalizes diverse political cultures and risks stereotyping.
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