Essay from the year 2009 in the subject Communications - Intercultural Communication, grade: 1,0, University of the Sunshine Coast Queensland (University of the Sunshine Coast), language: English, abstract: This essay reflects differences in culture and negotiation between Russia and Switzerland. According to Hofstede´s value dimensions, main differences are shown and explained in a very deep way of historical background. Furthermore, this masterpiece is giving recommendations for Russian business people in terms of their negotiation tactic, preparation and behaviour in Switzerland during negotiations.