International etiquette is essential for building up strong and well-established international relationships between peoples and nations because different cultural encounters have been frequent and unavoidable even when there are occurrences of global pandemic that might have impeded people from having close physical contacts. Despite not meeting in a real physical space, people who communicate across the border via videoconferencing still need to oblige to the rules of the manners in order to establish firm and sounding international relations. Therefore, acquiring international etiquette is no longer the requirement met by diplomats only. Anyone who is interested or involved in international affairs must all learn how to utilize international etiquette to make themselves become more welcomed and successful people around the world. Although understanding the art of international etiquette is not a difficult task, to master and even apply it in real contexts takes a lot of time and efforts, especially when you come across situations that involve cross-cultural communications. Since international etiquette varies across different nations and cultures, the things you learn about it are likely not to be applicable to those of other countries as people around the world have their different customs, values and beliefs. It is, thus, hard to judge who has done the right thing about the etiquette even though there are basics to follow. Take the example of making a hand gesture, having your thumb up means you're praising for something in a culture. Yet, in another culture, it is seen as a threat. You only have to be more sensitive to those cultural differences and learn the nuisances or the variances regarding the practice of etiquette internationally. International etiquette covers many aspects of our daily life. Almost all the details in our life need to pay attention to. Particular rules are set for receiving guests, greeting people, dining, table manners, seat arrangements, costumes, visiting people and signing contracts etc. Each item listed above all has their specific guidelines that need to be followed. One has to make sure not to violate the rules so that they won't become a laughing stock or an embarrassment in front of people. For instance, when a host or someone whose rank is higher than you is driving a car to take you somewhere, you should sit in the front seat beside him or her not seating yourself at the back. If you sit in the back seat, it shows you have been rude to your host or superior by treating him or her as a driver. Many people are unaware of the manners associated with the seat arrangement. They often unknowingly offend people because they are ignorant. Therefore, obtaining the knowledge of international etiquette and putting it into practice is a must for everyone.