People should follow the customs and traditions when people start to live in a new country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many people argue that foreigners should adapt to the local

customs

and

traditions

when comes to residing in a new

country

. I completely agree with

this

view.

Newcomers

will undoubtedly face difficulties if they do not conform to the norms of social behaviour in most countries.

Firstly

, it will become almost impossible for them to blend into their new environment.

For example

, an entrepreneur who comes to live in a new

country

and starts up a business must be aware of the business practices of that

country

. There are bound to be many pitfalls, not only legal ones but

also

simply in terms of winning and keeping customers.

Secondly

, recent immigrants might fall foul of the law if they do not respect the behaviour and

customs

of locals. In Singapore,

for instance

, residents will consider

newcomers

dirty and ill-mannered if they litter the street or spit gum in public places. There are

also

many benefits for foreigners when they do adopt the

customs

and

traditions

of their new

country

of residence. One advantage is that local people will be more welcoming when they feel that the

newcomers

are showing respect for the local way of life. The establishment of closer links with the host community might lead to greater integration and mutual understanding. Another benefit is the richness of the experience that

newcomers

will gain from enjoying aspects of local

customs

and

traditions

, enabling them to participate in community life and avoid social isolation. During festivals and national holidays, especially, they will feel like they “belong” in their new

country

. In conclusion, I would argue that it is essential for new residents to follow the

traditions

and habits of locals in the host community in order to integrate fully into society.