10Holding Your Closed Fist Up
While pointing you fist in the air all over the world it is understood as solidarity. However, in Pakistan a closed fist is the equivalent to the middle finger. That’s why you should be more careful with this gesture.
Offended country: Pakistan
Fazit: If you’re traveling and accidentally insulting the locals, do not worry too much. No one expects you to know everything about any culture, and people will smile at your mistakes rather than be angry.
The crucial things are to respect obvious local habits and try to learn the language. And most importantly, see everything with a little humor!