Man greeting Man - Men shake hands when greeting one another and usually kiss once on each cheek if they are good friends or family.  Handshakes tend to be warm and may linger a bit.  If you do not know someone at all or are in a formal setting, a hand shake or a simple nod is appropriate.  When greeting friends, it is common to ask how the family is doing and touch on other general topics. 

Woman greeting Woman- A light handshake is common during initial meetings.  Good friends and family usually greet each other with kisses, once on each cheek. If you do not know someone at all or are in a formal setting, a hand shake or a simple nod is appropriate. When greeting friends, it is common to ask how the family is doing and touch on other general topics. 

Greetings between Men & Women-  A simple handshake is common during initial meetings. It is best to allow the woman to extend her hand or offer her cheek first.  If the hand is not extended, than a slight bow or nod is the polite thing for men to do. Good friends and family usually greet each other with kisses, once on each cheek. When greeting friends, it is common to ask how the family is doing and touch on other general topics. 

Note: It is taboo for religiously observant men to touch women and vice-versa.