Team leaders were given advice on the "dos and don’ts" of Chinese culture in the final presentation of the two-day meeting, according to the OIympic Council of Asia (OCA).

As well as learning basic greetings in Chinese, they were informed that kissing on the cheek and hugging were not accepted and that a handshake would suffice.

The Hangzhou 2022 Organising Committee (HAGOC) suggested guests use chopstick during meals but warned them not to leave them sticking upright in a bowl of rice or porridge.

This can be viewed as disrespectful to people sitting nearby or whoever prepared the food as the chopsticks should be placed on the edge of the bowl or in the chopsticks holder.

Delegates were also informed about Chinese table etiquette, drink-driving laws and a warning that sexual harassment was a serious criminal offence and could result in severe punishment.

Other advice covered waste sorting and environment protection as part of China’s no smoking policy in public areas.

Chefs de Mission of all 45 Asian nations set to compete at Hangzhou 2022 have been in the Chinese city to get an update on plans for the continental multi-sport event.

Yesterday saw team leaders go on a tour of the venues that are due to be used during the Asian Games.

The HAGOC said the meeting had successfully concluded after discussing 17 issues including competition services, anti-doping and accreditation over the two days.

OCA vice-president Song Luzeng attended the final meeting along with Chinese Olympic Committee vice-presidents Li Lingwei and Yang Shuan.

Hangzhou Mayor Yao Gaoyuan also delivered a closing speech.

Hangzhou was originally scheduled to stage the Asian Games last year only for the multi-sport event to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Around 25,000 athletes and officials are expected to take part at the Games, that are set to be held from September 23 to October 8.