Chapter 2 Communication and Intercultural communication Eastern Perspective of Commumication Definitions of communication from many Asian countries stress harmony, which is most notable in cultures with a Confucian tradition. Eastern cultures' understanding would define communication as a process where all parties are searching to develop and maintain a social relationship. Home Up Return Prev Next➢Eastern Perspective of Communication Definitions of communication from many Asian countries stress harmony, which is most notable in cultures with a Confucian tradition. Eastern cultures’ understanding would define communication as a process where all parties are searching to develop and maintain a social relationship. Chapter 2 Communication and Intercultural Communication