Appreciation gift from the client - PMI Code of conduct

Hello Folks,

Can anyone please confirm as per PMI Code of conduct whether a Project Manager should accept the gift of appreciation from the client or politely deny it?

Here is the question-

You recently went on an official trip to another country to discuss a business proposition with a potential vendor. The vendor took you out for lunch and offered you gifts, as it is customary in that country. You must:

Choice 1 Tell the vendor that you cannot accept the gifts as per company policy.

Choice 2 Accept the gifts as it is a local custom and promptly inform your manager.

Choice 3 Return the gifts, because accepting them could be interpreted as a personal gain.

Choice 4 Accept the gifts, as they are not very expensive.

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