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Kuwait proposes pro-expat law for first time in almost a decade
Kuwaiti lawmakers break the mould by publishing new expat-friendly laws
The emirate’s new legislation is expected to increase annual leave entitlement to 40 days and increase indemnity and monthly salaries by 15 per cent for around 1.7 million expatriates working in the private sector. Coordination between Kuwait’s foreign ministry...
Dubai life for newly arrived expat professionals
Dubai is a favourite for expats desperate for a chance to develop their careers, but what’s it really like to live there?
The majority of expat professionals in Dubai are on reassignment from their multinational employers, and make up around 80 per cent of the emirate’s entire population. Almost everyone speaks English, making the...
Expat influx causing massive housing shortages in the Netherlands
Eindhoven’s attraction for expat entrepreneurs, startups and students has caused its local government to initiate a five-year residential unit construction plan.
The plan is a joint effort between central government, its provincial arm and the urban area’s regional municipalities and will involve the building of some 27,000 homes. The...
Expat professionals biding their time before quitting Brexit Britain
Recruiters for Gulf State jobs are expecting a boom in expat professional applicants due to the fallout from Brexit.
UAE-based consultancies haven’t seen an uptick in applications as yet, but they believe once the economic reality of Brexit becomes apparent the migration will begin. Analysts now believe some 80,000 jobs will be lost in...
Spain tops list of world?s healthiest expat destinations
Out of 169 world countries, the British expat hub of Spain has topped the lists as the best country for expat health and wellbeing.
Spain roared past last years’ winner, Italy, rising a full six places and leading the study for th first time. The survey, conducted by Bloomberg, judged each country on its life expectancy whilst deleting...
Where to go if Thailand doesn?t want you any more
For decades, anywhere south of the USA border with Mexico has been the destination of choice for American retirees due to easy access to the home country and ready-made expat communities.
Since the rush to retire overseas became truly international, the Mexican border with North America has been the favourite exit for literally millions of...
Malaysian government planning to kick out all but top expat talent
Many expats living and working in Malaysia are confused and shocked over reports the government only wants top-salaried expatriate professionals.
However, long-stay expats and those familiar with Malaysian politics aren’t quite so surprised about lawmakers’ increasing lack of appreciation of the part expatriates play in the...
Siem Reap?s Fabulous French Week tempts would-be expats to Cambodia
If you’re living in another Southeast Asian country and considering a permanent change of scene in Cambodia, the upcoming Siem Reap French Week 2019 is a great reason for an exploratory visit.
Given that absolutely no-one should decide on a new location without at least a brief visit, would-be expats could well become budget...
Expat professionals in South Africa concerned over their futures
Foreign professionals with specific skills important to the economy are now concerned about their futures In South Africa.
A copy of a truncated list of essential skills is now circulating amongst South Africa’s expat community and is, according to those who’ve seen it, marked ‘draft confidential’. The list outlines a number of...
Demand for talented tech expats soars as the worldwide sector expands
As the number of expatriates working in countries all over the world continues to grow, would-be emigrants need to know where they fit best.
Even although communications technology has changed the patterns of working life and made face-to-face meetings almost redundant, expatriation for career progression is now a phenomenon, especially...
