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Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan – Cost of Living

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Brunei is small but wealthy with a mixture of foreign and domestic entrepreneurship, government regulation, welfare measures, and village tradition. Crude oil and natural gas production account for nearly half of its GDP. Substantial income from overseas … Continue reading →

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Bhutan, Thimphu – Cost of Living

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Bhutan is based on agriculture, forestry, tourism and the sale of hydroelectric power to India. Agriculture provides the main livelihood for more than 80 percent of the population. Agrarian practices consist largely of subsistence farming and animal … Continue reading →

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Bermuda, Hamilton – Cost of Living

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Bermuda is very affluent and has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world, having successfully exploited its location by providing financial services for international firms and luxury tourist facilities. Hamilton is located on the … Continue reading →

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Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo – Cost of Living

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Xpatulator

The eceonomy of Bosnia and Herzegovina faces the dual problem of rebuilding a war-torn country and introducing market reforms to its formerly centrally-planned economy. Although agriculture is almost all in private hands, farms are generally small and inefficient, and the … Continue reading →

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Bolivia, La Paz – Cost of Living

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Bolivia is characterised by the lowest GDP per capita in South America. However, the country is rich in natural resources and has the second largest natural gas reserves in South America. Bolivia is also estimated to have … Continue reading →

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Belgium, Brussels – Cost of Living

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Belgium is a modern, private enterprise economy that has capitalized on its central geographic location, highly developed transport network, and diversified industrial and commercial base. Brussels is the de facto capital city of the European Union (EU) … Continue reading →

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Belarus, Minsk – Cost of Living

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Xpatulator

The Belarusian economy remains largely state-controlled. Thus approximately half of Belarusians are employed by state-controlled companies. The country relies on imports such as oil from Russia. Important agricultural products include potatoes and cattle byproducts, including meat. As of 1994, the … Continue reading →

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Benin, Cotonou – Cost of Living

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Benin remains underdeveloped and dependent on subsistence agriculture, cotton production, and regional trade. Cotton accounts for 40% of GDP and roughly 80% of official export receipts. Cotonou is the economic capital of Benin, as well as its … Continue reading →

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Belize, Belmopan – Cost of Living

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Xpatulator

The economy of Belize is small and essentially private enterprise economy that is based primarily on agriculture, agro-based industry, and merchandising, with tourism and construction recently assuming greater importance. Belmopan is the capital of Belize. Belmopan is the seat of … Continue reading →

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Why are Expatriates paid differently to local people?

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Xpatulator

Most countries have a two tier Pay Market. The two distinct pay markets are typically an Expatriate Market and a Local Market.   The Expatriate Market is largely determined by the origin of each Expatriate. It is quite normal to … Continue reading →

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