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Great tips for expats and people traveling to Myanmar

Bordered by India, China and Thailand, Myanmar is a fascinating county located in South East Asia. It is a country rich in natural resources such as jade, gold and oil, but also in cultural terms with beautiful temples, friendly people & excellent food. The capital city is Naypyidaw. Due to the religion influence of Buddhism, Myanmar has many temples throughout the country. Myanmar was previously known as Burma and was considered a rogue country during the oppressive rule of a military junta from 1962 to 2011. Luckily, the country has transitioned to a democracy with the help of Aung San Suu Kyi. Note that civil strife and riots can often occur in the capital, so take adequate precautions and stay up to date on the situation there.

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Why you need international health insurance in Hong Kong

Located on the southeast coast of China, Hong Kong is known as a dynamic metropolis as Asia’s World City. Once a fishing village, Hong Kong has become a cosmopolitan centre where Chinese culture blends with Western culture. Many expatriates are living and working in Hong Kong, but expats need to remember that medical care in the territory is very expensive, so it is crucial to obtain global medical insurance coverage.

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10 Great reasons for expats to move to Panama

reasons to move to Panama

Bordered by Costa Rica to the west, the Caribbean to the north, Panama is a popular location considered as one of the best destinations for relocation by many expatriates. In fact, the New York Times picked Panama as the number one place to travel in 2012. In this article, we will give you 10 great reasons to move to Panama.

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Potential end of Iran sanctions may open the country to expatriates

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It has been announced recently that Iran and the Western powers, especially the United States, have reached a preliminary deal on the nuclear issue with Iran. There have been intense negotiations between the major Western powers and Iran for many months. It is anticipated that if a nuclear deal is finally reached and approved, then sanctions will slowly be lifted.

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Venezuelan Currency Problems Impact on Expat Insurers

Venezuelan Currency Problems

There has been a steep devaluation of the Venezuelan Bolivar in recent months. Official exchange rates defined by organizations like Dow Jones – that are used in the claims reimbursement process by many expatriate group insurance companies, no longer reflect market exchange rates. Continuing to do so could lead to reimbursing claims for amounts that are disproportionate to the actual market value of the expenses.

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