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Bern takes top spot in international expat liveability index

With clean air and low crime rates, Bern remains the most liveable city for European expatriates in the latest Location Ratings Report from ECA International.

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New Schools Index ranks 125 best schools in the world

New York now world's costliest city for expats

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Data shows UK net migration driven by ‘real business need’

UK expecting more visa curbs to cut migration

Hong Kong still costliest for expats

For the second time in a month, a major survey of living costs in cities across the globe has identified Hong Kong as the most expensive location for employees sent abroad to live and work.

Expats still paying most in Hong Kong

Hong Kong has topped the ratings for the second year in a row as the most expensive city for expats to live in, according to the 2022 survey from ECA International.

UK homes top agenda of Hong Kong buyers

Estate agents and home builders in the UK are gearing up for a fresh surge in purchases from Hong Kong citizens.

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Competition for international school places in Singapore intensifies

The cost of debentures for Hong Kong’s international schools have fallen by a third. This as international schools in Singapore sees a rising number of enquiries and a shortfall of places.

More Hong Kong expats head for the exit

Almost half of European companies with hubs in Hong Kong are planning to relocate to other centres overseas this year, according to a new survey.

NY and London stay atop financial rankings

Despite fears that London could lose its standing as a leading financial hub because of Brexit-related relocations to the EU, the City has retained its second place in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI).

Climate change tops global investors’ agenda

Climate change is becoming of fast-growing importance to business decisions being made by many of the world's largest institutional investors, according to a new survey.

Hong Kong visa applicants top 100,000

More than 100,000 Hong Kong residents applied to live, work and study in the UK last year under the British National (Overseas) visa route.

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China, India lead race to UK universities

Record numbers of students from both China and India have applied to enrol at UK universities this year, according to data from the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

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U.S. expats eyeing Hong Kong exit

More than a third of US expats working in Hong Kong are considering relocating because of harsh Covid-19 lockdowns and social restrictions, according to a survey of members of the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (AmCham HK).

MPs back Hong Kong visa relaxations

Almost 90,000 Hongkongers applied to come to the UK between February and the end of September under under the BNO - British National (Overseas) - visa scheme.

Expat pay falls in many asian locations

Japan has overtaken the UK as the world's most expensive location in which to base expatriate workers, according to a new report.

Security laws spark Hong Kong exodus

Hong Kong has experienced a record exodus of its population in the year since strict new national security laws were introduced.

Prime property prices rising globally

Prime real estate markets in cities across the globe are on course to see price rises over the course of this year, according to international estate agents Astons.

Thousands bid to relocate to UK from Hong Kong

The worsening political situation in Hong Kong has already resulted in some 27,000 locals applying for residency in the UK under a scheme that only opened at the start of last month.

Indo-Pacific identified as top UK priority

The UK will "tilt" its post-Brexit focus towards the Indo-Pacific under a major foreign policy restructure unveiled in a 114-page Integrated Review published by the government in London.

HR managers see rise in overseas assignments

Two-thirds of senior HR personnel responsible for their companies' global mobility policies expect the number of international assignments to grow over the coming five years, according to a new survey.

UK first choice for Hong Kong relocations

The UK has emerged as by far the favourite destination for Hong Kong residents looking to relocate from the former colony following Beijing's imposition last year of a strict security law aimed at curbing democracy demonstrations.

Pandemic spurs asian surge in tech development

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic acceleration of Asian companies' deployment of data and digital innovation, according to a report from global management consultancy McKinsey & Company.

Johnston aiming to boost Indo-Pacific ties

Boosting post-Brexit trade will be high on the agenda when Prime Minister Boris Johnson travels to India next month in what Downing Street describes as his first, major bilateral visit since taking office a year ago.

Covid shaking up expat living costs

Paris and Zurich have joined Hong Kong as being ranked as the world's most expensive cities for expats after a year when the coronavirus has shaken the annual ratings compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).

Expats eschewing life in Hong Kong

A toxic cocktail of economic recession, civil unrest, the Covid-19 pandemic and international condemnation of new security laws has resulted in an unprecedented decline the number of foreigners going to work in Hong Kong this year.

Hong Kong international schools in security law dilemma

How are the new security laws impacting international schools in Hong Kong? What is the English Schools Foundation doing to make sure that "everybody is safe"?

Hong Kong turns its eyes on London property

Growing numbers of Hong Kong residents have been seeking to buy property in London in recent weeks, according to several reports in the past week.

UK spells out route for Hong Kong relocations

The UK government released on Wednesday more details about how up to three miliion Hong Kong residents who qualified for a British National Overseas (BNO) passport would be eligible for a visa to work or study in Britain.

Hong Kong migration to UK forecast at 200,000

Up to 200,000 Hong Kong citizens with British passports are expected to come to live in the UK over the next five years, according to an estimate by the Foreign Office in London.

Hong Kong rush for UK passports

Immigration lawyers and relocation consultants in Hong Kong are reporting a surge in renewals of British National Overseas (BNO) passports in the wake of the national security law imposed on the city by Beijing.

Hong Kong remains costliest expat city

Hong Kong has retained its No 1 spot as the most expensive city for expats to live in, according to Mercer's 2020 Cost of Living survey.

'Look to the East' tech firms are urged

UK tech companies are being urged to look to the Far East for business opportunities at a time when much of the world is in lockdown because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus and education: what is the global impact on students, families and communities?

UNESCO says the number of students missing school globally due to COVID-19 is “unparalleled”, impacting almost 290 million worldwide.

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Where are Hong Kongers going?

Hong Kong has faced an exodus of expats and residents in the past year, with impacts on international schools admissions in the region and further afield.

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The Future of Work: what can we learn from family businesses?

Family businesses account for 80-90% of firms worldwide. In a timely report for the post-Covid recovery, a new KPMG study explores the factors behind their resilience and enduring performance.

Future of Work: Outbreaks push more ASPAC companies toward Work from Anywhere

Murray Sarelius, Head of People Services at KPMG China discusses how ASPAC companies adapated to work from anywhere and how this will impact businesses moving forward.

Future of Work Festival Sponsor: Santa Fe Relocation

Santa Fe Relocation covers the entire relocation journey: from moving, destination services and immigration to full assignment management solutions.

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School insights for parents around the world

Parents need as much information as possible to make decisions about the future and their children’s education during the admissions cycle. We have produced a series of high impact webinars which answer questions on curriculum, admissions, early learning, learning differences, virtual schools and transition care, explains Fiona Murchie.

Introduction to the International Education & Schools’ Fair

Welcome to the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

Creating Happy Endings – Building on your Foreign Work Experiences

Working abroad can have disastrous consequences. Yet, international work should benefit both individuals and organisations after repatriation. How can you ensure a happy ending for yourself?

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Global Mobility Refined

Grasping the Opportunities that the Shift from “Before COVID” (BC) to “After Despair” (AD) can bring.

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Working from anywhere – the hidden implications of cross-border and remote working

A recent webinar hosted by Santa Fe Relocation set out the advantages and potential disadvantages of employees working in destinations other than their contractual employment location. Dr Sue Shortland reports.

Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.

Remote working: Are the positives of global mobility unravelling?

A series of reports from companies such as KPMG, Mercer, and HSBC present varying approaches to the increase of home working as a result of the pandemic. David Sapsted explores the global mobility dimension.

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The Relocate Global Coronavirus (Covid-19) resource centre

The Relocate Global Coronavirus (COVID-19) resource centre - with articles designed to help employers and employees amidst this worldwide crisis and with links to trusted resources.

The State of Health Insurance 2020-2021

Changes and trends shaping the global health insurance industry - plus regional changes and trends. Find out more in the latest report from Pacific Prime.

Pandemic Continues to Erode Strength of Premium Passports

As the world scrambles to recover from the effects of the global health emergency, urgent questions around international travel remain: Is a return to pre-pandemic levels possible? How will it be achieved? And who will be left behind?

From Tempest to Midsummer Dream

The Relocate Global and Think Global People Awards are always a highlight of the global mobility calendar. Last year’s virtual awards ceremony was the first of its kind first of its kind for the sector. This year’s were even more special.

Setting the scene for you to experience the Virtual Awards Ceremony

I invite you to remember the wonderful things you have achieved, the innovations, the light-bulb moments, the warmth of spirit when your team comes together to do great things, the small steps, that helped you get there.

The 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards Supplement - Out Now

Behind the scenes and winners revealed. Plus, shaping the future and how you can get involved.

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa and Immigration collected the award on his behalf and spoke to Fiona Murchie about the survey and its implications from an immigration perspective.

The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.

Cementing relations with the Asia-Pacific region at the heart of UK trade growth

'Go West, young man' used to be the exhortation. Fast forward a couple of centuries and the priority these days appears to be 'Look East, mature democracies', as youthful Asian economies begin to flex their muscles once more. David Sapsted explores UK trade deal potential in the Asia-Pacific region.

Watch the replay: Introduction to Great International Education & Schools’ Fair

Welcome to the playback of the Introductory Session for the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

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Nord Anglia School Hong Kong

At Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong we promise to support your child to be their very best and achieve more than they ever thought possible. We provide more than just teaching. We take education beyond the classroom to transform and enrich learning, enabling students to be ambitious and inspired to do more.

UK universities enjoy continued growth in international student enrolment

The number of international students attending UK universities grew in the last academic year, with notable increases from China and India.

One size doesn’t fit all in Asia

What is the best way to tailor a relocation benefits for international assignments to China, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia?

Finding a school in Hong Kong

Rapid growth in expat numbers and local demand, had led to an undersupply of school places for the children of international assignees in Hong Kong in recent years. However, significant investment in the international schools sector in recent years means that the situation is now changing.

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New International Education Guide – out now!

The fourth edition of our highly popular Guide to International Education & Schools is available now - online and in both print and digital format. Read it online or get your digital copy today!

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What does the Asian Century mean for global mobility?

In the second article of a two-part series, we look at the potential impact the Asian Century could have on the global mobility industry.

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