Hong Kong remains world's most expensive city for expats for third straight year, city becoming 'less attractive' than regional rivals
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High cost of living and tough coronavirus restrictions have made Singapore and Dubai more attractive for expats, says firm behind rankings.
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Hong Kong has retained its title as the world’s most expensive city for expatriates to live in for the third year running, with the firm behind the rankings saying the city’s high cost of living combined with tough coronavirus policies have pushed foreign workers to choose Singapore and Dubai instead.
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Hong Kong remains world's most expensive city for expats for third straight year, city becoming 'less attractive' than regional rivals
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Hong Kong remains world's most expensive city for expats for third straight year, city becoming 'less attractive' than regional rivals
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