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Job Creation and Economic Growth Through High-skilled U.S. Immigration Reform?

February 16, 2012 by Timm Runnion

For global competitiveness, it is critical that the U.S. possess the world’s top talent. It allows businesses to grow the economy and to create American jobs in the U.S. However, the U.S. immigration system has policies that place inflexible limits on the number of talented individuals allowed... [More]

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Is Hong Kong Enticing Enough for Expatriates?

January 24, 2012 by Sharon Leong

On the surface of things, Hong Kong is what any expatriate would want from an international assignment; a high paying job, low taxes, stable economy, good growth opportunities, English speaking working community, safe environment for the family and children….. who could ask for more? Hong Kong,... [More]

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From Russia with Love!

January 6, 2012 by Robert Ellis

As more and more companies expand their operations into Eastern Europe, especially into Moscow, it is worth noting a few points that may be of interest to any assignee that is planning on going. Despite the vast wealth of many prominent Muscovites, the average man or woman on the street in Mosc... [More]

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A Pet is not just for Christmas.....

December 19, 2011 by Mark Connorton

The old adage that 'a pet is not just for Christmas' is very true and increasingly relevant in the world of global mobility. Rover, Fido, Max or Molly....whatever the name of the canine companion or feline friend if the rest of the family are relocating, so are they! Pets these days are often... [More]

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New Social Security Rules for Expatriates in China

November 30, 2011 by Renata Inokomis

Expats working in China will be included in the country’s social security system as a new regulation took effect on October 15, 2011. The Chinese government in June 2011 approved the law, but there was uncertainty as to whether participation would be mandatory or optional. Measures published in ... [More]

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The Rise of the Boutique Provider

November 2, 2011 by Diane Fitz-Gibbon

As the global economy emerges slowly from the worst recession in living memory, more and more corporations are looking to a variety of options as they seek to select a vendor/partner to support their global mobility needs.  Their goals?  Establish long lasting, cost effective relations... [More]

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New UK pet transport regulations will make it cheaper and easier for pet owners to take a global assignment

October 1, 2011 by Tom Colucci

The UK will align its pet movement rules with the rest of the European Union from 1 January 2012. The UK will be able to maintain its high level of protection against animal diseases after the changes. But, the changes have the ability to save pet owners, and the companies that relocate them, a grea... [More]

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Are You Prepared for the Effects of the 2012 Olympic Games in London?

August 10, 2011 by Ann McLaurin

Have you begun planning your expatriates’ relocation to London for 2012? If not, it is not that far off and advance planning will determine the success of any assignment to the UK. For starters, 5.3 million visitors are estimated to descend upon London next summer. Two hundred nations from around... [More]

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