Lien: The Concept of “Face” in Chinese Culture
The Chinese aversion to self-assertion is well-illustrated by the concept of Lien, or “Face”. Lien refers to the many ways in which a person earns or gains the respect of…
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Buying Sea Shells on the Philippine Sea Shore
This is the first article in a four-part series, “Living on a Philippine Island” by Tanja Bulatovic. “What the hell am I doing here?” I wondered, as I struggled to…
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8 Reasons to Retire in Malaysia
8 Reasons to Retire in Malaysia If you’ve been searching for the perfect retirement haven to enjoy your Golden Years, then Malaysia might be your next home. Malaysia is steadily…
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Pension Fund and Healthcare in Denmark
Pension Fund and Healthcare in Denmark You may be entitled to a foreign pension if you have lived or worked in another country than Denmark. It depends on the rules…
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Setting Up A Business In Dubai
Setting Up A Business In Dubai It’s a great time to set up a business in Dubai. The past 10 years have witnessed incredible growth throughout all sectors of the…
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Living Abroad with Children: It’s Easier Than You Think! – Part 2
Ignorance, I found, is one of the biggest causes of fear. Many Americans think of the Middle East as a desert filled with American-hating Muslims where women are treated as…
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Living In Dubai After Age 65
Living In Dubai After Age 65 88.5 % of Dubai’s population are expatriates, many of whom would love to spend their golden years in the city they spend many years…
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Moving to Denmark
Moving to Denmark So you decided to move to Denmark, either because you found work, want to study or just for a change of lifestyle. If you are from an…
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Singapore Climate and Weather, warm everyday, relax!
No worries mate and keeping warm! Sir Stamford Raffles founded Singapore in 1819 as an important seaport and trade center for the East India Company and then part of the…
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What to Do in Singapore
What to Do in Singapore What comes first to mind when thinking about visiting Singapore is going on a shopping spree in one of its many malls or at its…
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