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Singapore

Economics

 

31st

1st

Overall

SG

3rd

Income

SG

2nd

Disposable income

SG

7th

Nicer/bigger property

SG

24th

Domestic helper/staff

SG

17th

Swimming pool

SG

4th

More than one property

SG

16th

Nicer Cars

SG

29th

Boat or yacht

SG

25th

More luxurious holidays

SG

7th

Healthcare

SG

9th

Experience

 

31st

1st

Overall

SG

11th

Organising school for my children

SG

28th

Organising finances

SG

11th

Organising healthcare

SG

7th

Finding accommodation

SG

18th

Learning the local language

SG

7th

Getting used to local food

SG

16th

Local weather

SG

20th

Making friends

SG

21st

Local work culture

SG

7th

Setting up utilities

SG

3rd

Fitting in the new culture

SG

2nd

Local transport

SG

1st

Enjoying local food

SG

18th

Local culture

SG

9th

Using the local language

SG

28th

Making local friends

SG

18th

Integrating into the community

SG

18th

Feeling welcome at work

SG

9th

Local shops and markets

SG

28th

Social life

SG

18th

Sports

SG

8th

Working environment

SG

11th

Work / life balance

SG

21st

Entertainment

SG

21st

Quality of accommodation

SG

12th

Commuting

SG

11th

Travelling more

SG

4th

Healthcare access and quality

SG

7th

Healthy diet

SG

17th

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