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A wealthy, slow-paced country – a getaway for those who can't bear it anymore

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Post time 20-9-2023 12:52:31 | Show all posts |Read mode
"There's a country that surpasses Dubai in wealth, with an average annual income of $900,000 for its citizens. Luxury cars line the streets, and healthcare and education are entirely free, covered by the government. Working just three hours a day until 2 PM is considered overtime, and the unemployment rate remains consistently below 1%. Even if you're jobless, you receive a monthly subsidy of $2,000. Which country is this?

It's none other than Qatar, the host of this year's World Cup. With a resident population of only 2.8 million, the wealth here is truly staggering. Fifteen percent of Qatar's locals work just three hours a day, leaving the majority of labor-intensive jobs to the 85% of foreign workers who flock here. In Qatar, personal income is tax-free, and foreign companies pay just a 10% corporate tax rate.

As a result, Qatar has become a tax haven for foreign capital. To enhance education, Qatar established a 14-square-kilometer Education City on the outskirts of its capital, inviting six prestigious American universities to join. They not only provide facilities but also receive a minimum annual funding of $300 million. Additionally, the recent World Cup, held in Qatar, was the most expensive in history, exceeding the combined costs of the previous 21 editions.

If things aren't going well in your home country, consider a visit to Qatar! Just like today, losing money can be frustrating!"
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Post time 20-9-2023 13:24:04 | Show all posts
In such countries, it's typically the native citizens who are relatively wealthy, while the foreign workforce often comprises manual laborers.
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Post time 20-9-2023 18:06:37 | Show all posts
It's mainly the locals who enjoy the wealth and benefits in their own country, while the perks may not extend to us.
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Post time 20-9-2023 20:07:18 | Show all posts
According to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2021, Qatar boasts one of the world's highest per capita Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at approximately $64,000, ranking second globally, just behind Luxembourg. This indicates that Qatar enjoys an exceptionally high per capita wealth, making it a highly affluent nation.
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Post time 20-9-2023 20:53:29 | Show all posts
During the World Cup, we've all heard stories about Qatar's wealth – it seems the people of Qatar have truly prospered.
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Post time 20-9-2023 21:14:16 | Show all posts
Qatar must surely have a low crime rate, right? Haha.
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