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How do economic, social, and governance factors influence expat location preferences in Southeast Asia – a case study of Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam
| Resumo: | Southeast Asia has become an attractive destination for expatriates around the world due to its dynamic economies and strategic importance. This study identifies key factors influencing expatriates’ decisions to relocate to Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, focusing on economic, social, and governance factors. The analysis highlights the importance of Malaysia’s cost of living, Singapore’s career opportunities, Thailand’s cultural diversity, and Vietnam’s emerging job market. Using a mixed-method approach, this research offers insights for businesses and governments seeking to attract expatriates and enhance the countries’ attractiveness. Above all, it contributes to a deeper understanding of the decision-making process of expatriates. |
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| Autores principais: | Peitz, Alexander |
| Assunto: | Asia Assigned expats Decision factors Digital nomads Economic Expat communities Expat entrepreneurs Expat growth Expat decision factors Expatriates Expats Governance International retirement migrants Location Malaysia Qualitative Quantitative Self-initiated expats Singapore Social Southeast Asia Thailand Vietnam Visa |
| Ano: | 2025 |
| País: | Portugal |
| Tipo de documento: | dissertação de mestrado |
| Tipo de acesso: | acesso aberto |
| Instituição associada: | Universidade Nova de Lisboa |
| Idioma: | inglês |
| Origem: | Repositório Institucional da UNL |
| Resumo: | Southeast Asia has become an attractive destination for expatriates around the world due to its dynamic economies and strategic importance. This study identifies key factors influencing expatriates’ decisions to relocate to Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, focusing on economic, social, and governance factors. The analysis highlights the importance of Malaysia’s cost of living, Singapore’s career opportunities, Thailand’s cultural diversity, and Vietnam’s emerging job market. Using a mixed-method approach, this research offers insights for businesses and governments seeking to attract expatriates and enhance the countries’ attractiveness. Above all, it contributes to a deeper understanding of the decision-making process of expatriates. |
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