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Exploring Sri Lanka’s Biggest Economic Development Challenges

Sri Lanka’s had its issues over the last thirty years or so. While GDP increased by 7% in 2014, the country still has some challenges it must overcome before it can develop sustainably. We’re going to take you through Sri Lanka’s biggest development stifling demons. Post Civil War Tensions between the Sinhalese and Tamil minority

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Top 10 Ways to Save Money on Travel

Travelling can be expensive, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be that way. No matter what destination you choose, there are plenty of simple ways to reduce costs and enjoy your vacation even more. Some websites may offer tips and advice that seem like common sense, so we have compiled a list of the top

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15 High-Demand Jobs in Australia for Foreign Workers

If you’re looking to immigrate and find a job in Australia, you’ll want to market yourself in an area with plenty of demand. In order to help you, we’ve compiled a list of 15 high-demand jobs in Australia for foreign workers! 1. Construction After the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) in 2008, demand for workers in

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Pros and Cons of Retiring to the Philippines

If you’re considering retiring to the beautiful, tropical Philippines, there are a few things you need to be prepared for in advance – it’s an incredible country, but there are a few downsides. In this article we’ll weigh up the pros and cons of retiring in the Philippines. About the Philippines The Philippines is an

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What a Second Term Conservative Government Means for UK Remittance Senders

Whether you’re pleased with the recent election results or not, it appears that the Conservatives are here to stay for a second term. But what does this actually mean for remittance senders in the UK? We’re going to take you through the implications of new Tory policies on sending money home, particularly for those of

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An Inside Look at the Development Bank of the Philippines

The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) is a government owned bank that finances projects within the economy in order to keep it growing. As the name suggests, its goal is to help to develop the Philippines in a way that’s sustainable. We’re going to give you an inside look into the DBP and cover

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Paying off your New Zealand student loan from overseas

We’ve been there. Borrowing money for study is all fun-and-games until it comes time to paying it back! We’re here to give you a bit of a briefing on paying back your student loans. Plus, we’ll tell you how we can help.

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Pros and Cons of Retiring to the Philippines

If you’re considering retiring to the beautiful, tropical Philippines, there are a few things you need to be prepared for in advance – it’s an incredible country, but there are a few downsides. In this article we’ll weigh up the pros and cons of retiring in the Philippines. About the Philippines The Philippines is an

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How Long Do International Bank Transfers Take?

How long do international bank transfers take? The answer to that question depends heavily on which bank you’re using and where you’re sending the money to (and from) International bank transfers between developed countries tend to be relatively fast compared to transfers to or between developing nations. Read below for a further breakdown, including ways

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International Remittance Processing Services Explained and Compared

There are plenty of companies that process international remittances But what makes them different? How do you know which is the best one? Let’s compare a number of the most well known remittance services and see which ones stand out in terms of fees, rates, security, transfer times, and satisfaction. That way, you can make
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Housing in New Zealand

Wherever you look, housing is becoming a global issue. This is because the world’s population is expanding faster than the supply of global housing can keep up.
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Facebook Ventures into the International Money Transfer Market

The world of international money transfers is constantly evolving, and it now seems that Facebook wants a piece of the action. The Internet giant has applied to Ireland’s central bank for permission to become an “e-money” institution. Once approved, Facebook money transfer services will be on offer throughout the EU market. But is sending money

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