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May 2018
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Cost of living in the UAE compared to th...

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Host Mustafa Alrawi is joined by personal finance editor Alice Haine to discuss recent trends in the cost of living in the region and globally and how Dubai is one of the most expensive places to live. But your money goes further than you might think thanks to the low-tax environment.

We also give you our top tips for managing your finances at home and how to best avoid extra charges when travelling abroad.

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