6) South Korea

WHY: Aside from its well-developed public transportation, the cost of living isn’t as high compared to other well-developed Asian countries. Plus, the working hours are reasonable while the wages are high.

In Demand Jobs:  English teachers, IT specialists (programmers, web designers), insurance brokers, fund managers.

Bonus: The home of K-Pop!

7) Singapore
WHY: Despite the high cost of living, it is still one of the safest and most-developed countries in Asia. 

In Demand Jobs: Teachers, laborers, construction workers, sales representatives, administrative assistants, and other office support jobs.

Bonus: It's only a 3-hour flight away from the Philippines so homesickness wouldn't be a problem.

8) Ireland
WHY: While it isn't really a popular choice, most of the world’s biggest companies have their European headquarters in Ireland. So if you want to work for Apple, Google, Facebook or Twitter, here’s your chance.

In Demand Jobs: IT professionals, engineers, scientists, lab technicians, and pretty much anyone who’s multilingual.

Bonus: Natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes are very rare.

9) Taiwan
WHY: Not as developed as Singapore, but the cost of living is not that high either. They have cheap food, and well-developed public transportation.

In Demand Jobs: English teachers, tour guides and tour operators, sales representatives, bankers, insurance advisers, oil engineers, customer service representatives

Bonus: Two Words: Night life

10) Dubai
WHY: Aside from its stable economy and the numerous jobs available, there are a lot of Filipinos already working there so you will have the help of your “kababayans”.

In Demand Jobs: Airline employees, food servers, pharmaceutical representatives, maritime workers, and food manufacturers.

Bonus: No tax. 

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