Geopolitical risk in the Middle East is back in the spotlight, and for many people, it’s raising deeper questions about stability, long-term planning, and where to build a life.

Recent events have forced a conversation that most prefer to ignore: what happens when you’re living in a region exposed to conflicts far beyond your control?

In today’s episode, I share a personal story about why I chose to leave the UAE after nearly a decade, despite genuinely loving the country.

I break down how that decision was shaped by long-term thinking around risk, family, and resilience.

Enjoy!

LISTEN TO EPISODE:

https://expatmoneyshow.com/episodes/403-the-uae-why-i-left-a-country-i-loved

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Tune in as I break down the geopolitical risk that became the #1 driver behind my decision to leave the UAE almost 7 years ago
• Get a behind-the-scenes look at the moment I realized staying would be the bigger risk than leaving
• Listen in as I break down why a “great country today” can still be the wrong place for your family’s long-term future
• Hear how food, water, and energy resilience influenced our decision about where to move next 

LISTEN TO EPISODE

RELATED EPISODES

• 400: Trump’s New Doctrine Could Reshape the Americas
• 399: War in Iran, Violence in Mexico & Freedom in Panama
• 387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

Speak soon,

Mikkel

Enjoying this email Newsletter? Feel free to forward it and share it with your friends and family to subscribe. The more good, like-minded people we have in our community, the stronger we will be!

No advice: This newsletter, EMS Pulse®, contains information about going offshore and being an expat. The information is not advice and should not be treated as advice. You must not rely on the information in the newsletter as an alternative to legal, financial, or tax advice from an appropriately licensed professional. If you have any specific questions about any such matter, you should consult an appropriately licensed professional. You should never delay seeking legal advice, disregard legal advice, or commence or discontinue any legal action because of information in the EMS Pulse® newsletter or in our work at Expat Money®. Limited warranties: Whilst we endeavour to ensure that the information in the newsletter is correct, we do not warrant or represent its completeness or accuracy. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties and conditions relating to this newsletter or our work at Expat Money®. We will not be held liable for any decisions you decide to make as the consumer of this content. Law and jurisdiction: This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Panama Law. Any disputes relating to this disclaimer shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Panama. This message is sent to you because your email address is on our subscribers' list. If you are not interested in receiving more emails like this one, just hit unsubscribe at the bottom of this email.