From the U.S. being embroiled in an on-again, off-again war with Iran to Russia’s multi-year conflict in Ukraine, the idea that world superpowers becoming engaged in a hot conflict is no longer some far-flung theoretical exercise; rather, it’s knocking on our door. 

In this episode, we take a look back at a conversation that is more relevant today than ever, examining the regions and countries that would be safest in the event of a truly global conflict. Unfortunately, that reality seems closer every day. 

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Tune in to hear why today’s geopolitical tensions may be even more dangerous than during the Cold War
• Find out what a full-scale war involving the U.S., Russia, or China would actually look like 
• Which regions of the world will be safest when a full-scale global conflict breaks out? 
• Learn whyreactingto global events is a losing strategy, and why a properly structured Plan-B acts as “geopolitical insurance.”

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Why are the wealthy leaving the U.S. in droves? Why did the country of Dominica revoke 68 passports from its’ CBI program? Are Russia and China preparing for a World War 3 scenario? Is there really a serious proposal for a 90% income tax in France?

I’ll answer these questions and more as we dive into the headlines in today’s expat news segment, the fourth edition of this segment I’ve done on the show. These episodes not only help you stay informed, but they also ensure that I stay up to date on all of the latest news affecting expats around the globe, so it’s a win-win!

Enjoy today’s episode!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

• Learn why the Caribbean country of Dominica is revoking 68 passports from its citizenship by investment program.
• Hear more World War 3 rumbles continue as Russia and China participate in a joint military patrol near Alaska. 
• Is a French politician seriously proposing a 90% income tax in France? The answer may, sadly, not even shock you anymore.
• Find out about the lawsuits that have led to quietly reopening its Golden Visa program to Russians.
• Discover the details of the Philippines’ new fast-track permanent residency program.
• More anti-capitalist madness coming out of Spain, you say? You better believe it, as the city of Barcelona is looking to ban short-term rentals. You read that right.
• Will the U.S. heed Vladimir Putin’s warning of a new Cold War if they proceed with plans to move missiles into Germany? Don’t hold your breath.
• Uncover the major announcement coming out of Paraguay, which puts this country on the upswing and into a select group of the most serious economies in the world.
• Lastly, we’ll look at the increasing trend of wealthy Americans continuing to flee the United States for greener pastures.

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• 287: Expat News: Canadian Exodus, Panama’s Visa Boom, & El Salvador’s Pricey Citizenship

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed this fourth edition of Expat News. There’s no doubt that just about everywhere you look around the world, politicians are doing their darndest to steal your money, scare off the wealthy, and make your lives a living hell. Luckily, there are solutions out there, and expat life offers shelter from the depraved plans of corrupt politicians.

If you’re enjoying these expat news episodes, be sure to let us know and I’ll see you back here next Wednesday!

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Today’s guest is the news editor over at Antiwar dot com and host of the daily podcast Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp. In this episode, we will be discussing the geopolitical situation as we head into a possible World War III scenario.

While it’s not the cheeriest of subjects, this is a necessary conversation to have given the current state of affairs, so I hope you find great value in it.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH DAVE DECAMP

• Listen to Dave recount how he first became a passionate antiwar activist and how he was able to turn that passion into speaking about the subject full-time. 
• Hear Dave break down the current geopolitical situation involving Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. and its NATO allies, and why we are closer to a hot war situation than at any time during the Cold War. 
• Dave breaks down how the situation between China and Taiwan is escalating simultaneously and how the United States has been sabre-rattling on the Asian front as well.
• Dave and I discuss the role of Elon Musk in providing Starlink support to Ukraine. Is he really a hero, as many libertarians seem to believe, or is he another wolf in sheep’s clothing?
• What would a full-scale war involving the U.S., Russia, or China look like? Dave breaks down the frightening possibilities of “warfare we’ve never seen before.”
• Has World War III already begun? Dave and I discuss the idea that the war has already begun and how the definition of just what constitutes an act of war has shifted so drastically in recent years.
• We discuss Turkey’s unique role as a peace broker and a thorn in the side of NATO in many ways, even while being a member state. 
• What does Vladimir Putin want, and how far is the U.S. willing to continue to escalate its vast funding of the war in Ukraine? Dave and I both ponder these questions.
• We also dig into the role some surprising countries have played in escalating tensions, like my former home Canada and even the supposedly neutral Switzerland.
• Dave and I cap things off by discussing what the best region of the world would be if a full World War really does break out. 

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HOW TO FIND DAVE DECAMP’S WORK

AntiWar.com

Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp

CONCLUSION

As much as this is a conversation I didn’t necessarily want to have, I don’t think it helps us any to bury our heads in the sand as some truly dangerous situations play out across the globe. I’ve been listening to Dave’s podcast since he started, and he was the first person that came to mind when I decided I had to do an episode on the topic of a potential World War. I hope the information proves useful to you as you plan your expat journey. 

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Nick Giambruno is a renowned speculator and international investor. He’s the Founder of The Financial Underground and Editor in Chief of its premium investment research publication, Contra Speculator.

Nick travels the world searching for lucrative investment opportunities in overlooked markets and is known for spotting geopolitical and economic trends early.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH NICK GIAMBRUNO

• Nick and I dig into early Bitcoin adoption and what China and Russia would look like if they adopted Bitcoin. 
• Argentina and Venezuela, both energy-producing countries, might be great candidates as well to adopt Bitcoin and lead the world in Bitcoin mining, but what would that look like?
• Understanding the Petrodollar, the relations between the Saudis and the Americans, and knowing the fundamentals here.
• A fascinating conversation regarding governments using Bitcoin to trade things like oil and other commodities like grains and such, all in Bitcoin.
• Are there good investments or speculations in the Middle East that are worthwhile? 
• Nick and I discuss the big picture situation geopolitically, economically, and how very important it is concerning the Middle East.
• Nick shares his research on Bitcoin mining companies, and we learn about these companies and what the difference is between investing in them as opposed to investing in Bitcoin directly.
• If you’re a beginner in buying and selling Bitcoin, Nick explains his favourite wallet and what you need to do to hold your bitcoin safely.
• Learn when the best time to buy Bitcoin is, how you can know what point in the cycle you are and how long you should hold on to it to ensure you make a good return on your investment.

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HOW TO REACH

FinancialUnderground.com

Twitter @NickGiambruno

CONCLUSION

Amazing conversation with Nick Giambruno. We really cover a lot of topics and ground on this episode. Fast-paced and so interesting. Don’t miss this one!

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Dr. Kolja Spori, Formula 1 Agent and Austrian Economist who has visited all 193 countries of the world.

In his quest to seek truth and liberty, he met freedom fighters, guerrillas and warlords, such as the FARC leaders “Black Death” and Tanja Nijmeijer in the Colombian mountains, the Russian Nightwolf “Chirurg” in Crimea, Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov in Grozny, and Liberia’s putschist Prince Johnson in Monrovia.

Kolja narrowly missed the bombing of Donbas rebel leader Alexander Sakharchenko in the Separatist Cafè Donezk, and he won a staredown against US “Defence Secretary” Donald Rumsfeld in an elevator in Batumi.

He is often known by his nickname Dr. Dangerzone and is the Ambassador of Germany to the World’s youngest country: Liberland, and he also happens to be a very dear friend of mine, so I’m really excited to have him on our show! 

A GLIMPSE INTO MY CONVERSATION WITH KOLJA

• What an intense conversation with Kolja on the most dangerous cities and countries you can travel to and what can happen at any moment while you are there.
• What life is like when you have visited every UN country in the world, especially war zones… 
• We talk about THE most dangerous capital in the world and what the government does and doesn’t do to protect its citizens.
• On the other hand, we talk about Russia and the freedom from government and what it’s like in Siberia. Such dichotomy.
• I really wanted to understand what is it about these dangerous countries or the war zone that attracted Kolja to want to visit and see them, and why he continues to visit them again and again.
• Listen in as Kolja describes war zones and crisis areas in Belfast, Northern Ireland… what it felt like and the process he undertook to be able to process what was happening… countries like Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and the Congo… each one more dangerous than the other
• How hiring a local taxi driver in these horrific war zone areas who can explain why after so many years these things are still happening, can impact who you are as a person and why it’s so important to understand the truth.
• Find out which city and country are Kolja’s most favourite of all the countries he has visited in his lifetime. I bet you’ll never guess.
• How the information we get on television or in our mainstream media is the direct opposite of the reality on the ground, as we discuss several different countries and what life is actually like living there.
• Extreme Traveller Congress… from billionaire to backpacker, how 150 participants come together, no matter what they’ve done in the past, and why it just doesn’t matter, all for the love of travel and adventure.
• We discuss in detail what life is like for Kolja now, living in Monaco, after spending years travelling… is this still a passion for him?
• I wanted to understand what Kolja has learned from visiting all of these different types of war zone countries and meeting the players that are involved? What have been his insights?
• If you have an extra $250,000 sitting around and want to do something so radical that almost no one else on earth has done or even heard about, then listen as Kolja pitches you on his next adventure of 2023.

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HOW TO CONTACT KOLJA SPORI

Spori.net

CONCLUSION

This was a fun hour spent with my friend, smoking a cigar and talking about our radical travels throughout our lives. I’m not a jealous person, but wow, Kolja’s experiences have been just mind-blowing for me. 

If you’re viewing war zones through the lens of mainstream media and believe what you see and read, this episode will open your eyes to the truth of what is actually happening on the ground. 

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Today’s guest is Swen Lorenz, the Founder of Undervalued Shares which serves as an inspiration and research resource for other investors. At just 46 years old, he has 31 years of experience in the stock market. His approach has always been to look at the entire world and pick the best investments for himself and his readers, focusing on easy-to-invest opportunities, DIY investing and community.

HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Why it’s so important to diversify your portfolio and not listen to those that have a negative perception about investing overseas. 
• Best advice for weirdos like us, who are contrarian investors who choose not to invest like the mainstream.
• What happens when you listen to the advice of an investor who looks at the entire world to make the best picks for his readers.
• Listen in to hear about extraordinary opportunities in countries that you never would have imagined in your lifetime. 
• Hear about an emerging investment trend that you won’t want to miss.
• Are people actually talking about moving to Russia for freedom?
• What is happening with Germany and Nuclear power plants? Are they following through with commitments made in 2011?? 
• What has happened to the richest country and state in the world that can’t keep its lights on?
• Swen discusses that over the next 5 years life will not be getting any better and asks the question, ‘do you have your Plan B, 2nd residency, a 2nd passport, offshore gold vault, offshore banking in place?’ And why there has never been a better time in history for Mikkels type of business.
• Listen in to hear the best recommendations for stocks coming out of Russia.
• How to profit in Russia on their terms.
• And lots more for your investing consumption.

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HOW TO REACH 

expatmoneyshow.com/undervalued

Swen promises you’ll get some extra goodies by using this link.

CONCLUSION:

I’ve been friends with Swen for a couple of years now and really trust and value his honest and ethical opinion. If you’re interested in learning more about buying undervalued shares in Russia or anywhere else in the world, use the link above and reach out to Swen. He knows what he’s talking about, so you won’t be disappointed.

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