Switzerland has universal healthcare, but doesn’t provide free healthcare and individual private health insurance is mandatory for all residents and foreigners. Known for the high standard of living, it’s no wonder that the local healthcare system is also acknowledged as one of the best in the world. Do you know how Switzerland’s healthcare system operates?…
Extremadura, Spain, is offering generous grants of up to EURO €15,000 to remote workers and digital nomads in the tech industry to move to the region for over two years. This lump sum payment aims to cover initial housing, living expenses, and other set-up costs to ensure a seamless relocation. Want to get paid for…
The best hospitals in the UK are known for their excellent medical care, multilingual staff, and experience with international patients. They offer a wide range of specialties and advanced medical equipment with dedicated patient services to assist with logistics and cultural considerations. Wonder where you can receive quality care in the UK? Do you need…
Pacific Prime recognizes the obligation to develop and disseminate valuable guidance and resources to promote safe international travel. As such, we are currently compiling detailed, country-specific guides that offer targeted health information and travel recommendations for frequently visited destinations. With over two decades of expertise in providing insurance coverage to international clientele, our organization has…
The rising popularity of remote work and virtual operations has transformed the operation of a modern workplace. Various work-from-home arrangements and remote working policies have constantly been emerging, but the transition to a fully remote workplace is still too early to be called mature. With remote work becoming a ubiquitous demand of every employee and…
Travel insurance is a vital part of your trip-planning which gives you financial security and peace of mind in case of unforeseen events. However, finding one that is comprehensive while being affordable requires some knowledge about insurance policies. In this article, Pacific Prime will walk you through the recommended process for finding the cheapest travel…
Last Friday, 19th of July, the world has experienced a massive IT outage. From airlines to financial services, a wide array of industries are affected. Insurance companies could face a series of business interruptions or cyber insurance claims following this incident initiated by CrowdStrike. Wonder who would be liable for this overwhelming financial loss? This…
Have you ever imagined rising healthcare costs as a reason for layoffs? It has been an understated cause of layoffs for decades, until a recent National Bureau of Economic Research study demonstrated the correlation between increases in healthcare costs and job termination. Wonder what the logic behind this market interaction is? This Pacific Prime article…
Maternity leave is critical to supporting working mothers during the transition into parenthood. Fortunately, Singapore’s government and employers have been collaboratively enhancing maternity benefits and support for working mothers. With Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML), it is much easier for working women to balance their career and family plans. The leave period is also sufficient for…
Many private hospitals categorized as high-cost providers (HCPs) are favored by foreign expatriates, medical tourists, and affluent Chinese individuals due to the reputation and exemplary services these facilities provide. High-cost providers are likely to be found in major cities for expats and internationals such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. Accessing any services from them can…
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