Estonia has been ranked the world's most attractive relocation destination in the 2026 Global Relocation Index, released by Singapore‑based advisory firm RUMAVI. Singapore came a close second while Hong Kong placed 7th.
Estonia, Photo source: reference image
The index assessed 192 countries and territories across 24 indicators, grouped into four pillars: financial and tax, livability and health, safety and stability, and settling and opportunity. Each indicator is scored out of 100, with higher scores reflecting more favourable conditions for relocators. The index draws on multiple authoritative sources, including the World Bank’s International Comparison Program, Mercer Cost of Living Survey, and United Nations Crime Statistics.
Estonia topped the rankings with a score of 72.8, narrowly edging out Singapore (72.6) by just 0.2 points. The small Baltic country performed strongly in currency and banking (99), business opportunities (96), and property rights for non-citizens (90), bolstered by its advanced digital public services and political stability.
Singapore, Photo source: reference image
Singapore placed second, held back primarily by its high cost of living.
Hong Kong secured seventh place with an overall score of 71.0, tied with sixth‑placed Lithuania but ranked behind on a tie‑break. It ranked second globally for tax friendliness, and scored highly on its status as an international financial hub, digital infrastructure, and foreign income tax. However, high housing prices and climate risks weighed on its overall rating.
Hong Kong, Photo source: reference image
Rounding out the top ten: Malaysia (3rd, 72.0), Portugal (4th, 71.6), Taiwan (5th, 71.4), Lithuania (6th, 71.0), St. Kitts and Nevis (8th, 70.3), Czechia (9th, 69.9), and Malta (10th, 69.8).
SCST congratulates Hong Kong, China athletes on winning six more medals today in Asian Para Games
The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, today (October 23) extended her congratulations to swimming athlete Chan Yui-lam on winning a silver medal in Women's 200m Individual Medley SM14; table tennis athletes Chiu Kan-shan and Wong Yue-ching on winning a silver medal in Women's doubles - Class WD14; and table tennis athletes Ng Mui-wui and Wong Ting-ting on winning a silver medal in Women's doubles - Class WD22 at the 5th Asian Para Games.
Miss Law also congratulated fencing athlete Yu Chui-yee on winning a bronze medal in Women's Sabre Category A; table tennis athletes Ho Ka-sing and Wong Chi-yin on winning a bronze medal in Men's doubles - Class MD18; and table tennis athletes Wan Wai-lok and Yuen King-shing on winning a bronze medal in Men's Doubles - Class MD22.
Miss Law said, "The Hong Kong, China delegation secured six more medals today. Following her success in the butterfly, backstroke, and relay events, Chan Yui-lam secured a silver medal in the individual medley, demonstrating her all-around prowess. The table tennis team also achieved another milestone, where Chiu Kan-shan, Wong Yue-ching, Ng Mui-wui, Wong Ting-ting, Ho Ka-sing, Wong Chi-yin, Wan Wai-lok and Yuen King-shing collectively won two silver and two bronze medals in the doubles events. Including competitions held in the previous days, the table tennis team has now won a total of 15 medals - five silver and 10 bronze - a truly gratifying achievement. Meanwhile, Yu Chui-yee continued her excellent form, clinching another bronze medal with an outstanding performance. Tomorrow (October 24) marks the final day of the Asian Para Games. Our fencing and boccia athletes will continue to give their all. Let’s join together to cheer them on!"
The Hong Kong, China Delegation has so far won 36 medals, namely two gold, 13 silver and 21 bronze medals, at the Asian Para Games. The newly added six medals are as follows:
Silver medals
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Swimming: Women's 200m Individual Medley SM14
Chan Yui-lam
Table Tennis: Women's doubles - Class WD14
Chiu Kan-shan, Wong Yue-ching
Table Tennis: Women's doubles - Class WD22
Ng Mui-wui, Wong Ting-ting
Bronze medals
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Fencing: Women's Sabre Category A
Yu Chui-yee
Table Tennis: Men's doubles - Class MD18
Ho Ka-sing, Wong Chi-yin
Table Tennis: Men's Doubles - Class MD22
Wan Wai-lok, Yuen King-shing
