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Millions of Asian expatriates have been moving to the Gulf Falcons – a group of oil-rich Middle East countries that are diversifying their economies away from the ‘black gold’ that is their traditional source of wealth.

Why and how have countries like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates become magnets for talent?

Through the eyes of Asian professionals who have made the move – from computer scientist Hector Ren who hails from China, to Japanese Shota Mizutani who works in a creative studio in Riyadh producing manga – we delve into the generous incentives these states are rolling out, such as tax exemptions and extra-flexible visas.

We offer audiences a taste of life in the Gulf. Fani Surpiyanto, a female athlete from Indonesia, shares how Saudi Arabia’s quest to reinvent its economy has driven women empowerment.

There’s now more funding to help women advance in their careers, for instance. And laws that previously prevented women from playing competitive sports and traveling in public without a male guardian have also been lifted.

We also speak to professionals in burgeoning industries like recycling and artificial intelligence, who are making products that offer the UAE alternative sources of revenue to oil.

They share about challenges they face such as cultural differences and difficulties in hiring for low and middle-skill trades.

Through these insights, we show viewers how Asian expats and entrepreneurs are collaborating with their host countries to design and build a post-oil future.

Charles Phang

Senior Producer, Gulf Falcons

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