Iceland encompasses a volcanic island in the North Atlantic that stands as an oasis of unparalleled natural beauty. With a population of just 350,000 inhabitants, this country offers a unique experience, where virgin nature is manifested in all its splendor.
Its landscape, sculpted by fire and ice, is a mosaic of active volcanoes, towering glaciers, majestic waterfalls, steaming geysers and black sand beaches. The deep fjords and crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean complete this magical picture.
Reykjavík, the Icelandic capital, is a small city where culture and modernity mix harmoniously.
Its welcoming atmosphere, rich Viking history and ancient traditions, such as celebrating the summer solstice, make Iceland a fascinating destination for lovers of adventure and culture.
In Iceland, the percentage of women who marry foreigners is relatively high compared to other countries as 22% of Icelandic women who married a foreign man did so.
The main countries of origin of foreign spouses of Icelandic women are:
Poland: 22%
Denmark: 12%
United States: 8%
Norway: 7%
United Kingdom: 6%
Germany: 5%
And Other countries: 29%
Icelandic women who emigrate have a variety of preferred destination countries, including:
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
USA
*And the United Kingdom
Other Countries: Other popular destination countries include Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, France and Australia.
The main concerns of Icelanders in 2023 were:
Cost of living
Environment
Access to health
Inequality
*And Immigration
Other major concerns include:
Future of the fishing industry
*And Homelessness
Iceland has friendly relations with most countries in the world.
His main friends and allies are:
The Nordic countries: Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. These countries share a common history, culture and values.
USA
Canada
*And the United Kingdom.
European Union - Iceland is not a member of the EU, but has a close economic and political relationship with it. Iceland has no declared enemies.
Iceland, an island nation in the North Atlantic, finds itself at a unique geopolitical juncture. Despite not being a member of NATO, Iceland participates in the Rapid Response Force and maintains a bilateral defense relationship with the United States. Iceland is a strong supporter of multilateralism.
The main threats to Iceland's security are terrorism, cybercrime and military activities in the Arctic.
Iceland has a small, open economy, highly dependent on tourism, fishing and renewable energy.
The Icelandic economy is in a recovery phase after the COVID-19 pandemic.
GDP is expected to grow by 3.5% in 2024.
Inflation remains high, around 5%.
And the unemployment rate is low, around 2%.
There is a labor shortage in some sectors, such as tourism and construction.
Wages are rising, but not at the rate of inflation.
The main countries of origin of foreign workers in Iceland are:
Poland: 30%
Lithuania: 15%
Philippines: 8%
Thailand: 5%
Denmark: 4%
Other countries: 42%
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The reasons why foreign workers come to Iceland include:
Better job opportunities - Iceland has a low unemployment rate and a growing economy.
Higher wages: Wages in Iceland are generally higher than in the foreign workers' home countries.
AND A safe working environment: Iceland is a safe country with a high standard of living.
The Icelandic government has an open and welcoming immigration policy.
Foreign workers are encouraged to come to Iceland to work and contribute to the economy.
However, there are some challenges that foreign workers may face, such as:
The language: Iceland's official language is Icelandic, which can be difficult to learn.
Climate: Iceland has a cold, wet climate that can be difficult to get used to.
The cost of living: The cost of living in Iceland is high, especially in Reykjavík.#openyourwindowtotheworld #TravelIsHyperlive
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🔎 I am Gustavo Llusá, Argentine, after traveling for several years through more than 65 countries I settled in Latvia where I married Dace and learned to know another way of life, on the other side of the map.
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