The Economist Asks...Which is the world’s most expensive city to live in as a foreigner?

The transcript discusses the high cost of living in various cities, including San Francisco, Manhattan, and Hong Kong. The speaker shares personal experiences of living in New York and the challenges faced by expats in expensive cities. They highlight the unexpected costs encountered in Hong Kong, particularly regarding visa fees. The discussion also includes a comparison of living costs in different global cities, emphasizing the financial challenges of living in these areas.

Which city is mentioned as having the highest housing costs according to the speaker's experience?

• Singapore

• San Francisco

• Hong Kong

• Manhattan

What unexpected cost did the speaker encounter when planning to visit China?

• A $400 visa fee

• Expensive food prices

• Costly transportation

• High accommodation costs

As an expat, what does the speaker suggest doing to find places to eat?

• Visit popular tourist spots

• Explore street food options

• Look up places online

• Ask locals for recommendations

Which city is mentioned alongside Singapore as being expensive?

• Paris

• New York

• Luanda

• Tokyo

What is the speaker's reaction to hearing about Luanda's expenses?

• Surprised and unfamiliar

• Expected and well-known

• Excited and eager to visit

• Indifferent and uninterested