Bahrain brings about new achievement

Manama, June 4 (BNA): Bahrain has brought about a new achievement by clinching second place in a list of the top 10 countries that provide a balance between work and life. The list was released by InterNations, a global company specialised in this kind of researches on expatriates. With 42.9 working hours a week, Bahrain came second after Denmark and before Norway. The list also included Oman which occupied ninth place with 43.5 working hours for expatriates a week. Many expats who participated in the poll said they feel satisfied with their jobs and life in Bahrain. A Filipino added that there is time for relaxation after a work day.  InterNations company relied in its rating on interviews with around 13,000 expats living in 188 regions. It found out that the happiest people and most capable of striking a balance between work and life do not necessarily work less hours. However, the places where they live provides high quality of life that meets standards including housing, education and environment.