I have an offer for work but with the current situation developing in the region im unsure if I should? Would appreciate some insights and if there is a real risk.
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@2za well said. I left last year worse workplace ever leave it for the locals
@2za good choice. You can’t imagine how backward the working environment there
Thanks for all the insights. I decided to decline the job offer. My current role is secure and the move to Aramo is not worth it taking into consideration the instability, regional tensions and air pollution.
Are you unemployed?
If not, then avoid.
Just pose the question to your recruiter; they are reliable…
Everyone I know is getting on with their lives as usual. This is BS
Have you been offered double your current gross? If so consider. But I highly
- doubt it, more likely they danced at 20% increment which is peanuts. Presumably you’re out of work to even even be considering this.
@10s yeah right seems like u live on a military base very annoying and disrespectful to people living here. nobody gives a damn.
I wouldn't come. Everyone in anxious, fighter jet constantly flying over Dhahran. I've never seen it like this before.
As Saudis always said: good luck
Iran can’t really do much but make a fireworks show. You’ll be fine. Don’t be a wu-s.
Just do it… best job you will ever have, until you don’t.
If you have a job already, stay put. Current situation is not looking good. Plus all the air pollution.
American employees were always the first ones to flee at any sign of political instability and the first ones begging to return once they thought it was safe. Everyone else just continued as normal.
nah if ur worried about tensions in region its always been here and always will be...nothing unusual now.
It is ONLY considered a "good" place if the primary goal is financial gain. However, if the priority is a fast-paced meritocratic career advancement and rapid professional growth, it might not be the best choice for you.