10 Most Expensive Countries in the World

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7. Norway

Real GDP / GDP by PP ratio: 1.13

Norway’s wealth comes from its vast oil reserves, which it has used to establish an egalitarian social system, which attempts to minimize inequality among its citizens. This results in a high VAT system and high taxes to maintain the excellent standard of living afforded to its residents.

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