Paying for citizenship
Podgorica buzzed with giant billboards and De Niro posters while Montenegro hosted a glittery Global Citizen Forum secretly funded by golden passports. I follow the rise of citizenship by investment programs, from Caribbean islands to Turkey and Vanuatu, and why wealthy buyers seek passports for sale.
Rolly's Take
This blog resonates with those who ponder the complex interplay of wealth, privilege, and identity in our increasingly globalized world. It speaks to the curious minds who are intrigued by the underlying motivations of the affluent, and the moral ambiguities of purchasing citizenship in a landscape rife with inequality. You’ll find a delicate exploration of aspiration and belonging, revealing how a shiny passport can unlock more than just borders — it can reshape one's place in the world. This is for readers who seek to understand not just the mechanics of citizenship by investment, but the deeper societal implications and the human stories woven into its fabric.