Jiangping, China

With a population of just under 43,000, this is a sleepy, bureaucratic backwater - hardly the stuff of grand international ambitions. The diving association that calls Jiangping home was only just established in 2020, suggesting an administrative morass that newcomers may find frustrating to navigate. And while the city has managed to elect a president and vice presidents to oversee its sporting endeavors, the reality on the ground is likely a persistent headache of red tape. Overall, Jiangping seems a poor fit for anyone seeking an efficient, streamlined expat experience.