I just saw this article about the best countries for expats. I know Malta and Cyprus were “popular” and easy passports but they may not be the best place to live according to this.
Worth noting that Mexico is extremely easy to get permanent residence.
Best Countries Worst Countries
1 Taiwan 59 Kuwait
2 Mexico 58 Italy
3 Costa Rica 57 South Africa
4 Malaysia 56 Russia
5 Portugal 55 Egypt
6 New Zealand 54 Japan
7 Australia 53 Cyprus
8 Ecuador 52 Turkey
9 Canada 51 India
10 Vietnam 50 Malta