Very interesting. I think you could very well be right. Heard Peter Zeihan think the same with regards to geopolitical developments. Personally also looking at emigrating but wifey and I still discussing pros/cons regarding country of choice. Would love to here your experience there compared to Europe!  

 Language was obviously also a factor. My wife is Spanish, and that's how we argue 😁 
Let's stay in touch. I'm interested to find out what countries you discover...