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The Philippines has officially inaugurated its reopened embassy in Helsinki, marking a new step in relations between the Philippines and Finland. Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro led the …
Philippines officially inaugurates reopened embassy in Finland Read More
Malaysia has appointed Datuk S. S. Amarjit Singh as the country’s new ambassador to Finland. The appointment was among 15 diplomatic postings presented by Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, King of Malaysia, …
Malaysia appoints new ambassador to Finland Read More
More than five decades after Norway became one of the first Western European countries to establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam during the war years, the two countries are now expanding …
Vietnam and Norway celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties Read More
A battle is unfolding in the icy waters of Antarctica. At the centre is krill, tiny shrimp-like creatures that feed whales, penguins and seals, but are also becoming increasingly valuable …
China and Norway push to expand krill fishing in Antarctica Read More
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te addressed the Copenhagen Democracy Summit 2026 by video on 12 May, calling for democracies to unite against growing authoritarian pressure. Speaking at the summit in Copenhagen, …
Taiwan president pops in on Copenhagen Democracy Summit Read More
Sweden is stepping deeper into the Philippines with new investments, grants and infrastructure cooperation tied to the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC). The Nordic country this week joined the expanded LEC …
Sweden joins major Philippine infrastructure push Read More
A new bridge between Sweden and Hong Kong may be taking shape in science and innovation. During an official visit to Sweden, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, …
Swedish universities seek stronger ties with Hong Kong Read More
Malaysia has reacted strongly after Norway unexpectedly stopped the delivery of naval missiles intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy, The Strait Times reports. The missiles, produced by Norwegian defence company …
Malaysia reacts after Norway stops missile delivery: “This is shocking” Read More
Vietnam is pushing to strengthen defence cooperation with Sweden following high-level talks in Hanoi this week. During a meeting on May 12, Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phan …
Vietnam wants closer defence ties with Sweden Read More
Young Vietnamese students and professionals from across Europe gathered in Paris on May 9 as a major Vietnamese youth network expanded to 14 countries – including Finland. According to Vietnams …
Vietnamese youth network expands to Finland and 13 other countries Read More