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Thai Queen makes history with solo flight in Swedish Gripen fighter jet
Noon found her own way in Sweden
When Does Return to Invoice Car Insurance Actually Matter, and When Does It Not?
Danish sculptor fights for fate of ‘Pillar of Shame’ in Hong Kong
Best Personal Training Studio in the Singapore CBD: What to Measure Before You Commit
Historic Norwegian Seamen’s Mission property in Singapore put up for sale
Why Zero Depreciation Cover Is Not Only for Luxury Cars

Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia

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General news / Singapore / Sweden

Zara Larsson invites Singaporean dancer onstage at F1 concert

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Swedish pop star Zara Larsson gave a Singaporean dancer an unforgettable moment when she invited him onstage during her performance at the Singapore Grand Prix on Saturday, 10 October 2026. …

Norwegian TV crew films mystery in Thailand

Chinese-made rental cars recorded Norwegian military exercise

Finnish F1 driver Bottas cycles 420 km from Malaysia to Singapore

New Norwegian Ambassador Frode Solberg on trade ties with Thailand: “There Is Potential for More”

Business in Asia

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China / Retail & Wholesale / Sweden

IKEA turns to Douyin as it reshapes retail strategy in China

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Swedish furniture retailer IKEA has opened an official flagship store on Douyin, China’s popular short-video and e-commerce platform, as part of its efforts to reach consumers through new digital shopping …

Business Sweden expands operations in Shanghai

Norway’s Astrid Bergmål to attend EFTA–Vietnam trade deal signing

Norwegian mine-clearing technology for Indonesian Navy

Audible to launch in Indonesia and three Nordic countries in 2027

International News

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Finland / International relations / Thailand

Finnish Finance Minister Riikka Purra joins global economic leaders in Bangkok

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Finland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Riikka Purra participated in a high-level discussion on global economic resilience in Bangkok on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, alongside the heads of …

Finland’s Valtonen criticises US Russian diesel decision in Singapore

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Finnish trade minister leads business mission to Indonesia and Vietnam

Norway’s Aukrust to focus on job creation at Bangkok meetings

Sanctioned Chinese ship spotted near Norway’s Arctic border

Nordic Community News

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Community news / Denmark / Thailand

Danes and Danish Church invite community to Advent lunch in Bangkok

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Danes and the Danish Church in Thailand will host an Advent service and Danish Christmas lunch in Bangkok on Sunday, 29 November. The event begins at 11am at the Danish …

Denmark-Vietnam team takes third at Hanoi dragon boat race

Filipino designer turns a Christmas tradition into LEGO art

Frederiksberg and Philippines discuss Filipino recruitment for Danish elder care

Nordic embassies in Bangkok announce Nordic Walk & Run for November 2026