Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Queen Suthida of Thailand has completed her first solo flight in a Swedish-built Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jet, marking a remarkable milestone in her aviation career and highlighting the …
Thai Queen makes history with solo flight in Swedish Gripen fighter jet Read More
Foreign residents applying for Finnish citizenship will face a new citizenship test from March 2027 as Finland introduces stricter requirements for becoming a citizen. The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) announced …
Finland to introduce citizenship test for foreign applicants in 2027 Read More
Audiobook platform Audible plans to expand into Indonesia, Denmark, Norway and Finland in 2027, not Sweden, bringing its services to new audiences in Southeast Asia and Northern Europe. Audible is …
Audible to launch in Indonesia and three Nordic countries in 2027 Read More
Swedish furniture retailer IKEA is preparing its stores in Denmark to help people during major emergencies, including power outages, flooding and other crises, as European countries strengthen their civil preparedness. …
IKEA stores in Denmark prepare to serve as emergency shelters Read More
Norwegian aquaculture company Nordic Aqua Partners increased its salmon harvest in China by 35 percent in the third quarter of 2026 compared with the previous quarter, as production at its …
Norwegian salmon producer boosts harvest in China by 35% Read More
A Chinese heavy-lift cargo vessel linked to Russia’s sanctioned Arctic gas industry has been observed lingering near Norway’s northern maritime border, raising questions about its movements and destination. The vessel, …
Sanctioned Chinese ship spotted near Norway’s Arctic border Read More
A chance encounter between Danish visitor Strit Bram and a young street musician in Phuket developed into a lasting friendship. Years later, Nene Royal has taken a vintage guitar given …
Danish supporter helped Nene Royal on her journey from Phuket to America’s Got Talent final Read More
A Thai berry picker is recovering in hospital after surviving a rare bear attack while picking cloudberries in northern Sweden. Police launched an overnight search to destroy the bear responsible …
Thai berry picker survives bear attack in northern Sweden Read More
Swedish television producers Christer Björkman and Peter Settman are moving closer to bringing the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia to Bangkok, with Sweden’s public broadcaster SVT now considering broadcasting the …
Eurovision Asia gathers momentum ahead of Bangkok debut Read More
Thousands of Southeast Asians have quietly become an essential part of Greenland’s workforce, but many now face an uncertain future as international attention on the Arctic island continues to intensify. …
Greenland’s Southeast Asian workers face uncertain future Read More
When Chinese Coast Guard vessels recently began patrolling the waters east of Taiwan, many Europeans saw another incident in the long-running tensions across the Taiwan Strait. They should have seen …
Chinese patrols east of Taiwan represent an economic threat for EU Read More
The Economist recently described Beerlao as “probably the most important lager in the world”, echoing Carlsberg’s famous slogan. The newspaper recognised what many visitors to Laos have known for decades: …
Beerlao wins global praise Read More
Vietnamese mobility company Green SM has launched a fully electric taxi service in Copenhagen, making Denmark the company’s first European market and marking the first export of Vietnam’s integrated electric …
Vietnamese taxi model launched in Copenhagen Read More
Norwegian seafood producer Osland is introducing its premium Norwegian Fjord Trout to Malaysian consumers through an exclusive launch at Jaya Grocer’s Seafood Fiesta. The campaign gives Malaysian shoppers an opportunity …
Norwegian fjord trout brand enters Malaysian retail market Read More
One of the most recognisable landmarks of the Scandinavian community in Singapore has been put on the market, as the Norwegian Seamen’s Mission (Sjømannskirken) seeks a buyer for its hilltop …
Historic Norwegian Seamen’s Mission property in Singapore put up for sale Read More
The Thai courts are looking for a person with an excellent command of both Norwegian and Thai to assist as a court interpreter in cases involving Norwegian nationals. While English …
Thai court seeks Norwegian–Thai court interpreter Read More
Contrary to popular belief, condominiums in Phuket are now more expensive than villas, according to a 2026 property market index highlighted by Expat Guide Thailand. The findings challenge the common …
Phuket condos cost more than villas, new index shows Read More
Air China will launch a new route connecting Beijing, Copenhagen and Reykjavik on 26 October 2026, creating a direct air link between the Chinese capital and Iceland via Denmark. The …
Air China launches Beijing–Copenhagen–Reykjavik route Read More
Without thousands of Thai berry pickers, there was a fear that the berries would rot in the forest. Now it seems that demand has pushed the prices so high, that …
Finns go picking own berries as the prices go up Read More
Cambodian Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology Thor Chetha led a delegation on an official visit to Finland from 27 to 29 July, during which they visited the Finnish weather …
Cambodia looks to Finnish technology to strengthen weather forecasting Read More
Sweden has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Stefan Ungerth as its new Defence Attaché to Vietnam, continuing the country’s defence representation and cooperation in Southeast Asia. Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of National Defence, …
Sweden appoints new Defence Attaché to Vietnam Read More
Swedish luxury fashion brand Acne Studios has officially entered the Malaysian market with the opening of its first standalone store at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, marking another step in the company’s …
Swedish fashion brand Acne Studios opens first store in Malaysia Read More
Swedish athlete David Thid, who competes in the 400-metre hurdles — a track event in which runners must clear 10 evenly spaced hurdles while sprinting one lap around the track …
Swedish athlete David Thid switches allegiance to Thailand Read More
Working conditions for Thai berry pickers in Sweden appear to be improving after years of criticism over exploitation, although labour representatives say further reforms are still needed. Thousands of Thai …
Working conditions improve for Thai berry pickers in Sweden, but concerns remain Read More
Vietnam recorded strong export growth to Sweden, Denmark and Norway during the first half of 2026, supported by improved market access under the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement. Vietnamese exports to …
Strong growth in exports from Vietnam to the Nordic countries Read More
A delegation of Nordic buyers will attend Vietnam International Sourcing 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City as Vietnamese producers seek to expand their presence in Nordic food markets. Vietnam International …
Nordic food buyers return to Vietnam sourcing fair Read More
Norway’s public transport authority Ruter has completed an extensive cybersecurity assessment of two electric buses, concluding that while there is no evidence of surveillance through onboard cameras, remotely connected vehicle …
Oslo transit authority tests cyber risks in Chinese electric buses Read More
Indonesia and Norway have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation on the energy transition, sustainable fisheries, forestry and climate action following a meeting between their foreign ministers on the sidelines of …
Indonesia, Norway expand cooperation on energy transition and forestry Read More
Sweden has formally acceded to the ASEAN Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC), marking a new milestone in its engagement with Southeast Asia. The accession was signed in Manila on …
Sweden joins ASEAN friendship treaty during Manila visit Read More
The Nordic business community in the Philippines is preparing for the return of Viking Party Manila, which will take place on 12 September 2026 at the Dusit Thani Manila. Organised …
Viking Party Manila returns on 12 September Read More
Bangladesh has launched a new eco-tourism vessel powered by Swedish thin-film solar technology in a project that also marks the expansion of Swedish solar company Midsummer into the Bangladeshi market …
Swedish solar technology powers Bangladesh’s newest eco-tourism vessel Read More
The outlook among Danish companies operating in China has improved significantly, according to the latest Danish Business Outlook on China (DBOC) Index for the first half of 2026. The index …
Danish business confidence in China reaches highest level since 2023 Read More
The Danish Business Association Singapore (DABS) has introduced its board for 2026, headed by newly elected President Sarah Katz, following the association’s Annual General Meeting held on 24 March. Katz, …
Sarah Katz takes over as President of DABS Singapore Read More
The Danish church community in Singapore has received a major financial boost with donations totalling DKK 1.125 million from the Den A.P. Møllerske Støttefond and Jens og Margrethe Withs Fond …
Danish Church in Singapore secures DKK 1.125 million for parsonage renovation Read More
IKEA Thailand and Midsummer Siam have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore ways of making renewable energy solutions more accessible to consumers in Thailand. The agreement was signed during …
Swedish firms team up to bring solar technology closer to Thai consumers Read More
Thailand has entered a period of mourning following the announcement that Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati passed away on 11 June at the age of 47. The Princess had …
Thailand enters mourning following death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Read More
“Why Sweden?” That was the question posed by H.E. Mrs. Arunrung Phothong Humphreys, Ambassador of Thailand to Sweden, as she opened The Wood Solution Thailand Forum 2026 in Bangkok on …
Thailand and Sweden deepen cooperation on sustainable timber industry at Bangkok forum Read More
I attended The Wood Solution Thailand Forum in Bangkok this week expecting to learn about forestry, timber construction and climate solutions. Instead, I found myself reflecting on something else entirely. Sweden. …
How Sweden started a Thai movement Read More
The 6th Sweden–Thailand Sustainable Development Forum brought together government officials, business leaders, academics and sustainability experts in Bangkok on 29 May 2026 to discuss how international cooperation can help Thailand …
Sweden and Thailand strengthen climate cooperation at sustainability forum Read More
The first industrial delegation from the Nordic region organised by the Thailand Board of Investment office in Stockholm, ended its official week-long programme in Thailand yesterday, Friday 15 May 2026. …
BOI Stockholm concludes first Nordic industrial delegation to Thailand Read More
A delegation of Nordic companies will this week take part in a coordinated industrial mission to Thailand organised by the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) office in Stockholm in connection …
Thailand’s BOI office in Stockholm expands Nordic industrial outreach Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok on Friday celebrated the launch of the new publication “Nature Plan for the Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand” at a small book launch event …
Royal Danish Embassy publishes ‘Nature Plan for the Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand’ Read More
A Danish, Dutch and Thai partnership is expanding wind turbine repair operations across Asia, following a new agreement to roll out mobile repair technology in up to 12 countries. The …
Danish, Dutch and Thai companies expand wind turbine repair operations across Asia Read More
Peter Kristian Vind, a Danish long time resident of Thailand, passed away in Thailand on 8 April 2026 at the age of 64. The news was shared by his friend …
Peter Vind passed away Read More
Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida are scheduled to pay an official visit to Sweden from 29 April to 2 May 2026, according to a Thai-language announcement circulating in …
Thailand’s King and Queen to pay official visit to Sweden Read More
When your day includes deep tillage, heavy haulage, or long hours on mixed terrain, the right tractor is the one that can hold pull without guzzling fuel or overheating. Mahindra …
New Mahindra NOVO tractors built for long hours and tough terrain Read More
Thailand wants more tourists. It wants them to stay longer. It says so repeatedly. The official policy reflects this ambition. Nordic travellers, like many others, are now granted 60 days …
Thailand’s visa confusion risks pushing long-stay visitors elsewhere Read More
Southeast Asia continues to attract Nordic travellers seeking longer stays, whether for winter escapes, remote work or semi-retirement. However, visa rules across the region have changed significantly in recent years, …
Thailand vs Malaysia vs Vietnam: Where is it easiest for Nordic expats to stay long-term? Read More
Former Swedish Ambassador Harald Sandberg, with postings in a.o. Jakarta, Seoul and New Delhi, has argued that Sweden’s current development aid system has failed and should be radically restructured. In a …
Ambassador Sandberg: Shut down Sida Read More
A Dutch design studio has launched a programme offering owners of a classic Volvo model the possibility to have the car comprehensively redesigned and modernised, while retaining its original character. …
Concept idea: Old cars redesigned and modernised Read More