Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
European companies are being “taken hostage” in the escalating trade tensions between China and the United States, warns Jens Eskelund, Managing Director of Maersk China and President of the EU …
Maersk China chief: EU companies are ‘hostage’ in US-China trade conflict Read More
From 1 September 2025, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok will no longer issue several certificates that many Swedes in Thailand have previously relied on for administrative purposes. The embassy …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok to stop issuing seven types of certificates Read More
A delegation from the Danish Maritime Authority conducted its annual Port State Control (PSC) visit to China from 8 to 18 June 2025, focusing on safety procedures for ships using …
Denmark inspects ships in China to promote green shipping safety Read More
Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính paid an official visit to Sweden from 11 to 13 June 2025. The visit included meetings with Swedish government leaders, members of the royal …
Vietnamese Prime Minister’s busy visit to Sweden Read More
Mikael Hemniti Winther, Denmark’s Consul General in Shanghai since 2018, will take up a new posting as Ambassador of Denmark to South Korea from 1 August 2025. He will also …
Mikael Hemniti Winther named new Danish Ambassador to South Korea Read More
Thailand and Norway reaffirmed their long-standing diplomatic relationship during the 13th Bilateral Consultations, co-chaired on Friday 13 June 2025 by H.E. Russ Jalichandra, Thailand’s Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, and …
Thailand and Norway reviewed bilateral relations in Oslo Read More
A senior delegation from China has concluded a three-day visit to Norway, reinforcing political ties and exploring new areas of bilateral cooperation. Led by Liu Jianchao, head of the International …
Communist Party of China delegation ends three-day visit to Norway Read More
The Governor of Bangkok, Chadchart Sittipunt, will visit Copenhagen from Monday 16 to Thursday 19 June 2025 as part of an official programme to explore Danish expertise in sustainable urban …
Bangkok Governor visits Copenhagen Read More
The much-loved Danish Christmas Bazaar will once again take place in Bangkok, bringing Danish holiday traditions to the heart of the Thai capital. This year’s bazaar will be held on …
The Danish Christmas Bazaar returns on 6 December 2025 Read More
Representatives from the Nordic chambers of commerce in Malaysia recently held a high-level dialogue with the Prime Minister’s Office to explore strategic collaboration in support of Malaysia’s economic transformation. The …
Nordic business leaders meet Malaysian PM’s office Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is hiring a Trade & Investment Adviser to strengthen Danish business engagement in Vietnam’s maritime and defense sectors, with a primary focus on maritime. …
Danish Embassy in Vietnam seeks trade adviser for maritime sector Read More
The Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Nordic Midsummer Mingle on Friday 20 June 2025 at the Brewski Rooftop Bar, Radisson Blu Plaza in Bangkok. The informal event is …
Nordic chambers invited to Midsummer mingle in Bangkok Read More
Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines, Christian Halaas Lyster, took part in Quezon City’s observance of the 2025 World Day Against Child Labor, held at the QC M.I.C.E. Center on Tuesday …
Norwegian Ambassador joins Quezon City campaign against child labor Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is inviting members and friends to a joint Midsummer celebration with SwedCham on Friday 20 June 2025. This special edition of FinnCham’s …
FinnCham and SwedCham team up for Midsummer rooftop celebration in Hong Kong Read More
Taiwan and Finland concluded their eighth round of bilateral trade talks in Helsinki on Wednesday 5 June 2025, with both sides committing to expand cooperation across multiple sectors including circular …
Taiwan and Finland conclude trade talks in Helsinki Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok has issued a warning about fraudulent job advertisements circulating on TikTok, where individuals are being misled into paying money for supposed work opportunities as …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok warns of berry-picking job scam on TikTok Read More
The Thai-Nordic Golf Section invites golfers to the grand finale of its tournament season—the TNA Royal Cup 2025—taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025 at the Royal Golf & Country …
TNA Royal Cup 2025 tees off 21 June Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Singapore is seeking a full-time Visa Officer (CW2), with the application deadline set for Friday 13 June 2025 (midnight). The position is open only to …
Danish Embassy in Singapore seeks visa officer Read More
The embassies of Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden in Bangkok proudly took part in this year’s Bangkok Pride celebrations, marking a significant moment for LGBTI rights in the region. In …
Nordic embassies joined Bangkok Pride celebrations Read More
Norway made a strong appearance at this year’s THAIFEX – Asia’s leading food and beverage trade show – with several top seafood exporters promoting sustainable, premium-quality Norwegian seafood. Throughout the …
Norwegian seafood exporters showcased at THAIFEX 2025 in Bangkok Read More
On Thursday 19 June 2025, NordCham Vietnam will host the Green Industries Summit 2025 at Sofitel Saigon Plaza, bringing together leaders from manufacturing, construction, and climate-tech to explore Vietnam’s transition …
NordCham Vietnam hosts Green Industries Summit 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore is bringing the Sankt Hans tradition to life again with a summer celebration on Friday 20 June 2025 at 6:00 PM. The evening includes …
Danes in Singapore invited to celebrate Sankt Hans with bonfire and barbecue Read More
H.E. Mr. Michael Starbæk Christensen, Denmark’s incoming ambassador to Mongolia, presented a copy of his credentials earlier this week to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, according to the …
Denmark’s ambassador-designate to Mongolia presents his credentials Read More
Norwegian officials and industry leaders have expressed strong optimism about expanding maritime cooperation with China, focusing on sustainable shipping and green technologies. The remarks were made during the 2nd China-Norway …
Norway optimistic about expanding maritime cooperation with China Read More
Following the Philippines’ recent appointment of a non-resident defense attaché to Stockholm, Sweden has named Lieutenant Colonel Anders Nikanorsson as its new non-resident defense attaché to the Philippines, marking a …
Sweden and the Philippines step up defense cooperation Read More
The Danes Worldwide golf tournament is back! In collaboration with Fredensborg Golf Club and Fredensborghusene, Danes Worldwide is reviving its prestigious golf event for current and former Danes living abroad. …
Danes Worldwide golf tournament returns to Denmark this August Read More
Maria Müller Uhrskov Pedersen has been appointed as the new Danes Worldwide representative in Thailand, taking over from Marianne, who returns to Denmark at the end of May. Maria moved …
New Danes Worldwide representative appointed in Thailand Read More
Thailand’s Revenue Department has announced a proposed tax exemption that will benefit expatriates and tax residents: foreign income remitted to Thailand within two years of being earned will not be …
Thailand to exempt foreign income remitted within two years Read More
Thailand will purchase four Swedish-made Gripen E/F fighter jets as part of a US$595 million deal to replace its aging fleet of F-16 aircraft, the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) …
Thailand confirms Gripen fighter jet deal with Sweden Read More
The 59 year old Dane, Brian Dilling Pedersen, who was feared a victim of a crime after he lost contact with his family and his Facebook page was deleted, was …
Missing Dane found – happy as can be Read More
The spirit of Swedish summer came alive in Vietnam as alumni and friends gathered in Ho Chi Minh City in late May to celebrate Midsummer – one of Sweden’s most …
Swedish Midsummer celebrated with joy and nostalgia in Ho Chi Minh City Read More
A Danish man, 59-year-old Brian Dilling Pedersen, has gone missing in southern Thailand under increasingly worrying circumstances. His son, Steven Risager Madsen, fears that his father may have become the …
Danish man feared victim of extortion gang in southern Thailand Read More
The Myanmar Red Cross Society (MRCS) is working with the Singapore Red Cross and the Norwegian Red Cross to deliver technical and humanitarian support to communities affected by recent earthquakes …
Myanmar Red Cross collaborates with Singapore and Norway on earthquake relief Read More
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Growth Markets Fund II, has signed an agreement with ACEN, the listed energy platform of the Ayala Group, to sell a 25% minority stake …
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and ACEN join forces on offshore wind project in the Philippines Read More
NordCham Philippines has welcomed Axel Fries as its new Executive Director. A Swedish-Filipino with a professional background spanning Sweden, the United States, and now the Philippines, Fries brings a dynamic …
New Executive Director at NordCham Philippines Read More
Tom moved from Prachinburi in Thailand to Denmark when he was 12 years old. His mother had married a Danish man and, after two years of living in Denmark, she …
Fast Lane to Old Furniture Read More
Jakob Jensen, the 41-year-old Danish citizen who has been missing in Thailand since March 2025, has been confirmed dead. The confirmation follows weeks of investigation after Jakob’s family, with support …
Missing Dane found dead in Bangkok Read More
Sweden is celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pippi Longstocking—the world’s strongest girl—with a series of events in Bangkok that highlight children’s rights, gender equality, literature, and family empowerment. The celebrations …
Sweden celebrates 80 years of Pippi Longstocking in Bangkok Read More
Anna Lin Yip has concluded her tenure as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC), marking the end of a transformative chapter for the organisation. After …
Anna Lin Yip steps down as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China Read More
On Sunday 25 May 2025, Scandinavian residents and visitors in Pattaya came together for a special worship service at the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Jomtien. The service featured a sermon …
Scandinavians gather for Nordic service at Norwegian Church in Pattaya Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore hosted the Royal Side Run on Sunday 25 May 2025, bringing together members of the Danish community for a day of exercise, togetherness and …
Royal Side Run gathers Danish community in Singapore Read More
The Bangkok Post recently published an insightful opinion piece by Mr. Anders Ahnlid, Director General of the National Board of Trade, Sweden, titled “Work together for rule-based trade.” In this …
Sweden supports open, fair, and rules-based trade practices Read More
Norwegian citizens in Thailand will soon need to find alternative ways to prove their financial means when applying for or renewing retirement visas. The Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok has announced …
Norwegian Embassy in Thailand to phase out confirmation of income letters Read More
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang met with top Swedish officials during an official visit to Sweden from Tuesday 20 to Wednesday 21 May 2025, reaffirming …
Vietnam and Sweden reaffirm commitment to deepen cooperation Read More
During his recent high-level visit to China, Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs Lars Løkke Rasmussen visited Danfoss’ factory in Tianjin to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and …
Danish foreign minister visits Danfoss factory in Tianjin during China trip Read More
Work-based immigration to Finland fell by 23% in 2024, according to the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), amid economic downturn and rising interest rates. Yet Southeast Asian nationals continued to play …
Southeast Asians remain key contributors to work-based immigrants to Finland Read More
Norway and Vietnam are stepping up collaboration in green maritime initiatives, renewable energy, and sustainable trade as part of a growing bilateral partnership. The commitment was highlighted during the celebration …
Vietnam and Norway deepen cooperation on green economy and energy transition Read More
Swedish-Swiss technology company ABB has been awarded the 2025 SwedCham Honorary Award by the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China, recognizing its significant contributions to strengthening trade and industrial cooperation …
ABB receives 2025 SwedCham Honorary Award for leadership in sustainable industry in China Read More
The mobile Swedish Church in Asia – Marie and Olof Olsson – will host a service in Taipei on Sunday 25 May at 16:00. The service will take place at …
Swedish Church service in Taipei on Sunday 25 May Read More
The Danish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, together with the Danish Seaman’s Church, is inviting members and friends to join the annual Sankt Hans Junk Trip on Saturday 21 …
Danish Chamber in Hong Kong goes on Sankt Hans Junk Trip Read More