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21,600 posts on TikTok with AI generated images has used energy equivalent to 19 years Netflix streaming

May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The trend, transforming the photos of regular and famous people alike into realistic dolls and action figures, started a couple of years ago but gained more attention in early 2025 …

Indonesia / International relations / Norway

Norway urges Indonesia to defend global trade system amid tariff tensions

May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Norway has called on Indonesia to take a firm stand in support of the global rules-based trade system, as concerns grow over rising protectionism sparked by the United States’ renewed …

Agriculture, fishing, forestry / China / Norway / Retail & Wholesale

Norwegian seafood exports to China reach record in April

May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

In April 2025, Norway’s seafood exports reached a record high, totaling 14.3 billion Norwegian kroner (approximately 1.33 billion U.S. dollars). This marked a 2% increase compared to the same month …

Denmark / General news / Thailand

Novo Nordisk and Nanyang raise haemophilia awareness in Thailand

May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

In a unique collaboration to raise awareness of haemophilia in Thailand, Danish healthcare company Novo Nordisk and Thai footwear brand Nanyang have partnered to deliver specially designed shoes to members …

Business in Asia / China / Finland / Hong Kong / Indonesia / Malaysia / Philippines / Retail & Wholesale / Singapore / Thailand / Trading & Logistics / Vietnam

Arctic Blue Beverages wins Double Gold in San Francisco for fourth time

May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Finland’s Arctic Blue Beverages has once again made a splash on the global stage, taking home a Double Gold and four Silver medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits …

Community news / Denmark / Thailand

Celebrate Sankt Hans 2025 in the garden of the Danish Embassy

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Danish community in Bangkok is invited to gather for the annual Sankt Hans celebration on Saturday 24 May 2025, hosted in the beautiful garden of the Danish Embassy. Organized …

International relations / Opinion / Sweden / Vietnam

Sweden’s rare relationship with Vietnam

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, Sweden and Vietnam stand as partners not only in trade, but in trust. What began as a bold diplomatic gesture in …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Singapore / Transportation, maritime

Singapore’s DSTA signs new deal with Denmark’s OMT

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Denmark’s Odense Maritime Technology Group (OMT) to explore the application of additive manufacturing (3D printing) …

China / Denmark / Finland / Hong Kong / Indonesia / International relations / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Sweden / Taiwan

Vietnam protests Chinese and Philippine claims in disputed South China Sea reef

May 5, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Vietnam has formally protested recent territorial claims made by both China and the Philippines over Second Thomas Shoal, part of the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, according …

China / Denmark / Estonia / Finland / General news / Hong Kong / Iceland / Indonesia / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Singapore / Taiwan / Thailand

Finnair appoints Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as new CFO

May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Finnair has announced the appointment of Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Executive Board. She will begin working with the company on 15 …

Denmark / Finland / General news / Iceland / Norway / Singapore / Sweden

European Film Festival in Singapore is in full swing!

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The 34th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is currently underway in Singapore, running from 23 April to 24 May 2025. This annual event, organized by the European Union Delegation to …

Community news / Norway / Thailand

TNCC to host 17 May Dinner celebrating 120 years of Thailand–Norway relations

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Norwegians and friends of Norway in Thailand are invited to mark this year’s Constitution Day with a special 17 May Dinner, hosted by the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC). The …

Community news / Norway / Thailand

Celebrate Norway’s Constitution Day at the Seamen’s Church in Pattaya

May 4, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Norwegians in Thailand are invited to celebrate 17 May, Norway’s Constitution Day, at the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya. The celebration will take place on Friday 17 May 2025, beginning …

International relations / Sweden / Vietnam

Swedish ambassador reflects on Sweden–Vietnam ties 50 years after unification

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

In a recent interview with the Vietnamese government’s online news portal, Sweden’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, reflected on the deep and enduring relationship between the two countries—one that began …

Finland / General news / Sweden / Thailand

Berry Pickers submit petition to Labor Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn

May 3, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On May 1, 2025, at Lan Khon Mueang in front of the Bangkok City Hall, representatives from the Thai Migrant Workers’ Union, led by Mr. Phaisanti Jumangwa and Ms. Maliwan …

Hospitality / Retail & Wholesale / Sweden / Thailand

Norwegian salmon festival returns to IKEA Thailand this May

May 3, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Throughout May 2025, IKEA Thailand is celebrating the return of its popular Salmon Festival, highlighting sustainable Norwegian seafood through a fusion of Thai and Scandinavian culinary traditions. In collaboration with …

Community news / Hong Kong / Sweden

Securitas wins SwedCham Hong Kong award

May 2, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong held its Annual General Meeting recently at The Do – WLAB, welcoming members and celebrating achievements within the Swedish business community. During …

Community news / Hong Kong / Norway

Norwegian School in Hong Kong celebrates Sports Day and 30th anniversary

May 2, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian International School (NIS) in Hong Kong recently hosted its annual Sports Day, where students, teachers, and families gathered for a vibrant day of outdoor activities. According to the …

Denmark / Finland / General news / Iceland / Norway / Sweden / Thailand

Busy May for Nordic people in Thailand

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

For Nordic residents in Thailand, May is a month filled with holidays, commemorations, and unique Thai cultural events. While only two official Thai public holidays fall in May (not counting …

Automotive / China / Malaysia / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand

Volvo Cars announces SEK 1.9 billion profit in Q1 and launches cost-saving plan

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Volvo Cars reported an operating income of SEK 1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2025, down sharply from SEK 4.7 billion in the same quarter last year. The result …

General news / Malaysia / Sweden

Swedish musician Dr. Alban to perform in Malaysia for the first time

April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Swedish-Nigerian Eurodance icon Dr. Alban is set to perform live in Malaysia for the first time this May. The concert will take place at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Friday 17 …

Finland / International relations / Thailand

Thai Parliamentary Delegation Strengthens Ties with Finland

April 30, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Mr. Pichet Chuamuangphan, First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand, led on 29 April 2025 a 19-member delegation to meet with Mr. Jussi Halla-aho, Speaker of the …

Agriculture, fishing, forestry / Business in Asia / Denmark / Vietnam

Denmark-Vietnam webinar on organic agriculture

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark and Vietnam brought together experts from relevant Vietnamese and Danish authorities regarding sustainable farming practices, with a special focus on organic agriculture. The format was a webinar held on …

Basic guides / Denmark / Finland / General news / Iceland / Norway / Sweden / Thailand

Denmark’s embassy reminds Danes of new Thailand arrival card

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand has issued a reminder via Facebook that all Danish citizens entering Thailand from Wednesday 1 May 2025 must complete a new Thailand Digital Arrival …

China / Finland / International relations

Finnish ambassador presents credentials to president of Mongolia

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Finnish Ambassador Mikko Kinnunen has officially assumed his role as Finland’s Ambassador to Mongolia. On Monday 21 April 2025, he presented his Letter of Credentials to Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh …

Business in Asia / Innovation & Technology / Norway / Singapore

Norwegian business community explores customer-centric innovation in Singapore

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Business Association Singapore (NBAS) hosted the first NBAS Tech Circle Seminar of 2025 on Wednesday 23 April, focusing on customer-centric innovation and practical strategies for breakthrough solutions. Held …

Construction, infrastructure / Denmark / Manufacturing / Philippines / Transportation, maritime

Denmark to co-host virtual seminar on revitalizing Philippine shipbuilding industry

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Denmark in the Philippines, in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Transportation and the Anti-Red Tape Authority, is set to co-host a virtual seminar titled “Revitalizing Philippine …

International relations / Norway / Vietnam

Norway and Vietnam strengthen partnership on sustainable ocean governance

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A webinar held on Wednesday 24 April 2025 highlighted the deepening cooperation between Norway and Vietnam in the fields of marine spatial planning (MSP), ocean governance, and sustainable development. Organised …

Energy / Sustainability

Denmark and Malaysia strengthen green transition alliance

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Danish Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (DanCham) took part in a high-level networking reception on Tuesday 22 April 2025, highlighting recent progress in green collaboration between Denmark and Malaysia. The …

Services / Sweden / Thailand

Thai-Swedish Chamber explores collaboration with Axis Communications in Thailand

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) is exploring potential collaboration with Axis Communications, a global leader in network video and security solutions with strong Swedish roots. On Wednesday 23 April …

Community news / Denmark / Hong Kong

Margith Pedersen bids farewell – again – at Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong will hold a special service with baptism on Sunday 27 April, which will also be Margith Pedersen’s last service during her current stay …

Community news / Denmark / Singapore

Danish Church in Singapore to unveil new royal portrait at charity run event

April 26, 2025May 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore will officially change its royal portrait from Queen Margrethe II to King Frederik X during the upcoming Royal Side Run 2025, held on Saturday …

General news / Sweden / Thailand

Sweden congratulates Thailand on child protection law, strengthens social development ties

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Ambassador of Sweden to Thailand, H.E. Anna Hammargren, met with Thailand’s Minister for Social Development and Human Security, H.E. Varawut Silpa-archa, on Wednesday 23 April 2025, to discuss key social …

Agriculture, fishing, forestry / China / Denmark / International relations

Denmark signs new food export deals with China, boosting access for fish, barley and horse feed

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark has strengthened its food trade with China through three new export protocols, signed during the visit by Denmark’s Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Jacob Jensen, to Beijing 21-22 …

Denmark / General news / Thailand

Peter Emil Romhild elected Chairman of the Danish Church in Thailand

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Danish Church in Thailand has appointed Peter Emil Romhild as its new Chairman following the Annual General Meeting held on Monday 31 March 2025. The decision was made at …

Community news / Denmark / Finland / Iceland / Norway / Sweden / Thailand

TNA elects new Chairman and new members of the board

April 26, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Thai-Nordic Association held its 106th Annual General Meeting at The Royal Bangkok Sports Club on Wednesday, 23 April 2025. The meeting was chaired by former Chairman Leo Alexandersen, who …

General news / Norway / Thailand

Thai Airways boosts Bangkok–Oslo route as Nordic–Asia-Pacific hub, marks 120 years of Thai–Norwegian ties

April 25, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Thai Airways International is reinforcing its role as a key link between the Nordic region and the Asia-Pacific by offering daily direct flights between Bangkok and Oslo, according to the …

General news / Sweden / Thailand

Swedish man found dead in hotel room in Phuket

April 25, 2025June 30, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A 52-year-old Swedish tourist was found dead in his hotel room in Patong, Phuket, on Tuesday 23 April 2025. The man, identified by police only as Mr Pierre, had been …

General news / Norway / Thailand

Norwegian man’s wife shot by former monk in Thailand, attacker kills himself

April 25, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A Norwegian man’s Thai wife was seriously injured after being shot by a former monk in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on Tuesday 23 April 2025. The attacker, identified as 48-year-old Pongsakorn …

Norway / Philippines / Transportation, maritime

Norwegian Training Center celebrates 35 years of maritime excellence in the Philippines

April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Training Center (NTC) marked its 35th anniversary on Thursday 24 April 2025 with a conference and celebration at the Peninsula Manila Hotel, highlighting three and a half decades …

Finland / General news / Sweden / Thailand

Berry pickers refute Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin’s claims: Over 4,000 affected, not just 30

April 23, 2025June 30, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Representatives of the Migrant Workers’ Union of Thailand — led by Coordinator and Educator Oranuch Pholpinyoh, Secretary Maliwan Athanu, and Treasurer Sailom Suwanta — held on March 27, 2025 a …

General news / Sweden / Thailand

Praya Lundberg teams up with PETA to promote pet adoption in Bangkok

April 23, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Swedish-Thai actress Praya Lundberg, known internationally for her role in White Lotus, will unveil a new campaign with PETA tomorrow, Thursday 24 April 2025, at the Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel in …

General news / Malaysia / Norway / Singapore

Meramanja brings Nordic-Asian rhythm to Malaysia with new single ‘Lari’

April 20, 2025April 21, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Malaysian-Norwegian singer, DJ, and creative director Merete Mei-Jin Noer — previously featured on ScandAsia as Miraculous Mera — has returned to Southeast Asia to film and promote her upcoming single …

General news / Myanmar / Sweden

Sweden boosts aid to Rohingya refugees

April 20, 2025April 20, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Sweden has pledged USD 12.7 million in humanitarian assistance to support more than a million Rohingya refugees from Myanmar and vulnerable host communities in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. According to the …

Denmark / Myanmar / Retail & Wholesale

Carlsberg expands presence in Myanmar beer market

April 20, 2025April 20, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Danish brewer Carlsberg is stepping up its efforts in Myanmar’s beer market, where international players are gaining ground amid shifting consumer preferences following the 2021 military coup. According to a …

Cambodia / China / International relations / Malaysia / Sweden / Vietnam

Swedish scholar sees Xi’s Southeast Asia tour as win for China’s image as stable partner

April 20, 2025April 20, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Chinese leader’s recent tour of Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam is seen by a Swedish expert as a diplomatic success for Beijing in the wake of new US tariffs. “The …

Business in Asia / China / Denmark / Transportation, maritime

Norden marks construction milestone for new multipurpose vessel in China

April 20, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On Wednesday 17 April 2025, Danish shipping company Norden and its Chinese partner Baosheng HK celebrated the start of construction on a new multipurpose cargo vessel (MPP) with a ceremonial …

Business in Asia / China / Innovation & Technology / Norway

Norwegian professor highlights business potential of Hainan at Boao Forum

April 19, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

At the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2025, over 1,000 delegates from more than 60 countries and regions convened to discuss openness and investment in the Hainan Free …

Denmark / Healthcare / Malaysia / Singapore

Danish firms eye Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone for investments

April 19, 2025April 19, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Danish companies are among the early foreign investors expressing serious interest in the new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), with particular focus on the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, according to …

Community news / Malaysia / Sweden

Swedish embassy in Malaysia is hiring communication officer

April 18, 2025 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Sweden in Kuala Lumpur is looking to hire a new Communication & Branding Officer to help promote Sweden’s innovation, trade, and culture in Malaysia. According to the …

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