Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Authorities in Finland are investigating a suspected group responsible for smuggling nearly 100 kilograms of cannabis into the country, according to a recent statement by Finnish Customs. The investigation began …
Finnish Customs suspects major cannabis operation after seizing 13 Kg from Bangkok Read More
Swedish police officially boarded the Chinese vessel Yi Peng 3 on Thursday as part of an investigation into its potential involvement in recent cable breaks in the Baltic Sea. This …
Swedish police boards: New developments in the Yi Peng 3 investigation Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Hanoi has announced an exciting new partnership between the Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) and the International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR). The two organizations officially …
Sweden and Vietnam partner to promote sustainable energy development Read More
From December 8 to 13, 2024, a Thai delegation led by Mr. Worawut Pongpraphapan, Director-General of the Department of Consular Affairs, and Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of …
Thai delegation visits Finland to address labor regulations for wild berry harvesting Read More
The Danish Defence Intelligence Service (FE) has released its latest threat report, revealing a grim picture of China’s growing influence and its potential risks to Denmark and the West. The …
Danish intelligence report highlights rising threats from China Read More
Nysnø Climate Investments and Singapore-based Eastern Pacific Shipping Ventures (EPS Ventures) announced a NOK 50 million investment in Zinus, a leader in maritime charging and shore power solutions. This funding …
Nysnø and EPS Ventures invest in Zinus’ sustainable maritime solutions Read More
Ocean Infinity has announced the delivery of its first unit in a new series of 85-meter robotic vessels, which Norwegian company Vard constructed at its Vung Tau, Vietnam, facilities. Named …
Ocean Infinity takes delivery of first robotic vessel from Vard, built at its Vietnam facilities Read More
Swedish oat milk producer Oatly announced that it will close its manufacturing facility in Singapore, the company’s first in Asia, to streamline its supply chain. This decision, revealed on December …
Oatly closes Singapore facility to streamline production in Europe Read More
This year marks the 20-year anniversary of the devastating tsunami that struck Thailand on December 26, 2004, claiming thousands of lives and forever changing the lives of many survivors. In …
Danish TV2 publishes documentary on the 20-Year anniversary of the tsunami in Thailand Read More
Sweden’s Climate and Environment Minister, Romina Pourmokhtari, has proposed a ban on low-cost Chinese goods from platforms like Shein and Temu. This initiative seeks to promote sustainable consumption and reduce …
Swedish Climate and Environment Minister calls to ban Shein and Temu Read More
A Scandinavian Christmas service will take place at Christ Church in Bangkok on Tuesday, December 24th, at 1:00 PM. The event invites Danes, Swedes, Norwegians, and Finns to gather and …
Scandinavian Christmas service and juleskål in Bangkok December 24 Read More
China has accused the European Union (EU) of engaging in smear tactics against Chinese businesses following the EU’s recent sanctions imposed on several firms for their support of Russia’s war …
China accuses EU of smear tactics against Chinese companies Read More
Thailand has expressed its desire to continue cooperation on adoptions to Denmark, alongside the Czech Republic and India. The Danish Authority for Adoption (Ankestyrelsen) has taken over ongoing adoption cases …
Thailand wishes to continue adoption cooperation with Denmark Read More
Experts have raised suspicions of sabotage attempts related to underwater cables near Læsø, following new underwater footage obtained by TV 2. The underwater footage reveals drag marks on the seabed …
New underwater footage raise sabotage suspicions against Yi Peng 3 Read More
A tragic incident occurred at a Thai massage salon in Oslo, where a man passed away last Thursday. The police have confirmed the death to Dagbladet. According to the husband …
Norwegian man dies in Thai massage salon in Oslo Read More
The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) has raised alarms about the risk of China’s military accessing Danish genetic information. PET warns that if China obtains DNA data from Denmark, …
PET Warns: Danish DNA information could fall into the hands of China’s military Read More
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is actively seeking to strengthen its market presence in the Philippines through innovative initiatives, including discussions around potential in-mall pop-ups to enhance customer engagement and brand …
IKEA plans pop-ups to expand in the Philippines Read More
A significant bribery investigation is underway involving Global Group Finland, a cleaning company founded by a former Chief Financial Officer from the Finnish Defense Forces and a lawyer. The company’s …
Finnish company investigated for bribery linked to Thai operations Read More
In Skåne, approximately two out of three women diagnosed with invasive placenta have lost their uterus after undergoing surgery between 2018 and 2022. Only one in three women affected left …
Swedish woman gives birth in China as two-thirds of Skåne women lose uterus due to invasive placenta Read More
The Danish Environmental Protection Agency has taken action by sending warning letters to around 1,000 Chinese companies. These warnings address the companies’ responsibilities for waste management to ensure they contribute …
Danish Environmental Protection Agency warns 1,000 Chinese companies Read More
Concern over child trafficking and fraud in collaboration countries has led several political parties in Denmark to question the future of international adoption. A confidential report from the Danish Agency …
Danish lawmakers question adoptions over child trafficking concerns in Thailand, Philippines and Taiwan Read More
A recent series of incidents involving massage clinics in Thailand has prompted warnings from a Norwegian expert following the deaths of two individuals. Thai singer Ping Chayada Phraohom, 20, died …
Norwegian expert issues warning after two deaths linked to massage clinics in Thailand Read More
The Danish Consulate General in Shanghai recently hosted a Nordic Diversity Film Day, collaborating with representatives from Finland and Norway. Over 100 attendees gathered to enjoy a curated selection of …
Danish Consulate hosts Nordic Diversity Film Day in Shanghai Read More
Danish offshore wind developer Ørsted has signed an agreement to sell a 50% stake in its Greater Changhua 4 offshore wind farm to Taiwanese Cathay Life Insurance for DKK 11.6 …
Ørsted sells half of its stakes in Taiwanese offshore wind farm Read More
The Norwegian Embassy in Manila is closely monitoring the situation following the eruption of the Kanlaon volcano on December 9, 2024. The eruption has prompted the evacuation of over 87,000 …
Norwegian Embassy in Manila alerts citizens amid Kanlaon Volcano eruption Read More
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya warmly invites everyone to participate in a series of festive Christmas and New Year events throughout December. The Norwegian Seamen’s Church Christmas events On …
Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya invites community to services throughout Christmas Read More
On December 14, 2024, the Embassy of Sweden’s Section Office in Yangon will host “The People of 2024 Myanmar,” a special dance performance as part of the third annual Human …
Sweden’s Embassy in Yangon invites to human rights event Read More
What do a small town in Arkansas, a coastal village in Indonesia, and a Scandinavian country with the Northern Lights have in common? They’re all named Sweden. . Now, Sweden …
Sweden becomes first country to seek trademark for its name Read More
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen kicked off his visit to Southeast Asia by officially opening Denmark’s new embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This move comes as part of a …
Danish FM inaugurates new embassy and meets with PM in Malaysia Read More
After more than two years of fighting, Catrine Hægeland Øglænd has received the long-awaited news: her orphaned half-sister, Rose, aged 12, can finally move to Norway from Thailand. On Tuesday, …
Norwegian Catrine celebrates as half-sister Rose receives passport in Thailand Read More
Swedish authorities have launched investigations into the sex trade at around 1,600 Thai salons in Sweden. High-profile individuals, including a TV4 personality, face scrutiny after admitting to spending over 40,000 …
Investigation uncovers widespread sex trade at Thai salons in Sweden Read More
As Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen wrapped up his work trip in the Philippines and headed to Malaysia, he assured officials that he would not keep them waiting another …
Danish FM to Philippines: You don’t have to wait 25 years before I’m back Read More
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen will commence a two-day working visit to Malaysia starting Tuesday, December 11, 2024. In a statement, the Malaysian Foreign Ministry announced that Rasmussen plans …
Danish FM has begun his two-day visit to Malaysia Read More
For three weeks, German, Danish, and Swedish authorities have monitored the Chinese ship “Yi Peng 3,” which Sweden has now left behind. The vessel remains anchored in Kattegat, within Denmark’s …
Swedish coast guard withdraws from Chinese vessel ‘Yi Peng 3’ Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam has announced a collaborative effort to enhance the country’s primary healthcare system. This initiative aims to provide equal access to health services and tackle …
Denmark and Vietnam collaborate to strengthen primary healthcare Read More
In a remarkable demonstration of endurance and camaraderie, the first Norwegian military foot march took place in Singapore this October. This inaugural event, introduced by Sam Egerton, a member of …
The Norwegian foot march comes to Singapore Read More
As the world of travel fully reopened in 2023 following the Covid-19 pandemic, Danish travelers have developed exciting new preferences for their holiday destinations. Insights from the price comparison site …
Danish travelers interest in Southeast Asia grew in 2023 Read More
On December 8, the highly anticipated Danish Christmas Bazaar returned to the Gaysorn Urban Resort in Bangkok, inviting families and friends to partake in a day filled with festive cheer …
Celebrating christmas spirit: Community and charity at the Danish Christmas Bazaar in Bangkok Read More
Chinese automaker BYD, the world’s largest producer of electrified vehicles, plans to kickstart production at its new factory in Hungary by late 2025. This innovative facility aims to produce 200,000 …
BYD eyes Norway as key market in ambitious expansion plans Read More
A new Norwegian innovation, the “Aquadrone,” is making waves in the fight against marine pollution. Recently deployed in Trondheim’s harbor, this cutting-edge drone can navigate the water and collect waste, …
Norwegian Aquadrone cleans marine waste in Trondheim and Singapore Read More
Ville Skinnari, the chairman of the China friendship group in the Finnish parliament and a prominent member of Parliament (MP), emphasized the importance of educational collaboration during a recent speech …
Finnish MP advocates educational collaboration in China Read More
Catrine Hægeland Øglænd, a 37-year-old woman, has invested 1.5 million kroner and made seven trips to Thailand in her quest to bring her orphaned half-sister, Rose, aged 12, back to …
Catrine battles to bring half-sister home to Norway from Thailand Read More
Sweden recently served as the partner country for the 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC), one of the largest mining conferences in the Philippines, held in Baguio …
Sweden and the Philippines strengthen mining ties at ANMSEC 2024 Read More
Several Danish citizens find themselves imprisoned in Asia for drug-related offenses, and among them is 55-year-old John, who serves over five years in a Thai prison for drug possession. John …
Danish man in Thai prison warns others in DR crime program “Kriminelt” Read More
In a heartfelt gesture, the Embassies of Finland and Norway in Bangkok extended their warm wishes to the people of Thailand on the occasion of the country’s National Day, which …
Finnish and Norwegian Embassies in Bangkok celebrate Thailand’s National Day Read More
Indonesia and Sweden are enhancing their healthcare collaboration through the Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership (SISP) Healthcare platform. Team Sweden, which includes the Swedish Embassy and Swedish companies, launched this initiative in …
Indonesia and Sweden strengthen healthcare cooperation Read More
In an extraordinary twist of fate, a Swedish man celebrating a monumental win on the V75 betting system has taken home an incredible 2.8 million kronor, sparking excitement and intrigue …
Swedish man wins 2.8 Million and heads to Thailand to celebrate Read More
Recent developments in South Korea have raised significant international concerns, particularly as NATO closely monitors the situation following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of a military state of emergency. This …
NATO monitors South Korea’s political turmoil amid China concerns Read More
The picturesque landscapes of Vang Vieng, Laos, once bustling with tourists and filled with laughter, now echo with somber silence following a tragedy that has shaken the community to its …
Lao restaurant owner: It was like a bomb that devastated the entire community Read More
The HCM City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) is gearing up to enchant audiences with its captivating performances of the classic ballet The Nutcracker at the Opera House on …
HBSO celebrates christmas with The Nutcracker choreographed by Norwegian Johanne Jakhelln Read More