Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
On November 2, 2024, authorities arrested a 31-year-old Danish man, Mr. Asger Ploug Emborg, in Koh Samui for allegedly threatening local residents with firearms. This arrest followed multiple reports of …
Danish man arrested for threatening people with guns Koh Samui Read More
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Thailand invites everyone to join the choir “Vaffelstrupene,” which resumes on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Under the direction of Øystein Heggstad, the …
Vaffelstrupene choir at the Norwegian Seamen’s Church opens for new members Read More
Top Swedish companies, which have been investing in Malaysia’s industrial development since the country’s independence, are now turning their expertise toward the nation’s green economy transition. This initiative aligns with …
Swedish investment in Malaysia’s green transition Read More
The European Commission has initiated an investigation into the Chinese online retailer Temu, focusing on whether the platform complies with EU laws regarding the sale of illegal products. This probe …
EU investigates Temu for compliance with product regulations Read More
Exciting news emerged during the launch of “The World’s Great Celebration” campaign by Central Pattana: the original Santa Claus from Rovaniemi, Finland, will visit Thailand at the end of November …
The real Santa Claus is coming to Thailand! Read More
On October 30, 2024, Denmark-based A.P. Moller-Maersk opened its new $4.8 billion (P280 billion) distribution facility in Calamba City. This significant investment represents a crucial step toward enhancing the Philippines’ …
New Maersk facility opens in the Philippines Read More
The Embassy of Sweden proudly co-organized the event titled “Supporting Working Parents with Paid Parental Leave: Status, Sharing Experiences, and Next Steps” alongside UNICEF Thailand and the United Nations Global …
Sweden and UNICEF Thailand collaborate promote paid parental leave Read More
Mr. Pichet Photphakdi, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, led a significant meeting focused on educational collaboration between Thailand and Finland. The meeting took place with representatives from …
Thailand and Finland discuss educational collaboration for future growth Read More
On October 27, 2024, the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communication honored 10 dedicated Swedish journalists for their significant contributions to the development of Vietnamese journalism. This recognition is part …
Swedish journalists in Vietnam honored for contributions to media Read More
On October 21, 2024, the National Police Office arrested two Swedish nationals in Pattaya during a significant crackdown on transnational crime. This action aligns with the police’s renewed policy to …
Swedish nationals arrested in Pattaya for transnational crime Read More