Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Norway will serve as the Guest Country of Honour at Marintec China 2025, one of the world’s largest maritime trade fairs, held in Shanghai from 2 to 5 December …
Norway to be Guest Country of Honour at Marintec China 2025 Read More
SAS and Vietnam Airlines are expanding their partnership through a broader codeshare agreement that will link Copenhagen and Ho Chi Minh City with new onward connections across both Scandinavia and …
SAS and Vietnam Airlines expand codeshare agreement for 2026 Read More
Swedish industrial group Trelleborg AB has opened a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ba Ria–Vung Tau, marking a strategic expansion of the company’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region. Located in …
Trelleborg opens new manufacturing facility in Vietnam Read More
I am standing at the entrance to Legoland Malaysia on a bright Saturday morning in November, and even though I am thousands of kilometres from Denmark, the familiar colours, the …
Finding a piece of home inside Legoland Malaysia Read More
Sweden is partnering with the Philippine mining sector to introduce new safety technologies aimed at reducing accidents and improving operational standards. Swedish Ambassador to the Philippines Anna Ferry said the …
Sweden introduces zero-injury mining technology in the Philippines Read More
Indonesia and Finland have agreed to deepen their cooperation on sustainable lake management, forest rehabilitation and climate finance during a bilateral meeting at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, on Tuesday 18 …
Indonesia and Finland strengthen climate cooperation at COP30 Read More
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has signed the Pledge on Environmental Performance and Sustainability together with 15 embassies and UNESCAP to strengthen cooperation on urban environmental initiatives. The signing took …
Bangkok and Nordic embassies sign environmental sustainability pledge Read More
A 21-year-old Finnish man was critically injured after falling from the fourth floor of a hotel in Udon Thani on the evening of Friday 14 November 2025, according to Thai …
Finnish man critically injured after Udon Thani hotel fall Read More
Fresh details have emerged about Yangzijiang Maritime’s newbuilding programme as the Singapore-listed company prepares for its mainboard debut. New disclosures show that two separate joint ventures have ordered a series …
Maersk Tankers linked to new joint-venture orders in China Read More
Danish theatre company Teater Katapult will make its Hong Kong debut next month with the solo production The Insider, presented as part of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department’s “European …
Danish theatre company Teater Katapult to perform in Hong Kong Read More
Danish design brand Fritz Hansen has relaunched its Fritz Hansen Place in Jakarta, introducing an expanded concept that blends Scandinavian craftsmanship with Indonesian cultural elements. The newly renovated venue now …
Fritz Hansen reopens Jakarta showroom with Indonesian design collaborations Read More
Party General Secretary To Lam met Vincent Clerc, Chief Executive Officer of Denmark’s A.P. Moller – Maersk, in Hanoi on Tuesday 18 November to discuss future cooperation and new investment …
Maersk explores new green port investments in Vietnam Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Singapore and Try Swedish are inviting families and friends to experience a Swedish-style “Cosy Friday Night” on Friday 21 November at Chijmes. The event highlights …
Sweden brings “Cosy Friday Night” to Singapore Read More
The Nana Backpackers Hostel in Vang Vieng, Laos — where six travellers died from suspected methanol poisoning in November 2024, including two Danish women — is preparing to reopen under …
Laos hostel linked to fatal methanol incident prepares to reopen Read More
The Danish Embassy in Bangkok has completed a consular outreach visit to Cambodia, led by Ambassador Danny Annan together with the Consular and Visa team. During the visit, the delegation …
Denmark conducts consular outreach visit in Cambodia Read More
Malaysia has launched its Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) campaign in Helsinki, aiming to strengthen tourism ties with Finland and increase Nordic visitor numbers ahead of the country’s major tourism …
Malaysia launches Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign in Finland Read More
The Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2025 will take place on 28–29 November at Pattaya Beach, with Finland among the six countries presenting fireworks displays. This year’s event is held in …
Thailand’s Pattaya Fireworks Festival to feature Finland in 2025 Read More
Thai immigration authorities have introduced stricter checks on travellers who repeatedly enter and leave the country on short stays, as part of a nationwide effort to curb abuse of visa …
Thailand tightens scrutiny of repeated short-term entries Read More
NordCham Philippines will hold its annual Christmas Get-Together on 3 December 2025 at Willow Root Bar at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City. The chamber invites members, partners and …
NordCham Philippines to host Christmas Get-Together in Manila Read More
Finnish technology company Nokia has signed a multi-year partnership with Indonesian digital solutions provider Surge to roll out a nationwide 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) network aimed at improving affordable …
Nokia partners with Surge to expand affordable 5G internet across Indonesia Read More
Where small restaurants and bars glow under strings of warm lights in Kuala Lumpur, you find DenHygge — a cozy spot known for classic Danish dishes made entirely from scratch. …
The Danish butcher bringing smørrebrød to Kuala Lumpur Read More
Around 500 people took part in the third annual Nordic Walk & Run on 15 November in Benjakitti Park, organised by the embassies of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden in …
Nordic Walk & Run brings hundreds to Benjakitti Park Read More
The Chairman of An Giang Provincial People’s Committee, Ho Van Mung, met with Denmark’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Nicolai Prytz, on 13 November to discuss new areas of cooperation between the …
Danish ambassador explores new cooperation opportunities in Vietnam’s An Giang province Read More
The Philippine government and the Royal Danish Embassy in Manila have launched a two-day seminar to support the revival of the country’s shipbuilding and ship repair industry. The event, held …
Philippines and Denmark launch seminar to revitalise shipbuilding sector Read More
Vietnam and Denmark have launched a new Food Waste Recycling Handbook aimed at strengthening green transformation and circular-economy practices in the country. The handbook was introduced in Ho Chi Minh …
Vietnam and Denmark launch food-waste recycling handbook in HCM City Read More
Indonesia’s state-owned electricity firm PLN and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) have signed a Mutual Expression of Interest to advance a bilateral carbon trading initiative with Norway under Article …
Indonesia and Norway advance Article 6.2 carbon trade framework at COP30 Read More
Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has extended its memorandum of understanding with the Norwegian classification society DNV, paving the way for new trials of remote-controlled vessel technologies. The renewed …
Singapore and Norway’s DNV extend cooperation on remote-control vessel testing Read More
Finnish construction technology company Peikko Group Corporation showcased its advanced precast connection solutions at the BCA-SCAL Seminar 2025 in Singapore on 4 November. The event, themed “Elevating Productivity through Innovative …
Finnish Peikko highlights innovative construction at Singapore seminar Read More
The Swedish defence company Saab drew crowds at the Defense & Security 2025 exhibition in Bangkok with its full-scale mockup of the Gripen E fighter jet. The biennial event, organised …
Swedish Gripen fighter draws attention at Bangkok defense fair Read More
Swedish textile startup Syre AB plans to raise up to USD 700 million to build a new factory in Vietnam, following a multi-year supply deal with Nike Inc. The company’s …
Swedish textile recycler Syre plans $700 million Vietnam plant after Nike deal Read More
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide in Beijing on 11 November 2025, where both sides pledged to strengthen …
Norwegian foreign minister meets Chinese vice premier in Beijing Read More
AP Moller–Maersk has opened its largest contract logistics centre in Asia Pacific — the Maersk Mega Distribution Centre (Mega DC) — located in Shah Alam, Malaysia. Covering nearly 180,000 square …
Maersk opens mega logistics centre in Malaysia Read More
Norwegian health supplement company Noromega is expanding into Thailand, seeking to replicate the success it has achieved in China through e-commerce and livestreaming. The brand entered the Chinese market in …
Norwegian supplement brand Noromega eyes Thai market after China success Read More
Finland’s achievements in climate solutions and circular economy are offering valuable lessons for Malaysia, according to Malaysian news agency Bernama. Finland has become one of the global front-runners in green …
Finland shares climate success lessons with Malaysia Read More
Swedish home furnishing giant IKEA reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Chinese market at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive design. “The …
IKEA highlights local innovation and inclusive design in China Read More
At the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, Swedish engineering and service company Alfa Laval reaffirmed its strong commitment to China, calling it the company’s most important market. …
Swedish engineering company highlights China as key market Read More
Danish dairy cooperative Arla Foods is strengthening its commitment to innovation, premium nutrition, and localized product development as it marks its eighth consecutive participation at the China International Import Expo …
Arla intensifies focus on innovation and local nutrition in China Read More
Sweden has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam’s green and digital transition through innovation, sustainable infrastructure, and technology cooperation. During a recent visit to Hanoi, State Secretary Sara Modig of …
Sweden supports Vietnam’s green and digital transformation Read More
Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide, will visit China from 10 to 11 November at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The visit aims to strengthen …
Norway’s foreign minister to visit China for trade and green talks Read More
Sweden has taken a major step to boost food exports to China with new agreements covering oats and malt, signed during Minister for Rural Affairs Peter Kullgren’s visit to Beijing …
Sweden opens Chinese market for oats and malt Read More
Norwegian seafood exports saw a slight decline in October, but record sales of salmon — particularly to Asia — helped keep the figures strong. According to the Norwegian Seafood Council, …
Asia drives record demand for Norwegian salmon despite overall export dip Read More
Bangkok has joined forces with Denmark to promote healthier living and combat obesity through a new initiative titled “Bangkok, City for Better Health.” The programme follows a Memorandum of Understanding …
Bangkok launches Danish-backed health initiative to fight obesity Read More
Danish jewellery brand Pandora has trimmed its 2025 sales forecast, citing a challenging consumer environment and weaker demand in key markets, particularly China and Europe. The company now expects full-year …
Pandora lowers sales forecast amid market slowdown Read More
Swedish fashion house Acne Studios has opened its first store in Thailand, marking a new chapter in the brand’s expansion across Asia. Located on the ground floor of one of …
Acne Studios opens first boutique in Bangkok Read More
Swedish MedTech company Mölnlycke Health Care has begun construction of its first wound care manufacturing site in China, marking a new milestone in the company’s expansion across Asia. The new …
Mölnlycke opens first wound care manufacturing site in China Read More
Danish renewable energy investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) will develop its first offshore wind project in Southeast Asia, committing USD 3 billion to a major wind farm in the Philippines. …
Denmark’s CIP launches $3B offshore wind project in the Philippines Read More
Norway’s ZEM AS (Zero Emission Maritime Solutions) has partnered with the Philippine Association of Coastal and Inland Water Ferries (Paciwfi) and IMP Shipyard and Port Services to build the Philippines’ …
Norway–Philippines to develop electric-hybrid ferry Read More
A delegation from the Sarawak Ombudsman in Malaysia has visited Stockholm to learn from Sweden’s long-established ombudsman system, aiming to strengthen governance and public accountability in the Malaysian state. The …
Sarawak delegation studies Sweden’s ombudsman model Read More
Finland’s national carrier Finnair will significantly increase its services to Thailand in the winter 2026/2027 season, confirming a record 25 weekly flights between Helsinki and Thailand. The carrier currently operates …
Finnair to offer record Thailand flights in winter 2026/2027 Read More
Two Thai women have been sentenced in Denmark for human trafficking and running brothels under degrading conditions, involving Thai nationals recruited to work in Jutland. According to a ruling at …
Danish court convicts two Thai women in trafficking case Read More