Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The newly appointed Finnish Ambassador to the Philippines, Saija Nurminen, has pledged to strengthen bilateral relations between Finland and the Philippines. Ambassador Nurminen, who assumed office in September 2024, visited …
Finnish Ambassador seeks stronger ties with the Philippines, says consul Read More
Swedish fintech firm Vilja will establish a development center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, by 2025, investing RM50 million over the first five years. The move aligns with Vilja’s plans to …
Swedish Fintech Vilja to open development center in Kuala Lumpur Read More
Finland is increasingly turning to Filipino workers to fill critical labor shortages, particularly in sectors like healthcare, construction, IT, and emerging green jobs. Finnish Ambassador to the Philippines, Saija Nurminen, …
Finland looks to Filipino workers to address labor shortages Read More
The Embassy of Sweden took part in the Bangkok Children’s Picture Book Festival this year, focusing on promoting children’s rights through literature. With support from IKEA Thailand, the embassy introduced …
Swedish Embassy highlights children’s rights at Bangkok Book Festival Read More
After four weeks of surveillance, Danish naval ships have left the Kattegat area, where the Chinese vessel Yi Peng 3 remains anchored, BT reports. The departure was confirmed through vessel …
Danish Navy leaves area as Chinese ship remains under scrutiny Read More
The Nordic Embassies in the Philippines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pasig City to assist the local government in transitioning to a circular economy. Danish Ambassador Franz-Michael …
Nordic Embassies and Pasig City sign MOU to support circular economy transition Read More
According to Finnish technology group Wärtsilä, Vietnam could save up to €26 billion annually by transitioning to a carbon-neutral electricity system by 2050. Wärtsilä, a global leader in technology solutions …
Wartsila: Vietnam could save billions by 2050 with carbon-neutral power Read More
Severe rainfall has hit southern Thailand in recent days, impacting popular tourist destinations like Koh Phangan, Koh Samui, and Koh Tao. The flooding has made it nearly impossible to travel …
Heavy rain hits Thailand’s holiday paradises Read More
Several dogs in Denmark have exhibited psychotic symptoms after consuming chew bones produced in China, according to Danish media TV2. Veterinarians across the country have reported unusual behavior in dogs, …
Danish dogs suffer psychosis – Chinese chew bones recalled Read More
Swedish companies are more optimistic than ever about doing business in the Philippines, according to a report released by the Embassy of Sweden in Manila and Business Sweden on December …
Swedish businesses see big potential in the Philippines Read More