Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Phrakhanong Court in Bangkok on October 29 dismissed a defamation case brought against a British human rights activist, by a Thai fruit company, citing failure by Thai law enforcement …
Thai court dismisses defamation case against FinnWatch researcher Read More
Scientists already know that ecologically sustainable fuels can be produced with microbes. The species of blue-green algae that plagues Finland has proven itself a superstar in its ability to produce …
Finnish scientists produce fuel from slimy algae Read More
Norwegians are asking in bigger numbers than ever before to be cremated instead of buried, revealed a recent study. Norstad, which conducted the research for funeral company Jolstad, found that …
Cremation surges in popularity among Norwegians Read More
On October 23, Under-Secretary of State from Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Jonas Bering Liisberg, met with Vietnamese Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son to review the …
Vietnam, Denmark review bilateral cooperation Read MoreRiding on the success of the Royal Danish Embassy’s push for Danish water technologies showcase at the Singapore International Water Week in June 2014, and the signing of MOU between …
Danish water tech showroom opens doors in Singapore Read More
An activist, who is facing sedition charges for allegedly insulting the royalty, is now seeking asylum in Sweden. In his Facebook account, Ali Abd Jalil said he was seeking asylum …
Malaysian activist seeks asylum in Sweden Read More
Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong met with a group of Swedish guests headed by Anders Hamsten, vice-chancellor of the prestigious Karolinska Institute, on October 23. Lauding the medical university’s great …
Swedish academics meet senior Chinese leader Read More
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) in collaboration with its counterpart in Finland on October 23 launched a project aiming to boost mutually beneficial agro-fisheries cooperation. Nguyen Tuan …
Vietnam, Finland set to boost agro-fisheries trade Read More
Vestas announced on October 21 that it will introduce its most technologically advanced 2 MW variant turbines and new flexible service offerings to the Chinese wind market. Reinvigorating its long-standing …
Vestas launches new China strategy Read More
Finland’s Minister of Economic Affairs said on October 21 his country would help Viet Nam achieve ambitious targets for smart and green cities by providing assistance in sustainable urban planning, …
Finland to help Vietnam develop smart cities Read More