Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
A groundbreaking collaboration between Chinese and Swedish scientists has resulted in the development of a new rice variety that could significantly reduce global methane emissions while maintaining high yields. The …
Chinese-Swedish research breakthrough creates rice with 70% lower methane emissions Read More
A popular Finnish flea market chain, Jussin Jättikirpis, has implemented a groundbreaking ban on fast fashion items at their locations, with their Porvoo branch leading the initiative against quickly produced, …
Finnish flea market chain takes stand against Chinese fast fashion Read More
AstraZeneca announced that it could face a fine of up to $4.5 million in China over suspected unpaid import taxes, a figure significantly lower than some investors had feared. The …
AstraZeneca reassures investors as China tax probe impact appears limited Read More
Former Icelandic Minister of Education, Illugi Gunnarsson, has highlighted China’s remarkable economic transformation and emphasized the growing potential for cooperation between Iceland and China during his recent visits to the …
Former Icelandic minister promotes stronger China-Iceland relations Read More
Danish Jewelry manufacturer Pandora has stated that the latest U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will have a limited effect on its business. The Danish company, known for its charm bracelets, …
Pandora expects minimal impact from new US tariffs on China Read More
In the early hours of 6 February 2025, an Icelandic tourist sustained injuries after tripping over a road hazard on Pattaya Klang Road in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. …
Icelandic tourist injured in Pattaya due to road hazard, locals call for action Read More
Vietnam’s textile and garment sector has the potential to strengthen its presence in the Nordic market by integrating sustainability with traditional craftsmanship, according to Nguyen Thi Hoang Thuy, Trade Counselor …
Vietnam’s textile industry eyes Nordic market with sustainability and cultural heritage Read More
Carlsberg is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a specially designed limited-edition look for its beer, created in collaboration with the artistic duo 1983ASIA. The Danish brewer has launched …
Carlsberg unveils limited-edition design for Lunar New Year campaign across Asia Read More
Swedish authorities have lifted the confiscation of the cargo ship Vezhen following an investigation into the breakage of an undersea fiber optic cable between Sweden and Latvia on 26 January, …
Sweden clears cargo ship Vezhen after undersea cable damage investigation Read More