Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
In downtown Phnom Penh, right by the royal palace, one will find a true case study of symbiotic entrepreneurship. A café, a gym, and Phnom Penh’s main supplier of martial …
Matias makes martial arts equipment in Cambodia Read More
The Nordic Centre at Fudan University in Shanghai welcomed a group of students from Rysensteen Gymnasium in Denmark on a study visit last week. The programme began with an introduction …
Danish high school students visit Nordic Centre in Shanghai Read More
Norwegian-Filipino artist HILLARI will perform at the Music Matters Live festival in Singapore on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. The performance is supported by Air Time, Music Norway, Music Matters and …
Norwegian-Filipino artist HILLARI to perform in Singapore Read More
“To love and honor, to comfort, and to cherish. In sickness and in health. For better or for worse.” The foundation of love and marriage. But life is filled with …
Life, Love and Football Read More
Forty children have gathered in the yard of a small village school in Bali, waiting for something special. Some rush forward with hugs, handshakes and high fives as the international …
Beyond tourism – Danes create new opportunities for Bali’s children Read More
On 26 September 2025, Sweden’s first, and to date only, astronaut, Dr. Christer Fuglesang, visited Thailand for a day dedicated to space diplomacy, science dialogue, and academic collaboration. The visit …
Sweden’s first astronaut visits Thailand for space diplomacy and academic exchange Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Manila has launched the nomination process for the 2025 Finnish Climate Honours Diploma, an award that will recognise a journalist in the Philippines for outstanding …
Finnish Embassy in Manila launches 2025 Climate Honours Diploma Read More
Danish students graduating with an International Baccalaureate (IB) will in from now on have their results compared more fairly with the Danish studentereksamen. Until recently, the conversion of IB grades …
Danes Worldwide helps secure yearly review of IB grade conversion Read More
A UK-based health media company, Fixing US, is seeking two to three Nordic individuals who have experienced Japanese encephalitis to participate in a disease-awareness project for the Nordic region. The …
Do you know Nordic people who ever had Japanese encephalitis Read More
The Chinese School in Norway celebrated its 30th anniversary on 21 September with more than 300 participants, including students, teachers, and members of the overseas Chinese community. Founded in the …
Chinese School in Norway marks 30th anniversary Read More
From Saturday 8 November 2025, individuals in Thailand can face fines of up to 10,000 baht if they drink alcohol in licensed venues outside permitted hours. The Department of Provincial …
Thailand introduces fines for late-night drinking Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok marked World Cleanup Day on Saturday 20 September 2025, underlining its role in a citywide effort to tackle mismanaged waste and promote sustainable urban …
Sweden highlights World Cleanup Day in Bangkok Read More
Hundreds of Vietnamese students gathered in Hanoi on Thursday 18 September 2025 for the launch of this year’s Denmark In Your Eyes painting competition, held under the theme “Green Living.” …
Denmark In Your Eyes competition launches with focus on green living Read More
Swedish design took centre stage in Singapore this week as IKEA unveiled a new collaboration with Stockholm-based designer Gustaf Westman. The launch, held at New Bahru, featured an exclusive media …
IKEA and Gustaf Westman launch colourful design pop-up in Singapore Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore celebrated its 40th anniversary on Saturday 13 September 2025 with a lively gathering of around 100 people at the Golden Bell. Guests arrived in …
Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore marks 40 years as a home away from home Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Beijing has partnered with GlobalMoms Initiative and Genesis Beijing to present “I Was Born a Girl”, an art and poetry exhibition by Finnish artist Minna …
Finnish artist Minna Pietarinen brings “I Was Born a Girl” exhibition to Beijing Read More
On September 13th the WE-WOMEN NETWORK invited to a panel discussion with the topic “Beyond Gender: Co-Creating a World of Gender Equality and Mutualism” at Radisson Blue Sukhumvit. The panel …
Co-Creating a World of Gender Equality and Mutualism Read More
Two Nordic films will be screened on Tuesday 16 September as part of Cine Europa 28, the Philippines’ longest-running European film festival. The festival, now in its 28th year, is …
Finnish and Danish films at Cine Europa in Manila Read More
From coming to Bangkok as backpacker and falling in love with the City of Angels, to now being the manager of world-renowned Khao San Road’s most internationally recognised nightclub, Tony …
Nightclub manager Tony Karlsson returns to where the Thailand adventure started, reaching new heights on Khao San Road Read More
My September began on a sad note with the loss of my mother. She reached the age of 94, a quite noble age, which she herself considered good years. Even …
A tough start of September month Read More
Mamaway Malaysia has launched a nationwide campaign offering free Finnish Baby Boxes to expecting mothers and parents of newborns. The initiative is directly inspired by Finland’s decades-old baby box tradition, …
Finnish baby box concept inspires new initiative in Malaysia Read More
The smooth bump shakes the aircraft as Thai Vietjet Air flight VZ722 touches ground for the first time at Phnom Penh’s new Techo International Airport on the evening of 9 …
Welcome to Techo International Airport Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Manila partnered with Novo Nordisk Philippines and Quezon City Government to organise the country’s first Obesity Summit on Wednesday 10 September 2025. Several Danish companies …
Danish Embassy and companies support first Obesity Summit in the Philippines Read More
IKEA Philippines is introducing a classic Swedish tradition to Manila with its new Crayfish Buffet Party, held every Friday evening at the brand’s Swedish restaurant in Pasay City. According to …
IKEA Philippines brings Swedish crayfish tradition to Manila Read More
Hanoi Pride 2025 officially opened on 7 September under the theme “From Longing to Belonging.” The festival runs until 27 September and features a series of events celebrating diversity, resilience …
Nordic embassies support Hanoi Pride 2025 Read More
SWEA Bangkok will mark its 25th anniversary with a gala evening on Friday 10 October at the Sky Ballroom, Skyview Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 24. The event celebrates the Swedish …
SWEA Bangkok celebrates 25 years with anniversary gala Read More
Ørsted Malaysia has launched its own corporate childcare facility, Ørsted Pipit, located within walking distance of the company’s office at The Vertical Corporate Office Tower in Kuala Lumpur. The centre …
Ørsted Malaysia opens corporate childcare centre for employees Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok took part in the launch of Monsoon Tea’s new AI Biodiversity Traceability Project at The Forestias on 2 September 2025. The initiative applies artificial …
Sweden supports launch of Monsoon Tea’s AI biodiversity project in Bangkok Read More
IKEA Singapore will host its annual Family Festival from Thursday 4 to Sunday 14 September 2025, offering activities, promotions and food deals for members of the IKEA Family programme. According …
IKEA Singapore hosts family festival in September Read More
The Norwegian Seafood Council will bring the “Seafood from Norway Festival” to Bangkok from 4 to 7 September 2025. The four-day pop-up event will take place at EM Market, EmSphere …
Norwegian Seafood Council will host seafood festival in Bangkok Read More
The Painting With Light film festival, hosted by the National Gallery Singapore, will return from 4 to 14 September. This year’s programme features a special Norwegian contribution, The Long Road …
Norwegian film to premiere at Singapore’s Painting With Light festival Read More
The Hong Kong Immigration Department has announced that several fees for visas, entry permits and travel documents will increase from 8 September 2025. The changes are part of a cost …
Hong Kong will raise visa and passport fees from September Read More
Thai-Nordic Association hosted its Social Explorer 3 on Friday 22 August 2025. It’s a Friday night on 22 August 2025 and Chang beer is flowing free. The buzzing from chitchat …
“Have fun, get drunk, wear flowers” Read More
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. (MTFI) of the Philippines and Denmark’s Grundfos have launched the “Circle of Life” project at the La Mesa Watershed in Quezon City on 18 August …
Danish Grundfos partners with Million Trees Foundation in Philippines Read More
A Danish fisherman has built a new life in northern Thailand – with herring, rye bread, live music, and a strong community by the river. When the sun sets over …
From the North Sea to the Mekong River Read More
It is a Sunday morning in Udon Thani. Despite the rainy season, the sky is a clear blue, and the ground is dry. In the pool, children play on colourful …
A piece of Denmark under the palms Read More
On 21 August 2025, Representative of the Taipei mission in Sweden, Gu Ruisheng, accompanied a delegation led by Dr. Cai Hongying, President of the National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs), to …
Taiwan delegation visits Swedish labratories Read More
With the support of the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) and the Football For All in Vietnam (FFAV) project, Vietnam is participating in the Homeless World Cup for the first time. …
Vietnamese girls’ football team debuts at Homeless World Cup in Oslo with Norwegian support Read More
I usually return to Bangkok from summer breaks in Scandinavia with a bit of a cold, rather pale, and with memories of rain, wind and chilly breezes-but not this year. …
Once again, back from a summer holiday in the beautiful Sweden Read More
On 8 August 2025, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok, led by Chargée d’Affaires, Thea Ottmann, took part in the ASEAN Family Run to commemorate the 58th anniversary of the …
Norwegian Chargée d’Affaires joins ASEAN Family Run in Bangkok Read More
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC) has promoted the sustainability work of its premium member, Bangchak Corporation, which is leading reforestation and conservation activities in Bang Kachao, Samut Prakan Province. …
Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce promotes reforestation efforts in Bang Kachao Read More
Danish consultant agency NIRAS contributed its expertise in sustainability at the Innovation for Circular Economy (ICE) Hackathon, organised by the Pasig City Government and UNDP Philippines. Senior Business Development Manager …
Danish consultants shares expertise at circular economy in the Philippines Read More
The Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen has announced that, in collaboration with Thailand’s Department of Mental Health under the Ministry of Public Health, it will organise a training programme on …
Thai Embassy in Copenhagen to host mental health training for Thai community Read More
The Danish Embassy in Bangkok has announced that as of the 1 September 2025 the embassy will no longer issue residence certificate and civil status certificate. Danish citizens who must …
New Rules for CPR verification and postal procedures announced by the Danish Embassy in Bangkok Read More
The annual bicycle trip organised by the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Thailand returns this November with a new route, starting in Phitsanulok in central Thailand and ending in Pattaya. Last …
Join the Norwegian Church’s annual bicycle tour – it’s not too late! Read More
Per Sorensen, lead vocalist of the Norwegian pop band Fra Lippo Lippi, made a visit to the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila ahead of the group’s upcoming concert in Cebu. …
Leadsinger of Fra Lippo Lippi, Per Sorensen visits Norwegian Embassy ahead of Cebu concert Read More
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC) invites members and guests to its upcoming After-Summer Party, scheduled for Thursday, 21 August 2025, at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok. The event is …
Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce invites to an After-Summer networking event Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association (TNA) will be hosting The Social: Explorer 3, after the succes of The Social Explorer 1 & 2. This after-work networking event will take place on …
Thai-Nordic Association to host The Social: Explorer 3 in Bangkok Read More
The election day for Norway’s 2025 Parliamentary (Storting) and Sámi Parliament elections is Monday 8 September 2025. In many Norwegian municipalities, polling stations will also open on Sunday 7 September. …
Norwegians in Southeast Asia can vote early in the 2025 elections Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Saturday 13 September 2025. The celebration will take place at the church starting at 5:30 pm, with dinner …
Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore to celebrate 40th anniversary Read More