Bente Sustmann has passed away
Bente Sustmann passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 64 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Her funeral took place on January 13 at Strøby Church, …
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Join Nordic Film Festival 2025 in Bangkok!
The Nordic Film Festival returns to Bangkok on January 24-25, 2025, offering a curated selection of films from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Hosted in the garden of the Danish …
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One Friday afternoon
One Friday afternoon, when the weather had a very pleasant temperature, I decided to go and have a closer look at the latest shopping mall, One Bangkok. I always wonder …
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Norwegian People’s Aid Vietnam commences Quality Management Training
Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) Vietnam has kicked off the new year with a focused Quality Management Refresher Training for its teams in Quang Tri Province. Conducted over two days from …
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Hopeful ‘X Factor’ contestant traveled from Singapore to Denmark for audition
Tori May Hansen, a determined 16-year-old, recently showcased her dedication to her dreams by traveling over 26 hours from Singapore to Denmark to attend her audition for the popular TV 2 …
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Celebrating Christmas together: A Nordic festivity in Bangkok
As the holiday season approaches, many feel the urgency to reconnect with cherished traditions that celebrate love, joy, and togetherness. This year, my boyfriend and I embraced that spirit, ready …
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Family returns to Sweden after going to China for treatment of daughter’s rare disease
The Macall family has returned to Sweden after spending five months in China seeking treatment for their two-year-old daughter, Alma, who suffers from metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD). Although the disease could …
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Busy Year End
First of all, I would like to take the opportunity to say a good continuation. I hope you all have had a merry Christmas and are now getting ready to …
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Scandinavian Christmas service and juleskål in Bangkok December 24
A Scandinavian Christmas service will take place at Christ Church in Bangkok on Tuesday, December 24th, at 1:00 PM. The event invites Danes, Swedes, Norwegians, and Finns to gather and …
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Finnish Ambassador seeks stronger ties with the Philippines, says consul
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 …
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Swedish Embassy highlights children’s rights at Bangkok Book Festival
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 …
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Swedish woman gives birth in China as two-thirds of Skåne women lose uterus due to invasive placenta
In Skåne, approximately two out of three women diagnosed with invasive placenta have lost their uterus after undergoing surgery between 2018 and 2022. Only one in three women affected left …
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Nordic Embassies and Pasig City sign MOU to support circular economy transition
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 …
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Norwegian “MC gang” i Hua Hin
Hua Hin is home to a very active Norwegian Motorcycle “Gang” who call themselves “Kubik Gjengen”. The group is far from a hard core gang but more like a touring …
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Danish Consulate hosts Nordic Diversity Film Day in Shanghai
The Danish Consulate General in Shanghai recently hosted a Nordic Diversity Film Day, collaborating with representatives from Finland and Norway. Over 100 attendees gathered to enjoy a curated selection of …
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Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya invites community to services throughout Christmas
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya warmly invites everyone to participate in a series of festive Christmas and New Year events throughout December. The Norwegian Seamen’s Church Christmas events On …
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Sweden’s Embassy in Yangon invites to human rights event
On December 14, 2024, the Embassy of Sweden’s Section Office in Yangon will host “The People of 2024 Myanmar,” a special dance performance as part of the third annual Human …
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Norwegian Catrine celebrates as half-sister Rose receives passport in Thailand
After more than two years of fighting, Catrine Hægeland Øglænd has received the long-awaited news: her orphaned half-sister, Rose, aged 12, can finally move to Norway from Thailand. On Tuesday, …
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Danish travelers interest in Southeast Asia grew in 2023
As the world of travel fully reopened in 2023 following the Covid-19 pandemic, Danish travelers have developed exciting new preferences for their holiday destinations. Insights from the price comparison site …
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Celebrating christmas spirit: Community and charity at the Danish Christmas Bazaar in Bangkok
On December 8, the highly anticipated Danish Christmas Bazaar returned to the Gaysorn Urban Resort in Bangkok, inviting families and friends to partake in a day filled with festive cheer …
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Catrine battles to bring half-sister home to Norway from Thailand
Catrine Hægeland Øglænd, a 37-year-old woman, has invested 1.5 million kroner and made seven trips to Thailand in her quest to bring her orphaned half-sister, Rose, aged 12, back to …
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Swedish man wins 2.8 Million and heads to Thailand to celebrate
In an extraordinary twist of fate, a Swedish man celebrating a monumental win on the V75 betting system has taken home an incredible 2.8 million kronor, sparking excitement and intrigue …
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HBSO celebrates christmas with The Nutcracker choreographed by Norwegian Johanne Jakhelln
The HCM City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera (HBSO) is gearing up to enchant audiences with its captivating performances of the classic ballet The Nutcracker at the Opera House on …
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Community invited to Danish Christmas Bazaar in Bangkok on December 8
On December 8 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the much-anticipated Danish Christmas Bazaar will take place at Gaysorn Urban Resort on the 19th floor, easily accessible via BTS Chit …
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Victoria Kjær Theilvig visits Thailand as Miss Universe 2024
Victoria Kjær Theilvig, crowned Miss Universe 2024, has officially arrived in Thailand, where she is engaging with the local culture and expressing appreciation for the warm welcome from her fans. …
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Danish pension funds now drop investments in Temu’s parent company
Several Danish pension funds are withdrawing their investments in Temu’s parent company, PDD Holdings, following recent revelations from TV 2. The scrutiny surrounding the Chinese e-commerce platform has intensified due …
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Danish pension funds has invested in controversial Temu
Concerns are mounting as investigations reveal that several Danish pension funds have significant stakes in PDD Holdings, the parent company of the controversial Chinese online shopping platform, Temu. The platform …
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Finnish artist Jaakko Niemelä holds first exhibition in Vietnam
Finnish artist Jaakko Niemelä is showcasing his first exhibition in Vietnam, titled “Models of Disintegration,” at the APD Centre for Art Patronage and Development in Hà Nội. The exhibition features a …
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Swedish support helps tuberculosis patient in Myanmar recover
The Embassy of Sweden in Yangon recently shared a significant health success story through its support in Myanmar. U Aung Aung, a carpenter from Hpapun, Karen State, Myanmar fully recovered …
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Busiest month of the year!
Welcome December, the probably busiest month of the year! As I already announced in November, SWECHAM hosted its 35th anniversary with a really great party at Landmark Hotel. Over 100 …
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Nordic Embassies celebrate Christmas cheer at exhibition in Singapore
As the festive season approaches, the Norwegian and Danish embassies in Singapore have embraced the holiday spirit by decorating traditional Christmas trees at Gardens by the Bay. This annual tradition …
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Indonesia and Finland set to boost digital growth
Indonesia’s Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, met with Finnish Ambassador Pekka Kaihilahti to discuss potential cooperation in the construction of data centers, as Finland is one of the …
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Vietnam and Denmark exchange knowledge about urban green transition
Vietnamese and Danish architects and experts gathered in Hanoi on November 28, 2024. They met to exchange knowledge and strategies about urban green transition during a dialogue titled “Greener Together …
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Finnish customs finds banned additives in imported Candy from China
The Finnish Customs Authority has made a troubling discovery of banned titanium dioxide (E171) in candy imported from China. This substance, which the EU prohibited in food products for the …
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Vietnam improves weather forecasts with help from Finland
Vietnam is significantly improving its weather forecasting capabilities through a partnership with Finland. This collaboration focuses on modernizing the country’s meteorological and hydrological systems, which are crucial for predicting and …
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Norwegian Ambassador praises NPA Vietnam’s demining efforts
This Monday, the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) in Vietnam welcomed Norwegian Ambassador Hilde Solbakken among ambassadors rom New Zealand, Norway, Canada, and Switzerland to Thua Thien Hue province. The delegation …
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Danish resident in Thailand faces pension crisis after being declared dead
Kjeld Wetlesen, a Danish resident in Thailand suffering from Parkinson’s disease, struggles with severe financial difficulties after Udbetaling Danmark mistakenly stopped his pension payments, believing he had passed away. The …
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Nordic embassies stand against gender-based violence
Today, Nordic embassies across Southeast Asia mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The day also kicks of the yearly campaign ’16 Days of Activism’, which …
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Swedish Embassy delivers 1,000 helmets to Hanoi’s children
The Swedish Embassy in Hanoi delivered over 1,000 helmets to children at Nam Trung Yen Primary School. The event, organized with the Cau Giay District People’s Committee, marked the 55th …
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Wat Arun temple turned blue for Children’s Day
Yesterday evening, Wat Arun temple in Bangkok lit up in bright blue for World Children’s Day, organized by UNICEF Thailand. November 20 marks World Children’s Day, an occasion when UNICEF …
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Central Pattana’s Finnish Santa Claus celebration kicks off today at CentralWorld
On November 21, 2024, CentralWorld will host an event featuring Santa Claus from Finland in conjunction with The World’s Great Celebration 2025. This gathering aims to celebrate the holiday season …
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Celebrity hairstylist Dennis Knudsen buys villa in Koh Samui, Thailand
Celebrity hairstylist Dennis Knudsen has revealed that he has purchased a villa on the island of Koh Samui, Thailand. He made the announcement during a recent conversation while celebrating the …
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Cambodia hosts first-ever South-East Asian school meals coalition summit
On November 18, 2024, Cambodia proudly hosted the inaugural South-East Asian School Meals Coalition summit in Siem Reap province. The three-day event aims to promote human capital development and transform …
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Red Cross launches free mobile clinic in Myanmar
The Myanmar Red Cross Society has officially launched a free mobile clinic in the Sagaing Region. This initiative aims to provide essential medical care to temporarily displaced individuals and local …
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Finnish Ambassador advocates school meal program as a model for cooperation with Indonesia
The Embassy of Finland Jakarta has highlighted a compelling article by Ambassador Pekka Kaihilahti in The Jakarta Post, showcasing Finland’s successful school meal program. This initiative represents not just an …
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Sweat, smiles and sustainability at Bangkok’s Nordic Run 2024
The Nordic embassies in Thailand have joined forces once again, drawing 500 runners to Benchakitti Park for the second year in a row. At 7:00 AM this Saturday morning, Governor …
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Nordic ambassadors’ forum in Manila explores sustainable partnerships with the Philippines
The Nordic Ambassadors’ Forum, hosted by NordCham Philippines, was held on November 14 at BDO Valero Towers in Makati City. This year’s forum focused on fostering sustainable partnerships between the …
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Danish celebrity hairstylist plans to move to Thailand with his children
Celebrity hairstylist Dennis Knudsen is making exciting plans for the future. Recently, he listed his spacious villa in Korsør for sale and revealed that he intends to spend several months …
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Norwegian Maritime Authority approves new seafarer’s Doctor in Myanmar
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Yangon has announced the approval of Dr. Pyi Thit Naing from the White and Green Medical Centre as a seafarer’s doctor. This approval, granted by …
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Nanne Grönvall’s “Håll om mig” gains popularity in China
Nanne Grönvall’s iconic song “Håll om mig” is experiencing a surprising resurgence in China, as music videos and covers circulate widely on TikTok. The popularity of the track, originally performed …
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