Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
A man has been detained in Sweden on suspicion of spying on members of the Uyghur community on behalf of Chinese intelligence services, according to the Swedish Prosecution Authority. On …
Man detained in Sweden suspected of spying on Uyghurs for China Read More
A local choir from the coastal town of Ebeltoft, Denmark, called ‘Female Singers’, has launched an ambitious global initiative to bring choirs together in a shared message of unity and …
Danish choir calls on choirs worldwide to sing for peace Read More
The Sikh tradition of langar—serving free vegetarian meals to anyone regardless of religion or background—has caught the attention of Swedish social anthropologist Dr. Annika Winell. Based at Universiti Malaya in …
Swedish researcher highlights Sikh tradition of free meals in multicultural Malaysia Read More
Finnair’s summer 2025 schedule includes expanded service on several Asian routes, including daily flights to Tokyo and increased frequencies to Osaka, Nagoya, and Shanghai. The airline has announced plans for …
Finnair’s summer expansion to Asia clouded by pilot shortage Read More
Nordic countries have changed their travel advisories regarding traveling to the United States primarily because of concerns related to LGBTQ+ rights of transgender and non-binary travelers. These advisories have been …
LGBTQ – don’t travel to the USA Read More
SAS ranked as Europe’s most punctual airline and the world’s second most punctual in March 2025 – reflecting consistent performance through demanding winter operations. The ranking is awarded by Cirium, …
SAS Europe’s most punctual airline and number two in the world Read More
Swedish brothers Ben-David (Bennie) and Dannie Sörum, known in Thailand’s hospitality circles for their creative ventures such as Hyde & Seek Gastro Bar and Rocket Coffeebar, have together with Michael …
Swedish entrepreneurs launch Wilder hydration brand and fitness club in Bangkok Read More
Singaporean media Rice recently published a long and beautifully written feature about Joelle Yeo, a Singaporean who now calls Copenhagen home. The article is part of their Singaporeans Abroad series, …
Singaporean Joelle Yeo found her home in Copenhagen Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is hiring a full-time Trade and Investment Advisor to join its Trade Council team, focusing on business development and corporate sustainability. The position can …
Denmark’s Embassy in Vietnam seeks Trade and Investment Advisor Read More
Norwegian singer-songwriter Peder Elias is set to perform live in Manila on Saturday 12 April 2025 at Teatrino Promenade, promising fans an unforgettable evening of music and connection. In the …
Norwegian pop star Peder Elias to perform in Manila on 12 April Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce is hosting a week-long celebration of Swedish culture and innovation in Thailand, bringing together well-known Swedish brands and the local community for a showcase of …
Swedish Week in Thailand celebrates heritage, design and innovation Read More
The Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok announced on 2 April 2025 that it has suspended its appointment system and temporarily closed to visitors following the strong earthquakes that struck Bangkok on …
Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok temporarily closed after earthquake Read More
Finnish Ambassador to the Philippines, Saija Nurminen, was recently featured on ANC Headstart’s SHE SHARES segment, part of a series highlighting women in diplomacy and international relations. In the interview …
Finnish Ambassador in Manila highlights gender equality and diplomacy Read More
The Danish Church Abroad is looking for a pastor for a two-year position at the Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong, starting 1 September 2025 through 31 August 2027. The …
Danish pastor wanted for Hong Kong Seamen’s Church Read More
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is enhancing its security presence in Asia with a new position as Regional Security Advisor, based at the Danish Embassy in Beijing. The role …
Denmark strengthens security efforts in Asia Read More
More than 24,600 artworks from over 260 schools and clubs across Vietnam were submitted to this year’s Denmark in Your Eyes painting contest, which concluded with an award ceremony in …
Vietnamese students awarded in Denmark-themed green art contest Read More
Sandy Kraokaew Stuvik – the Norwegian-Thai racing driver – is getting ready for another high-speed season as he returns to compete in the 2025 Thailand Super Series, the country’s top-level …
Norwegian-Thai Sandy Stuvik aims for fourth title in Thailand’s top racing series Read More
More than twenty members of the Thai-Nordic Association gathered at Paradise Beach Bar on the evening of the earthquake that struck southern Thailand — turning what could have been a …
Thai Nordic members chose connection over cancellation after earthquake Read More
As tremors from the earthquake on Saturday rippled through Bangkok, the Danish Church in Thailand remained a place of calm and reflection, filled with guests from across Asia. According to …
While the ground shook in Bangkok, Danmission seminar brought faith and sustainability into focus Read More
The Finnish-designed Nguyen Hoang Bridge in Hue city was officially opened to traffic on March 26, 2025, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Hue’s liberation. This significant infrastructure project was …
Finnish-designed bridge opens in Hue Read More
Following the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in central Myanmar on Thursday 28 March 2025, the Danish, Finnish, and Swedish embassies in Bangkok have issued advisories urging their citizens in Thailand to …
Nordic embassies urge citizens in Thailand to stay alert after Myanmar earthquake Read More
Thai–Swedish forward Patrik Gustavsson continued his strong form for the Thai national football team by scoring the only goal in Thailand’s 1–0 victory over Sri Lanka on Tuesday 25 March …
Thai–Swedish striker scores all of Thailand’s goals in March FIFA window Read More
EuroCham Vietnam announced yesterday, 24 March 2025, its new 17-member executive board for the 2025 term. The Board included two representatives from the Nordic region: Ms. Rita Mokbel, president & …
Two Nordic representatives on the board of Eurocham Vietnam Read More
The Consulates General of Finland, Norway, and Denmark in Shanghai teamed on Saturday 23 March up with Chinese sustainable brand HowBottle to host a youth seminar and upcycling workshop focused …
Nordic Consulates in Shanghai engage youth in circular economy through workshop Read More
Hainan Airlines launched on Saturday 22 March 2025 the first direct air route between China and Norway after the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Xinhua, the Hainan Airlines flight HU769 departed …
First direct flight launched between China and Norway Read More
Finnish Customs has now wrapped up a preliminary investigation of a group suspected of importing nearly two dozen kilograms of cannabis from Thailand to Finland. The operation was uncovered in …
Finnish Thai marijuana smuggling ring busted: Moves to prosecution Read More
Singaporean a cappella group OFFKEYS will represent their country at the European Choir Games in Aarhus, Denmark, from 28 June to 6 July 2025. OFFKEYS, known for its inclusive mix …
Singapore’s OFFKEYS choir to perform at European Choir Games in Denmark Read More
Thai fighter pilots flying Sweden’s JAS 39 Gripen delivered a decisive performance against Chinese J-11 jets during the “Falcon Strike” joint exercise, according to military analyst Dr. Brent M. Eastwood. …
Thai fighter pilots flying Swedish Gripen jets outperform Chinese jets in air combat drills Read More
In celebration of 120 years of Thai-Norwegian diplomatic relations, the Royal Thai Embassy in Oslo and the Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital are organizing a Charity Walk & Run …
Thai Embassy in Oslo and Sirirat Hospital arrange charity run in Oslo Read More
Denmark and Singapore have been identified as potential users of advanced commercial spyware in a new report by Citizen Lab, a research group based at the University of Toronto. The …
Denmark and Singapore named as likely users of Israeli spyware Graphite Read More
Greta Filén Hammarström, a 28-year-old Swedish woman, has chosen to live as a housewife in China. She and her family relocated to Nantong after her husband received a job offer, …
Swedish woman embraces lifestyle as a housewife in China Read More
Bangkok has been ranked the tenth-best city in the world for rooftop views, according to a recent study by Heepsy. The study assessed cities based on skyscraper density, social media …
Bangkok ranks tenth globally for rooftop views Read More
Kristín Guðmundsdóttir has published her latest book, Leitin að orðum / Search for Words, designed for people of foreign origin in Iceland who have a basic knowledge of Icelandic or …
New Book Released for foreigners in Iceland Read More
A number of Filipinos in Finland, predominantly healthcare workers, rallied on 15 March 2025 in Helsinki to express their support for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. The demonstrators marched from …
Supporters rally in Helsinki for former Philippine President Duterte Read More
For years, the 43 year old Chinese immigrant Yang Xu lived a life of luxury in Denmark, driving high-end cars, dining in fine restaurants, and operating a seemingly legitimate mink …
From Luxury to Prison: The Rise and Fall of Yang Xu in Denmark Read More
The Norwegian news media Aftenposten.no invites subscribers to embark on a scenic bicycle adventure through Cambodia, exploring the country’s rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. The trip, scheduled for 5 …
Aftenposten.no invites subscribers to bicycle around Cambodia Read More
Iceland is the best country to move to in 2025, followed by Switzerland, Luxembourg, Norway, and UAE. This ranking is according to the US-based financial services firm Remitly. Other countries …
Iceland, Norway, Denmark among best countries to move to Read More
A woman arrested at Oslo’s Gardermoen Airport for smuggling 41.7 kilograms of cannabis was not intending to smuggle the drugs into Norway but was instead on her way to Ireland, …
Irish media reveals Oslo drug smuggling suspect was en route to Ireland Read More
Danish heavy metal band Artillery will bring their high-energy performance to Bangkok on Sunday 20 April 2025, marking a rare visit by a Danish metal act to Thailand. The concert …
Danish heavy metal band Artillery to perform in Bangkok Read More
Denmark has finalized an agreement to acquire the Norwegian-made Naval Strike Missile (NSM) in a deal worth Nkr2.1 billion ($193.28 million). With this acquisition, Denmark becomes the 14th nation to …
Denmark selects Norwegian Kongsberg missile system, selected also by Malaysia Read More
Bangkok’s cafe scene continues to evolve, embracing global influences that shape both ambiance and menu offerings. Recently, a new fascination with Danish aesthetics has emerged, with two cafes—Mansion in Copenh …
Danish design is trendy in Bangkok Read More
A 46-year-old Swedish tourist was found deceased in his room at Mr. Chan Guesthouse in Pai, Mae Hong Son province, on March 7, 2025. The individual was on a 60-day …
Swedish man found dead in Pai Read More
A new Danish welfare law that took effect on 1 January 2025 requires as of 1 July 2025 individuals who do not meet strict residency or employment criteria to take …
Immigrants to Denmark must work for social benefits – but Danes returning from abroad are hurt Read More
Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, Anna Hammargen, on Wednesday 6 March 2024 met with the Commission on Children, Youth, Women, the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities, Ethnic Groups, and LGBTQ+ Individuals of …
Swedish ambassador meets Thai commission to promote gender equality Read More
A Dane and an Icelander were among 52 gamblers arrested when Thai police raided an illegal poker gambling den in Bangkok’s Bang Kapi district on Tuesday night. The operation, carried …
Dane and Icelander among 52 arrested in Bangkok gambling raid Read More
The Nordic Centre at Fudan University hosted a welcome party last Friday to mark the beginning of the new semester, bringing together students from various backgrounds for an evening of …
Nordic Centre at Fudan University hosts welcome party for new semester Read More
Thai massage is no longer eligible for reimbursement under Sweden’s tax-deductible wellness benefit (friskvårdsbidrag), following a decision by Epassi, one of the country’s major wellness allowance providers. The move means …
Thai massage removed from Swedish wellness benefits system Read More
On the night of February 28, 2025, at approximately 10:36 PM, a 22-year-old Danish national named Daniel was found with multiple stab wounds on Chalerm Phrakiet Road in Nongprue, Bang …
Danish man stabbed in Pattaya Read More
Reigning Miss Universe, Victoria Kjær Theilvig, is the main attr5action in an exclusive Meet & Greet with Miss Universe event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 13, 2025, at MGI Hall, Bravo …
Danish Miss Universe in upcoming Meet & Greet event in Bangkok Read More
A tragic incident occurred in Pattaya, Thailand, where a 26-year-old Thai woman, Sureethip, was found dead in her condominium. The woman was discovered by her Swedish boyfriend, who was seen …
Swedish man finds Thai girfriend after suicide Read More