Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
As a Swede with over two decades spent in China, Catarina Lilliehöök’s debut novel The Spirit Dragon’s Keeper, offers a breathtaking start on her epic vision The Polar Saga. By …
Catarina Lilliehöök’s debut novel The Spirit Dragon’s Keeper Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association has officially opened registration for its annual Crayfish Party, which will take place on Saturday 20 September 2025 at The Landmark Ballroom in Bangkok. Known for …
Thai-Nordic Crayfish Party returns on 20 September with early bird rates now open Read More
A newly published survey by Copenhagen Capacity sheds light on why some internationals choose to stay longer in Denmark than planned — while others leave earlier. The *Expat Survey 2025*, …
New survey reveals why internationals leave or stay in Denmark Read More
Starting October 2025, the EU will roll out a new Entry/Exit System (EES) at all entry points to the EU which will replace the current manual passport stamping when travellers …
Europe rolls out new entry rules for Asian travellers Read More
A massive cross-border investigation led by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has uncovered a sprawling criminal network that used fraudulent Chinese imports to evade customs duties and VAT across …
Danish companies involved in €700 million Chinese import fraud across EU Read More
A Finnish man wanted in Norway for murder and large-scale drug trafficking has been arrested in Hua Hin, Thailand, following an undercover operation by Thai immigration police. The suspect, identified …
Finnish fugitive wanted for murder arrested in Hua Hin Read More
A 39-year-old Swedish man has been arrested in Pattaya in connection with a series of fraud cases stretching over more than three years, according to Thai immigration authorities. The man, …
Swedish man arrested in Pattaya for serial fraud Read More
Thai-Danish sisters Anika (17) and Annetta Jagota (15) have been recognised by Rotary International for their student-led social enterprise, the Rock Bottom Project, which supports deaf communities in Thailand through …
Thai-Danish sisters awarded for Community Empowerment Read More
A new exhibition celebrating the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy has opened at the China Cultural Center in Copenhagen. The “Lanting Culture Salon – Chinese Calligraphy Exhibition” launched on Saturday …
Chinese calligraphy exhibition opens in Copenhagen Read More
Olafur Eliasson, the acclaimed Icelandic-Danish artist known for his immersive and nature-inspired installations, has opened his first major solo exhibition in Taiwan at the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, reports TaiwanNews.com.tw …
Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson opens first major exhibition in Taiwan Read More
A 56-year-old Norwegian man has been arrested for attempted murder after allegedly firing a crossbow at a fellow Norwegian tourist during a drunken outburst on the Thai island of Koh …
Norwegian man arrested for attempted murder with crossbow on Koh Samui Read More
A Swedish man narrowly escaped death after he was accidentally run over while lying unconscious in a car park in Pattaya early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. …
Swedish tourist survives after being run over in Pattaya car park Read More
From 1 September 2025, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok will no longer issue several certificates that many Swedes in Thailand have previously relied on for administrative purposes. The embassy …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok to stop issuing seven types of certificates Read More
Mikael Hemniti Winther, Denmark’s Consul General in Shanghai since 2018, will take up a new posting as Ambassador of Denmark to South Korea from 1 August 2025. He will also …
Mikael Hemniti Winther named new Danish Ambassador to South Korea Read More
The newly launched Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship aims to empower women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by enhancing their participation, leadership, and performance in these critical fields. Katrina …
Katrina’s Journey to Space Starts in Sweden Read More
Representatives from the Nordic chambers of commerce in Malaysia recently held a high-level dialogue with the Prime Minister’s Office to explore strategic collaboration in support of Malaysia’s economic transformation. The …
Nordic business leaders meet Malaysian PM’s office Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is hiring a Trade & Investment Adviser to strengthen Danish business engagement in Vietnam’s maritime and defense sectors, with a primary focus on maritime. …
Danish Embassy in Vietnam seeks trade adviser for maritime sector Read More
Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines, Christian Halaas Lyster, took part in Quezon City’s observance of the 2025 World Day Against Child Labor, held at the QC M.I.C.E. Center on Tuesday …
Norwegian Ambassador joins Quezon City campaign against child labor Read More
Vietnam Airlines will introduce its first-ever nonstop flights between Vietnam and Denmark on 15 December 2025, linking Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen with three weekly flights operated by Boeing …
Vietnam Airlines to launch direct flights between Vietnam and Denmark Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok has issued a warning about fraudulent job advertisements circulating on TikTok, where individuals are being misled into paying money for supposed work opportunities as …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok warns of berry-picking job scam on TikTok Read More
The embassies of Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden in Bangkok proudly took part in this year’s Bangkok Pride celebrations, marking a significant moment for LGBTI rights in the region. In …
Nordic embassies joined Bangkok Pride celebrations Read More
Thailand’s Revenue Department has announced a proposed tax exemption that will benefit expatriates and tax residents: foreign income remitted to Thailand within two years of being earned will not be …
Thailand to exempt foreign income remitted within two years Read More
The 59 year old Dane, Brian Dilling Pedersen, who was feared a victim of a crime after he lost contact with his family and his Facebook page was deleted, was …
Missing Dane found – happy as can be Read More
A Danish man, 59-year-old Brian Dilling Pedersen, has gone missing in southern Thailand under increasingly worrying circumstances. His son, Steven Risager Madsen, fears that his father may have become the …
Danish man feared victim of extortion gang in southern Thailand Read More
NordCham Philippines has welcomed Axel Fries as its new Executive Director. A Swedish-Filipino with a professional background spanning Sweden, the United States, and now the Philippines, Fries brings a dynamic …
New Executive Director at NordCham Philippines Read More
Tom moved from Prachinburi in Thailand to Denmark when he was 12 years old. His mother had married a Danish man and, after two years of living in Denmark, she …
Fast Lane to Old Furniture Read More
Jakob Jensen, the 41-year-old Danish citizen who has been missing in Thailand since March 2025, has been confirmed dead. The confirmation follows weeks of investigation after Jakob’s family, with support …
Missing Dane found dead in Bangkok Read More
Sweden is celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pippi Longstocking—the world’s strongest girl—with a series of events in Bangkok that highlight children’s rights, gender equality, literature, and family empowerment. The celebrations …
Sweden celebrates 80 years of Pippi Longstocking in Bangkok Read More
Anna Lin Yip has concluded her tenure as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC), marking the end of a transformative chapter for the organisation. After …
Anna Lin Yip steps down as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China Read More
The Bangkok Post recently published an insightful opinion piece by Mr. Anders Ahnlid, Director General of the National Board of Trade, Sweden, titled “Work together for rule-based trade.” In this …
Sweden supports open, fair, and rules-based trade practices Read More
Norwegian citizens in Thailand will soon need to find alternative ways to prove their financial means when applying for or renewing retirement visas. The Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok has announced …
Norwegian Embassy in Thailand to phase out confirmation of income letters Read More
Work-based immigration to Finland fell by 23% in 2024, according to the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), amid economic downturn and rising interest rates. Yet Southeast Asian nationals continued to play …
Southeast Asians remain key contributors to work-based immigrants to Finland Read More
The Danish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, together with the Danish Seaman’s Church, is inviting members and friends to join the annual Sankt Hans Junk Trip on Saturday 21 …
Danish Chamber in Hong Kong goes on Sankt Hans Junk Trip Read More
Norway’s National Day celebration in Bangkok this year took on special significance as it coincided with the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand. The milestone was marked …
Norway and Thailand celebrate 120 years of diplomatic ties Read More
The Philippines are about to offer a new digital nomad visa that will open the door for foreign remote workers to legally live and work in the country for up …
Philippines Launches Digital Nomad Visa: New Opportunities for Remote Workers Seeking Long-Term Tropical Living Read More
Norwegian DJ and producer Alan Walker is set to be a headline performer at the 2025 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, scheduled from 19 to 21 September. Known for his …
Alan Walker to Headline 2025 Singapore Grand Prix, Highlighting Nordic Talent on Global Stage Read More
Swedish doctor Elly Reinolds has been named Swedish Woman of the Year 2025 by SWEA International, the global network for Swedish-speaking women abroad. The announcement was made during an online …
Swedish doctor Elly Reinolds named Swedish Woman of the Year 2025 Read More
Danish business leader Simon Lichtenberg has expressed renewed confidence in the Chinese market on behalf of the Danish business community, in a letter addressed to Chinese President Xi Jinping — …
Danish business leader reaffirms confidence in China in letter to President Xi Read More
Danish citizens in Thailand will have an opportunity to meet Ambassador Danny Annan in person during a series of community outreach events hosted by the Embassy of Denmark in June. …
Danish Embassy brings outreach events to Khon Kaen, Hua Hin and Pattaya in June Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Bangkok has published an informational video in Thai aimed at individuals interested in traveling to Finland for seasonal work, including wild berry picking. The video …
Finland shares video guide for Thai seasonal berry pickers and workers Read More
A 43-year-old Swedish man has been accused of sexually molesting his 16-year-old daughter in Udon Thani, according to Thai media reports. See sources below. The girl’s mother, a 29-year-old Thai …
Swedish man accused of molesting his daughter in Udon Thani Read More
Sweden’s Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Benjamin Dousa, experienced a cultural highlight during his visit to Hanoi when he was invited to sample traditional Vietnamese street food …
Swedish minister treated to Vietnamese street food in Hanoi Read More
A 41-year-old Danish citizen, Jakob Jensen, has been missing in Thailand since early March 2025, according to a Facebook post made by Kulnida Natnicha S. Srita, who is assisting the …
Danish man missing in Thailand for over two months Read More
The trend, transforming the photos of regular and famous people alike into realistic dolls and action figures, started a couple of years ago but gained more attention in early 2025 …
21,600 posts on TikTok with AI generated images has used energy equivalent to 19 years Netflix streaming Read More
In a unique collaboration to raise awareness of haemophilia in Thailand, Danish healthcare company Novo Nordisk and Thai footwear brand Nanyang have partnered to deliver specially designed shoes to members …
Novo Nordisk and Nanyang raise haemophilia awareness in Thailand Read More
Finnair has announced the appointment of Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Executive Board. She will begin working with the company on 15 …
Finnair appoints Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as new CFO Read More
The 34th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is currently underway in Singapore, running from 23 April to 24 May 2025. This annual event, organized by the European Union Delegation to …
European Film Festival in Singapore is in full swing! Read More
On May 1, 2025, at Lan Khon Mueang in front of the Bangkok City Hall, representatives from the Thai Migrant Workers’ Union, led by Mr. Phaisanti Jumangwa and Ms. Maliwan …
Berry Pickers submit petition to Labor Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn Read More
For Nordic residents in Thailand, May is a month filled with holidays, commemorations, and unique Thai cultural events. While only two official Thai public holidays fall in May (not counting …
Busy May for Nordic people in Thailand Read More
Swedish-Nigerian Eurodance icon Dr. Alban is set to perform live in Malaysia for the first time this May. The concert will take place at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Friday 17 …
Swedish musician Dr. Alban to perform in Malaysia for the first time Read More