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The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) has raised alarms about the risk of China’s military accessing Danish genetic information. PET warns that if China obtains DNA data from Denmark, …
PET Warns: Danish DNA information could fall into the hands of China’s military Read More
A significant bribery investigation is underway involving Global Group Finland, a cleaning company founded by a former Chief Financial Officer from the Finnish Defense Forces and a lawyer. The company’s …
Finnish company investigated for bribery linked to Thai operations Read More
Concern over child trafficking and fraud in collaboration countries has led several political parties in Denmark to question the future of international adoption. A confidential report from the Danish Agency …
Danish lawmakers question adoptions over child trafficking concerns in Thailand, Philippines and Taiwan Read More
Severe rainfall has hit southern Thailand in recent days, impacting popular tourist destinations like Koh Phangan, Koh Samui, and Koh Tao. The flooding has made it nearly impossible to travel …
Heavy rain hits Thailand’s holiday paradises Read More
A recent series of incidents involving massage clinics in Thailand has prompted warnings from a Norwegian expert following the deaths of two individuals. Thai singer Ping Chayada Phraohom, 20, died …
Norwegian expert issues warning after two deaths linked to massage clinics in Thailand Read More
Several dogs in Denmark have exhibited psychotic symptoms after consuming chew bones produced in China, according to Danish media TV2. Veterinarians across the country have reported unusual behavior in dogs, …
Danish dogs suffer psychosis – Chinese chew bones recalled Read More
The 808 Festival 2024 celebrated its 11th anniversary in style, delivering an electrifying experience at Bangkok’s BITEC Bangna from December 6–8. As Thailand’s leading EDM festival, it wowed tens …
Swedish techno label lights up Bangkok at 808 Festival 2024 Read More
The Norwegian Embassy in Manila is closely monitoring the situation following the eruption of the Kanlaon volcano on December 9, 2024. The eruption has prompted the evacuation of over 87,000 …
Norwegian Embassy in Manila alerts citizens amid Kanlaon Volcano eruption Read More
The Philippines and Denmark have signed an agreement to enhance healthcare education and training for Filipino nurses and healthcare assistants aiming to work in Denmark. The Department of Migrant Workers …
Philippines and Denmark strengthen healthcare training partnership Read More
Vietnam and Finland held a workshop in Hanoi on December 11 to share expertise on managing groundwater resources. Organized by Vietnam’s Department of Water Resources Management and the Finnish Embassy, …
Vietnam and Finland collaborate on groundwater management Read More
What do a small town in Arkansas, a coastal village in Indonesia, and a Scandinavian country with the Northern Lights have in common? They’re all named Sweden. . Now, Sweden …
Sweden becomes first country to seek trademark for its name Read More
Swedish authorities have launched investigations into the sex trade at around 1,600 Thai salons in Sweden. High-profile individuals, including a TV4 personality, face scrutiny after admitting to spending over 40,000 …
Investigation uncovers widespread sex trade at Thai salons in Sweden Read More
Indonesia and Norway have launched the fourth phase of their result-based contribution (RBC) funding cooperation, with Norway pledging $60 million for Indonesia’s success in reducing deforestation from 2019-2020. At Tuesday’s launch …
Indonesia and Norway launch new phase of climate funding Read More
Thai authorities are suspected of demanding bribes from Finnish berry-picking companies between 2020 and 2023. According to an investigation by Finnish police, Thailand’s Department of Employment (DOE) allegedly charged a …
Finnish authorities suspect Thai officials involved in bribery scandal Read More
A 52-year-old Finnish man tragically fell to his death from the 11th floor of a condominium in Pattaya shortly after midnight on December 10. Police and emergency responders were called …
Finnish man falls to his death in Pattaya Read More
For three weeks, German, Danish, and Swedish authorities have monitored the Chinese ship “Yi Peng 3,” which Sweden has now left behind. The vessel remains anchored in Kattegat, within Denmark’s …
Swedish coast guard withdraws from Chinese vessel ‘Yi Peng 3’ Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam has announced a collaborative effort to enhance the country’s primary healthcare system. This initiative aims to provide equal access to health services and tackle …
Denmark and Vietnam collaborate to strengthen primary healthcare Read More
In a remarkable demonstration of endurance and camaraderie, the first Norwegian military foot march took place in Singapore this October. This inaugural event, introduced by Sam Egerton, a member of …
The Norwegian foot march comes to Singapore Read More
Thailand is anticipating a 23 percent increase in tourism revenue for the upcoming New Year festival, with a forecast of 62 billion THB (1.83 billion USD), according to the Tourism …
Thailand expects big surge in tourism for December Read More
The Philippines and Denmark have strengthened their partnership with new agreements focused on maritime collaboration, healthcare, and trade. Yesterday, the Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen visited the Philippine Coast …
Danish FM strengthens ties with the Philippines amid visit Read More
Chinese automaker BYD, the world’s largest producer of electrified vehicles, plans to kickstart production at its new factory in Hungary by late 2025. This innovative facility aims to produce 200,000 …
BYD eyes Norway as key market in ambitious expansion plans Read More
55 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Sweden were marked at a seminar in Hanoi last Friday. The event, co-hosted by Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Swedish …
Vietnam and Sweden mark 55 years of friendship Read More
Sweden recently served as the partner country for the 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC), one of the largest mining conferences in the Philippines, held in Baguio …
Sweden and the Philippines strengthen mining ties at ANMSEC 2024 Read More
Several Danish citizens find themselves imprisoned in Asia for drug-related offenses, and among them is 55-year-old John, who serves over five years in a Thai prison for drug possession. John …
Danish man in Thai prison warns others in DR crime program “Kriminelt” Read More
Singapore’s civil service has been ranked the best in the world, according to the inaugural Blavatnik Index of Public Administration by Oxford University. The index evaluated the effectiveness of public …
Singaporean and Scandinavian civil services ranked best in the world Read More
Indonesia and Sweden are enhancing their healthcare collaboration through the Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership (SISP) Healthcare platform. Team Sweden, which includes the Swedish Embassy and Swedish companies, launched this initiative in …
Indonesia and Sweden strengthen healthcare cooperation Read More
The picturesque landscapes of Vang Vieng, Laos, once bustling with tourists and filled with laughter, now echo with somber silence following a tragedy that has shaken the community to its …
Lao restaurant owner: It was like a bomb that devastated the entire community Read More
Copenhagen Airport saw a rise in passenger numbers in November, with routes to Thailand and the United States driving growth. A total of 2.18 million travelers passed through the airport …
Thailand routes boost passenger numbers at Copenhagen Airport Read More
Chiang Mai Immigration Police arrested a Finnish man who overstayed his visa in Thailand for 3,844 days—more than 10 years. Acting on a tip, officers located the man in San …
Finnish man arrested in Chiang Mai: Overstayed more than 10 years Read More
A former high-ranking Danish official has received a six-month prison sentence after being found guilty of multiple instances of domestic violence against his Chinese wife and children. The 61-year-old man …
Former Danish Official sentenced for years of domestic violence against Chinese wife and kids Read More
Three more people allegedly linked to the Laos methanol poisonings that killed two Danish tourists were arrested. Following the tragic methanol poisoning incident that struck a group of tourists in …
New developments in Laos: Three more arrested following methanol poisoning incident Read More
On November 30, Her Majesty Queen Suthida visited the “2024 Bangkok World Para Ice Hockey Championships C-Pool” held at the Thailand International Ice Hockey Arena. The event, hosted by the …
Thailand’s Queen visited Para Ice Hockey Championships featuring Finnish team Read More
Indonesia and Malaysia are working together to address the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The issue was discussed at the 12th Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) meeting in Jakarta. …
Indonesia and Malaysia push for fair EU palm oil regulations Read More
The tragic deaths of two young Danish women, Freja Vennervald Sørensen and Anne-Sofie Ørkild Coyman, sent shockwaves through Scandinavia and the traveling community, prompting their families to issue urgent warnings …
Freja Vennervald Sørensen’s father: My daughter’s death should not be in vain Read More
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha met with Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Deputy Prime Minister Rikka Purra in Helsinki during his official visit to Finland on November 28. …
Vietnam seeks stronger ties with Finland in green growth Read More
In response to the tragic deaths of six tourists linked to suspected methanol poisoning, Lao authorities have banned the sale and consumption of Tiger vodka and Tiger whisky. The decision …
Methanol poisoning: Laos bans sale and consumption of Tiger vodka and whisky Read More
The Philippines lifts its import ban on Swedish poultry products following the containment of the avian influenza outbreak in Sweden. The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced that poultry meat, …
Philippines lifts import ban on Swedish poultry Read More
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) highlighted opportunities for overseas Filipino workers in Finland during the 2025 Overseas Labor Market Forum held Thursday in Mandaluyong City. Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan …
Finland and Philippines explore new paths for overseas workers Read More
Starting Dec. 1, facial recognition services will be available for international passengers at six major Thai airports, including Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Hat Yai, according …
Thailand expands facial recognition to international travelers Read More
The surge of Chinese online retailers like Temu and Shein in Finland has sparked concerns among lawmakers and authorities. Shipments from non-EU retailers have soared from 4 million in 2023 …
Finnish lawmakers raise alarm over Chinese e-commerce boom Read More
In a distressing turn of events, six tourists have lost their lives in Laos due to suspected methanol poisoning, sending shockwaves through the travel community. The experienced Danish travel agency, …
Danish travel agency shocked by Laos methanol scandal Read More
The Chinese cargo ship Yi Peng 3 is under increasing scrutiny following reports of its suspicious maneuvers over three crucial cables connecting Sweden and Denmark. On November 7, 2024, the …
Yi Peng 3 suspected of trying to sabotage cables between Sweden and Denmark Read More Swedish TV reporters from SVT have contacted the captain of a Chinese vessel, Yi Peng 3, suspected of involvement in recent cable damage in the Baltic Sea. “Stay away from …
Chinese captain to Swedish reporters: ‘Stay away from my ship’ Read More
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor, Karim Khan, has requested an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing. The request follows an ICC investigation, which found “reasonable grounds …
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar junta leader Read More
Anne-Sofie was one of the danish girls that tragically died in Laos. Her parents, Anne-Marie and Didier have been talking to TV2 about their experience and to warn others. The …
Anne-Sofie’s parents warn others about Vang Vieng, Laos Read More The vibrant town of Vang Vieng, renowned for its stunning landscapes and adventurous spirit, has become the focal point of a tragic narrative surrounding the deaths of two young Danish …
Belgian friend to danish girls that died in Laos shares his story Read More
A 65-year-old Swedish tourist reported that a thief stole valuables worth 42,000 baht from him early Wednesday morning in Pattaya. The tourist, Lars Reikwike, told police that around 3:30 am, …
Pattaya thief steals from Swedish tourist Read More
Denmark and Vietnam are deepening their collaboration in key areas to promote a green and sustainable future. During a visit to Copenhagen, Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha met …
Denmark and Vietnam expand green cooperation Read More
Senior Minister Ly Thuch of Cambodia met with Norway’s Deputy Foreign Minister Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik during the Siem Reap-Angkor Summit on a Mine-Free World. The bilateral discussion underscored Norway’s significant …
Cambodia and Norway strengthen collaboration on mine action Read More
Norway has strengthened its commitment to human rights in the Philippines through a partnership with the United Nations (UN). The collaboration aims to bolster legal and justice systems while safeguarding …
UN agreement: Norway supports human rights in the Philippines Read More