Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Swedish government has announced a significant contribution of SEK 258 million (approximately USD 25.06 million) to the Asian Development Fund (ADF). This funding aims to support long-term economic development …
Sweden commits SEK 258 million to Asian Development Fund Read More
The Danish royal couple welcomed ambassadors and diplomats from around the world to a New Year’s reception at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen. Among the attendees were ambassadors from Vietnam, Norway, …
Royal couple hosts first new year’s reception for diplomats Read More
The court in Denmark has placed a 29 year old Thai woman from Odense in remand prison suspected of having brutally murdered another Thai woman who was working at a …
Did she murder another Thai woman in Denmark? Read More
Danish municipalities continue to purchase Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), such as the popular BYD Dolphin, despite Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s warnings about dependency on China and concerns from the Data …
Danish municipalities purchase Chinese EV’s despite warnings Read More
Finland has set a new minimum income limit for residence permits granted to foreign employees, effective January 1, 2025. This updated legislation mandates that individuals arriving in Finland with a …
Finland sets new income requirement for work permits Read More
As of January 1, 2025, Laos has officially reverted to its standard visa regulations, ending the temporary visa exemptions introduced during Visit Laos Year 2024. Tourists from Denmark, Norway, Finland, …
Laos ends special visa policy for Nordic travelers Read More
Norway’s seafood exports hit a record high in 2024, totaling NOK 175.4 billion—a NOK 3.7 billion increase from the previous year, according to the Norwegian Seafood Council. While seafood remains …
Norwegian seafood gains global popularity with growing demand in Asia Read More
The Consulate in Hua Hin will become vacant starting January 15, 2025, following the tragic passing of Honorary Consul Vajaravudh Sukseree. Consequently, the consulate cannot provide consular services until a …
Embassy of Sweden announces temporary closure of consulate in Hua Hin Read More
Thai authorities arrested a young couple smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in a 22-wheel truck in Mae Sot district, Tak province. The pair, identified as Surapich, 23, and Waraporn, 21, confessed …
Couple caught smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in truck Read More
A tourist boat heading to the island of Koh Talu in Thailand sank on Sunday morning, leaving passengers in shock. Among the 30 onboard were several Swedes, including Marcus, his …
Tourist boat carrying Swedes sinks in Thailand Read More