Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Sweden is backing a new push to unlock billions for climate action in Southeast Asia, as governments across ASEAN meet this week. The talks, led by UNDP and hosted by …
Climate fight needs cash: Sweden backs talks in Southeast Asia Read More
Sweden will allocate 2.7 billion SEK in humanitarian aid this year to support people in 25 conflict-affected countries, including Myanmar, Sverigesradio reports. The funding will go toward basic needs such …
Despite cuts, Sweden sends humanitarian aid to Myanmar Read More
Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida will visit Sweden from April 29 to May 2 at the invitation of Carl XVI Gustaf, According to a statement issued by the …
Thai royals visit Sweden for King Carl XVI Gustaf’s 80th birthday Read More
Students from Vietnam and Denmark took part in a public speaking and debate contest on green growth, marking 55 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The event was …
Youth debate strengthens Vietnam–Denmark green partnership ties Read More
China has called on Finland not to politicise economic relations, following comments from Finland’s foreign minister on China’s ties with Russia. Speaking at a press briefing in Beijing, foreign ministry …
China urges Finland to avoid politicising trade relations Read More
Sweden is stepping up its engagement in Southeast Asia, with Karolina Zurek taking on a new role at the Embassy of Sweden in Manila, . Zurek has been appointed regional …
Sweden strengthens Southeast Asia strategy with new Manila posting Read More
Finland’s Minister for Nordic Cooperation and Education Anders Adlercreutz will visit Brunei on 27–28 April to take part in the ASEAN–EU foreign ministers’ meeting. The biennial meeting between the European …
Finland’s Adlercreutz to attend ASEAN–EU meeting in Brunei Read More
China’s close ties with Russia could prevent any future trade deal with the EU. That is according to Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen. According to South China Morning Post, Valtonen …
Finland: No EU trade deal while China has ties with Russia Read More
Would you live in a house made from plastic waste? In Pasig, that is now becoming a real option. The city has received a housing prototype built from recycled plastic, …
Plastic waste turned into homes in Philippines: Would you live here? Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila hosted a three-day visit by the Norwegian National Police Directorate to strengthen cooperation with the Philippine National Police, the embassy states in a press …
Norway and Philippines strengthen police cooperation Read More