Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
China has expressed strong interest in increasing imports of high-quality goods and advanced technologies from Finland, highlighting a new chapter in trade cooperation between the two countries. During a meeting …
China to expand imports of high-quality Finnish products and technologies Read More
Norway has called on Indonesia to take a firm stand in support of the global rules-based trade system, as concerns grow over rising protectionism sparked by the United States’ renewed …
Norway urges Indonesia to defend global trade system amid tariff tensions Read More
Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, Sweden and Vietnam stand as partners not only in trade, but in trust. What began as a bold diplomatic gesture in …
Sweden’s rare relationship with Vietnam Read More
Vietnam has formally protested recent territorial claims made by both China and the Philippines over Second Thomas Shoal, part of the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, according …
Vietnam protests Chinese and Philippine claims in disputed South China Sea reef Read More
In a recent interview with the Vietnamese government’s online news portal, Sweden’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, reflected on the deep and enduring relationship between the two countries—one that began …
Swedish ambassador reflects on Sweden–Vietnam ties 50 years after unification Read More
Mr. Pichet Chuamuangphan, First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand, led on 29 April 2025 a 19-member delegation to meet with Mr. Jussi Halla-aho, Speaker of the …
Thai Parliamentary Delegation Strengthens Ties with Finland Read More
A special event to commemorate 50 years since Vietnam’s Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025) not only honored Vietnam’s historic achievement of national unity after a long …
Vietnam and Sweden: From Shared History to a Future of Enduring Partnership Read More
Finnish Ambassador Mikko Kinnunen has officially assumed his role as Finland’s Ambassador to Mongolia. On Monday 21 April 2025, he presented his Letter of Credentials to Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh …
Finnish ambassador presents credentials to president of Mongolia Read More
A webinar held on Wednesday 24 April 2025 highlighted the deepening cooperation between Norway and Vietnam in the fields of marine spatial planning (MSP), ocean governance, and sustainable development. Organised …
Norway and Vietnam strengthen partnership on sustainable ocean governance Read More
Denmark has strengthened its food trade with China through three new export protocols, signed during the visit by Denmark’s Minister for Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Jacob Jensen, to Beijing 21-22 …
Denmark signs new food export deals with China, boosting access for fish, barley and horse feed Read More
On the sidelines of the 4th Summit of the Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Forum, held on April 16 at the National Convention Center in …
Denmark and Vietnam Strengthen Green Strategic Partnership Read More
The Chinese leader’s recent tour of Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam is seen by a Swedish expert as a diplomatic success for Beijing in the wake of new US tariffs. “The …
Swedish scholar sees Xi’s Southeast Asia tour as win for China’s image as stable partner Read More
Thailand and Denmark reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties during the 7th Thai-Danish Political Consultation held in Bangkok on Wednesday 10 April 2025. Mrs. Sirilak Niyom, Deputy Permanent Secretary …
Thailand and Denmark hold 7th political consultation in Bangkok Read More
The Danish Embassy in China took part in the EU Culture Street 2025 in Chengdu over the weekend, joining thousands of visitors in celebrating European culture and values. At the …
Denmark showcases green lifestyle and cycling culture at EU Culture Street in Chengdu Read More
Denmark is moving ahead with plans to host American troops on its soil under a new 10-year defense cooperation agreement with the United States. The agreement, currently under parliamentary review, …
Denmark moves to host U.S. troops under new defense pact Read More
Denmark has made a strategic return to Malaysia, rebuilding its diplomatic presence with renewed ambition. Leading this resurgence is H.E. Kirstine Vangkilde Berner, a seasoned diplomat with two decades of …
Denmark is back on the scene: new embassy and Ambassador in Kuala Lumpur Read More
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the European Union to join China in resisting what he termed “unilateral acts of bullying,” a clear reference to the escalating tariffs imposed …
Xi Jinping to EU: Let’s face “unilateral acts of bullying” together Read More
Malaysia has attracted 97 Swedish manufacturing projects with a total value of RM7.77 billion, contributing to the creation of 5,982 job opportunities, says Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, …
Sweden has invested in 97 manufacturing projects in Malaysia worth RM7.77 billion Read More
Speaker of the Finnish Parliament, Mr. Jussi Halla-aho is currently visiting China at the invitation of Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress. The visit …
Finnish Speaker of Parliament visits China to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations Read More
Norway will host the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 from 23 to 27 June, marking the 20th anniversary of the global platform for discussions on public policy issues related …
Norway to host Internet Governance Forum 2025 in June Read More
Two new agreements between Denmark and Southeast Asian partners were signed this week in Bangkok to enhance regional collaboration on sustainability and waste management. The first agreement was signed during …
Denmark and Thailand sign agreements on circular economy and waste management Read More
More than 50 members of the Singapore Press Club gathered at the Danish ambassador’s residence on Wednesday 19 March 2025 for a “hyggelig” evening of discussion, Danish pastries, and diplomacy. …
Singapore Press Club gets a taste of Denmark at Danish ambassador’s residence Read More
Sweden is looking to deepen its engagement with Thailand on sustainable forestry, as senior officials from the Royal Forest Department hosted a diplomatic delegation from the Embassy of Sweden for …
Sweden and Thailand strengthen forest cooperation ahead of sustainability forum Read More
NATO will open a new center in the United Kingdom dedicated to protecting undersea infrastructure against sabotage, including gas pipelines and telecommunication cables—an issue that has raised concern across the …
NATO to open center focused on undersea cable sabotage Read More
An upcoming top-level visit by U.S. officials to Greenland — without formal invitation — has drawn criticism from both Denmark and Greenland, as concerns grow over foreign pressure on the …
Greenland and Denmark reject U.S. visit as global competition for rare earths intensifies Read More
Swedish ambassador to Malaysia, Niklas Wiberg, has urged ASEAN to make progress on free trade agreements with the European Union in 2025. The ambassador highlighted the importance of regional projects, …
Swedish envoy: ASEAN must push EU trade agreements in 2025 Read More
Three European nations have asked the Trump administration for their unspent USAID contributions to be refunded. Sweden, Norway and the Netherlands had been partnering with USAID on a project called …
Sweden, Norway ask USAID to pay back their money Read More
Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today had a meeting with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to ASEAN, H.E. Kjell Tormod Pettersen, at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. …
Secretary-General of ASEAN meets with the Ambassador of Norway to ASEAN Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy (RNE) in Manila, in partnership with Sulong Peace Inc. (SPI), conducted a field visit to Negros Island, reaffirming Norway’s commitment to peacebuilding, security cooperation, and participatory …
Norway and Sulong Peace Inc. strengthen peace and security efforts in Negros Read More
In a significant display of unity, the Nordic countries—Denmark, Finland, and Sweden—joined 25 other European nations in a joint statement at the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council, …
Nordic nations support UN Declaration on Human Rights in China Read More
Ambassadors from Sweden, Norway and Denmark were among a group of foreign diplomats who visited the refugee camp Bhasan Char island in southern Bangladesh, where more than 23,000 Rohingya refugees …
Nordic ambassadors visit Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh Read More
The Swedish diplomatic mission in Laos hosted a reception in Vientiane on Monday 17 March 2025 to welcome and introduce Per Gradin as the new Honorary Consul of Sweden. The …
Sweden appoints new Honorary Consul in Laos Read More
Ambassadors from four Nordic countries and experts participated in the annual dialogue between Vietnam and the Nordic nations, themed “Effective Leadership and Public Governance, Promoting Innovation and Digital Transformation: Nordic …
Nordic Countries share experience with Vietnam on innovation and digital transformation in public governance Read More
A Danish consortium Danske Flådeskibe K/S is set to design and construct new Arctic patrol ships and future frigates for the Royal Danish Navy, with production centered in Esbjerg, Denmark. …
New Danish consortium with strong Singaporean ties will build new Artic patrol ships Read More
Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former prime minister of Denmark, is set to speak at the 2025 Yushan Forum in Taiwan, according to Taipei Times. Rasmussen will be joined by former Slovenian …
Former Danish PM to speak at 2025 Yushan Forum in Taiwan Read More
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Finnish Ambassador Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in digital transformation, environmental protection, trade, investment, and business development during a …
Cambodia and Finland explore cooperation in digital transformation, trade, and sustainability Read More
The Philippines is seeking to establish a labor agreement with Sweden to enhance the protection of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the country, according to the Department of Migrant Workers …
Philippines exploring labor agreement with Sweden Read More
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen expressed on 6 March 2025 openness to considering new defense strategies in light of changing global dynamics. Including French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to discuss how …
Denmark might allow deployment of nuclear weapons Read More
Former Swedish Foreign Minister Ann Linde states that Europe cannot fully count on the United States for military backing and must take greater responsibility for its own security. Her concern …
Former Swedish Foreign Minister says Europe can not rely in USA Read More
Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel Romualdez, has expressed confidence in the enduring strength of the defense alliance between the Philippines and the U.S.. His statements came a …
Philippines believe US is still committed to current security agreements Read More
A delegation from the Swedish Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Chairman Aron Emilsson, is currently visiting Vietnam to reinforce political, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations. The …
Swedish parliamentary delegation strengthens ties with Vietnam Read More
Sweden recently reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic and development cooperation with the Philippines during a visit by State Secretary for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Diana Janse, and …
Sweden strengthens ties with the Philippines through high-level visit Read More
EuroCham Vietnam engaged in high-level discussions with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Sunday 2 March 2025, addressing key trade and investment topics between Vietnam and the European Union. The …
Eurocham discusses trade and investment with Vietnam’s Prime Minister Read More
The Danish Parliament’s Foreign Policy Committee is visiting Vietnam from March 3 to 6 to engage in discussions with Vietnamese leaders on foreign and security policy, aiming to strengthen inter-parliamentary …
Danish Parliament’s Foreign Policy Committee visits Vietnam to bolster maritime cooperation Read More
Denmark will be the President of the United Nations Security Council for one month starting from 1. March 2025. This presidency comes as part of Denmark’s two-year term as a …
Denmark becomees President of UN Security Council for one month Read More
Sweden has expressed strong support for the swift establishment of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and Malaysia. This endorsement aligns with Sweden’s active participation in …
Sweden supports swift EU-Malaysia Free Trade Agreement Read More
Swedish prime minister Ulf Kristersson has reaffirmed Sweden’s support for Ukraine, emphasizing the broader implications of Russia’s aggression for the Nordic and Baltic regions, as well as the rest of …
Sweden, EU backup Ukraine after meeting with Trump Read More
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has expressed a desire to strengthen bilateral relations with Sweden. During a meeting at Malacañang Palace, Swedish Ambassador-designate Anna Ferry conveyed that Sweden considers the Philippines …
Philippines President Marcos Jr. wants to strengthen relations with Sweden Read More
China Daily, a media outlet widely regarded as a mouthpiece of the Chinese government, published on 28 February 2025 an editorial urging Europe to adopt an independent foreign policy and …
China urges Europe to distance itself from US and strengthen ties with China Read More
Denmark and Singapore mark 60 years of diplomatic ties in 2025. Surprisingly short time but nevertheless a milestone that underscores the strong and evolving relationship between the two nations. Since …
New Ambassador reflects on Singapore-Denmark anniversary Read More