Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok marks International Seafarers Day on June 25 with a tribute to Denmark’s maritime history and the significance it has had on the historic relationship …
Denmark’s maritime history paved the way for relations between Denmark and Thailand Read More
Scandinavian interior décor has become the aspiration of most interior enthusiasts. If you follow interior trends, you know how this cozy and snug aesthetic is dominating the world of interior …
Need Cozy Home Décor Ideas? 5 Simple & Attainable Scandinavian Interior Designs Read More
19 June marked the 160th birthday of José Protasio Rizal, a now-deceased Filipino nationalist during the tail end of the Spanish colonial period. He became a national hero because he …
Did you know that a Filipino hero translated H.C. Andersen fairy tales? Read More
On 15 June 2021 the embassy of Denmark in Thailand announced: Today we celebrate GlobalWindDay2021. Did you know that one of the wind power pioneers was Danish? His name was …
Danish engineer pioneered electricity from windmills Read More
In December and January, British International School, Phuket (BISP) will be hosting two Rafa Nadal Academy Tennis camps. The camps will be led by official training staff from the …
The Rafa Nadal Academy is coming to BISP! Read More
Rarely do you see the words education and paradise in the same sentence, however at British International School, Phuket, many families are attracted by the world class learning opportunities and …
Education in Paradise Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for December 2021 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia June 2021
ScandAsia June 2021 Read More
The strong relationship between Denmark and Thailand dates back four centuries and in the Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok’s series of memorable moments and important facts they shine a light …
Thailand’s first domestic bank a result of Danish-Thai collaboration Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok remarks another historical day on 5 June 2021. The statement says: “Happy Constitution Day! Today, Danes wake up to see Dannebrog waving in the …
Frederik VII signed the first constitution law as the first step to democracy in Denmark Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok shines another light on the unique ties between Denmark and Thailand through their newest “did you know?” in celebration of Denmark and Thailand’s 400 …
Statue of King Chulalongkorn in Skagen celebrates unique ties between Denmark and Thailand Read More
Scandinavian Society Siam is giving away the last remaining books from its library to its members and members if the Danish Thai Chamber of Commerce. The event will take place …
Danish, Swedish, Norwegian books for free Read More
On 22 May 2021 the Royal Danish embassy in Bangkok opened another page of history from the archive on the Danish-Thai relationship in a statement that read: Did you know? …
Denmark celebrated International Day for Biological Diversity with history from the archive Read More
In celebrating 400 years of relations between Denmark and Thailand, The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok shares a very interesting update on one of the cornerstones of the historical relations …
Treaty of Friendship is a cornerstone of the historical relations between Thailand and Denmark Read More
19 May 2021 The three-point seat belt was invented by Volvo in Sweden in 1959. Subsequently, Volvo gifted it to the world by letting other car manufacturers use this seat …
Did you know that the three-point seat belt was a Swedish innovation? Read More
As most countries in Asia are still amid continuous travel restrictions, hardly any high-level visits from Denmark have been made. The Embassy of Denmark in Kuala Lumpur has therefore taken …
Take a trip down memory lane with the Embassy of Denmark in Kurla Lumpur Read More
On 20 May 2021 Sweden.se reveal a photo album reliving the good ol’ times of how they started, the statement read: The Swedish company Scania – manufacturer of heavy trucks …
Scania HQ shares how they started in pictures from the archive Read More
Brighton College Bangkok is pleased to announce the launch of our “Oxbridge Project”, a new programme in collaboration with the award-winning School of the Decade in the United Kingdom. Sixth …
The best of University Counseling from Brighton College UK is here – available at Brighton College International School Bangkok Read More
On 17 May 2021 Announcement by The Government of Taiwan was released, the statment read: The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that entry to Taiwan will be suspended from …
Taiwan halts temporary entry from non resident visa holders Read More
Through a recent update, The Embassy of Denmark in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian shares interesting facts and updates regarding the Cooperation (DANCED – DANIDA). The update reads: “Did you know that …
The Embassy of Denmark in Malaysian on the Cooperation DANCED – DANIDA Read More
The Royal Danish embassy released the latest photo album, as part of 400 years relations with Thailand celebration on 5 March 2021, a day after H.M. King Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s Coronation day …
Tramway line in Thailand was established by Danish businessmen Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Jakarta takes a trip down memory lane with its latest update. The update shares moments from 2017 when King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden last …
Embassy of Sweden shares memories of King Carl XVI Gustaf’s latest visit to Indonesia Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok takes another trip down memory lane with their recent update that marks the exact day when King Chulalongkorn gave Danish Andreas du Plessis de …
Earliest examples of close infrastructure collaboration between Denmark and Thailand Read More
by Thomas Banyard, Headmaster, King’s College International School Bangkok At King’s College International School Bangkok, teachers work hard so that happy children grow into successful adults who make a positive …
Why education is the best gift we can give our children? Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for May 2021 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia Magazine May 2021
ScandAsia Magazine May 2021 Read More
Southeast Asia offers some of the most spectacular places for kayaking. Sea kayaking is popular worldwide because of the possibility to enjoy and exercise in a natural environment for a better …
Great places for sea kayaking in Southeast Asia Read More
HEI Schools is now in Bangkok, announced the Finnish embassy in Bangkok on 30 April 2021. Ambassador Jyri Järviaho and other representatives of the Embassy visited HEI Schools Bangkok Open …
HEI School has opened Bangkok branch Read More
The feelings of the Nordic community here are saddening knowing the Royal Embassy of Denmark in Kuala Lumpur are on their departure in a month. The embassy also released photo …
Danish embassy releasing photo series of moments in Malaysia Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok continues to celebrate Denmark and Thailand’s long-standing relations through their campaign ‘Today, tomorrow, together – Denmark and Thailand 1621 – 2021.’ Recently they shared …
Did you know Siam Cement Group is a result of close Thai-Danish collaboration? Read More
As an organization for Danes abroad, Danes Worldwide continues to provide the necessary information for Danes globally especially during the pandemic. Danes Worldwide continues to seek answers from the authorities …
Danes Worldwide: Can Danes abroad get a Corona Passport? Read More
Given that Thailand is 95 percent Buddhist, the country is home to thousands of beautiful temples – known in Thai as Wat’s. Visiting the country’s temples can be a very …
Thai Temple etiquette: A guide to being respectful when visiting a Buddhist temple in Thailand Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for April 2021 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia Magazine April 2021
ScandAsia Magazine April 2021 Read More
Meet this young couple, Samantha and Nicolas, who are dedicated to food and who run VIVIN Grocery & Restaurant, a local Artisan shop on Sukhumvit, soi 63 (Ekamai). On a …
Dedicated couple behind VIVIN Grocery & Restaurant Read More
From the moment a child is born, parents bear witness to their growth and development by observing key milestones; their first steps, their first words, their first day of school. …
Music and Child Development Read More
In the last 10 years, the education sector has also seen a great improvement in the curve when it comes to technology. It has largely impacted the industry by adding …
6 Must Have Features of School Management Application Read More
The Swedish School in Singapore is inviting all Swedish-speaking children between 6-16 years old in Singapore to participate in the Swedish School’s writing competition 2021. If your child is creative …
Writing competition for all Swedish-speaking children in Singapore Read More
“Serving love” is a fund raising event by Sang Foundation for SOS food rescue ( Scholars of sustenance ) foundation on 27 March 2021 at L’Occitan French restaurant Hua Hin. …
Serving Love 2021 Fundraising for SOS Hua Hin event was a success Read More
The Danish Embassy in Bangkok has posted honorable mentions from their recent ‘Traces of Denmark in Thailand’ photo competition. “The embassy received a great number of entries for the “Traces …
Honorable mentions from the Danish Embassy in Bangkok’s photo challenge Read More
On 11 March 2021, it was exactly one year ago that Denmark closed its borders and went into massive lockdown due to the corona pandemic. On that occasion, the association …
Danes Worldwide questionnaire: How did the pandemic affect your life? Read More
The Embassy of Denmark celebrates 400 years of Denmark and Thailand relations by shining a light on Hans Niels Andersen who was not only a Danish shipping magnate, businessman, diplomat …
A new Danish shipping line between Denmark and Thailand was established 124 years ago Read More
ScandAsia recently had the privilege of attending the Danish Business Association Singapore (DABS) webinar covering Danish rules for inheritance and guardianship for Danes living in Singapore. The event led by …
DABS: The Danish rules for inheritance and guardianship for Danes living in Singapore and abroad Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Bangkok has announced the winner of their “Traces of Denmark in Thailand” photo competition with the winning photo capturing “400 years of Thai-Danish relations, friendship, …
Danish Embassy in Bangkok announces winner of “Traces of Denmark in Thailand” photo competition Read More
On 18 March, The Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok took another trip down memory lane, this time highlighting the late Prince Henrik’s visit to Thailand 32 years ago and his …
The late Prince Henrik of Denmark had a continuing interest in environmental programs in Thailand Read More
On 16 March 2021 the Finnish Ambassador Jyri Järviaho and other representatives of the Embassy were thrilled to visit Tonkla School in Chiang Mai. Tonkla is a privately owned bilingual …
Ambassador Järviaho visited Tonkla school in Chiangmai Read More
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has announced the launch of The Future International Talent (FIT) programme with an extended deadline until 31 March. The announcement from SwedCham …
SwedCham HK members can save up to HKD 120,000 in new job creation scheme Read More
The best part of waking up is coffee in your cup! Swedes are heavy coffee drinkers and our “FIKA” breaks are a well-known part of the day. In year1685 the …
Time for a coffee! Read More
St. Andrews International School Sukhumvit 107 invites you to join a meeting on campus to discover more about the unique new alternative to the IBDP and A-Levels: the IBCP – …
St Andrew’s S107 host IBCP Discovery Event 1 April Read More
Joergen Lundbaek passed away on 15 March 2021 shortly before midnight. About half a year ago, he was diagnosed with cancer and although he went into treatment, it was too …
Joergen Lundbaek has passed away Read More
Danes worldwide is inviting its members to an online information meeting regarding tax and pension conditions for Danes abroad. The invitation reads: “As a Dane abroad, there are special tax …
Webinar on Danish tax and pension 24 March Read More
An unknown number of Danes abroad are currently without any prospect of being able to receive either a corona vaccine in their country of residence or Denmark. So quite naturally, …
Danes worldwide will keep fighting for vaccines for Danes abroad Read More
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has launched ‘THE ACADEMY” which is a platform for knowledge and learning for SwedCham members and friends. THE ACADEMY offers a variety …
SwedCham HK launches platform for knowledge and learning Read More