ScandAsia Magazine March 2021
The ScandAsia magazine for March 2021 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia Magazine March 2021
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Mega Bangna opens 90,000 sqm. space for skaters from 4-10pm
Mega Bangna mall opened on 4 March 2021 over 9000 square metre of free space, free of charge, for skate lovers. It is the new carpark space for IKEA store …
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Swedish run dog rescue charity in Thailand suffers during the pandemic
Swedish Michael Baines has since 2011 been rescuing and rehabilitating street dogs in Thailand through what today is called ‘The Man That Rescues Dogs’. The charity is home to 600 …
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Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok on the Swedish Institute Management Programme Asia
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok recently updated the following statement aimed at inspiring ambitious leaders in Thailand to join the Swedish Institute Management Programme Asia: “Are you one of …
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Danish ULAP.org launching cloud career Kickstarter scholarship program for Filipino IT aspirants
Currently based in Denmark, Filipinas in Tech Marilag Dimatulac and Michelle Tabirao continue their passion for advocating to help communities in the Philippines by bringing digital literacy programs and young …
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SwedCham: Opening a bank account in Hong Kong?
Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong’s member company Primasia Corporate Services Limited has shared an update in regards to opening a bank account in Hong Kong. The update reads: …
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DABS Webinar on rules for inheritance and guardianship for Danes living in Singapore 8 March
Danish Business Association Singapore (DABS) is inviting its members to a webinar covering Danish rules for inheritance and guardianship for Danes living in Singapore on 8 March. Kindly note that …
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NetCredit: How much do you need to retire in Asia?
Online personal loan lender NetCredit has recently published a study showing how much money it would require in the bank to retire comfortably in Asia and around the globe. Destinations …
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Khao Lak, Thailand, lifestyle destination update
The by northern Europeans much loved destination of Khao Lak is suffering another setback but it is only a matter of time before everyone will once again be able to …
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On this day: 22 February 1912 MS-Selandia sets off on her maiden journey to Thailand
On 22 February 1921, the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok released a memo on the first journey to Thailand of M/S Selandia: On this day, 22 February 2012, the revolutionary …
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Norwegian Mette Visted: My Singaporean adventures
Singapore is a wealthy Island city-state, once a British colonial trading post, today it is a thriving global financial hub, a multi-cultural food paradise, and a diverse society jammed with …
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Trade between Denmark and Thailand took off over 163 years ago
The Danish Embassy in Bangkok takes us back in time with this historical fact about Denmark – Thailand trading relations. This week’s ‘DID YOU KNOW’ from the embassy reads: “DID …
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How to Hire Foreigners in Taiwan
By Hanna Bennett There are numerous opportunities for business expansion in Taiwan. But, like any country, you must be compliant with the Taiwanese law to take your business there and …
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Swedish Greencarrier ensures that ‘Götheborg’ continues on route to Asia
Swedish Greencarrier AB recently announced that the company has ensured future voyages to Asia and China and created further opportunities for trade with Asia by overtaking ownership and all future …
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Malaysia government granted Covid -19 vaccine to all non-citizen residents
On 11 February 2021 the Malaysian Cabinet has agreed that the Covid-19 vaccination programme to begin at the end of this month will be given freely to non-citizens residing in …
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Thailand online shopping guide
Thailand has come a very long way in regards to online shopping options available. Over the past few years, Thailand has seen a rise in online shopping options with major …
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A trip down memory lane with the Danish Embassy in Bangkok
As part of the celebration of Denmark – Thailand 400 year anniversary, the embassy of Denmark in Bangkok often takes a trip down memory lane and celebrates special historical days …
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The Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong is looking for a trainee
On 8 February 2021, the Consulate General of Finland in Hong Kong announced the following: Hong Kong Consulate General is looking for a college trainee for the period of May-August …
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Danish Trade Council affirmed Malaysia remains priority even the embassy will be soon close
The Trade Council at the embassy of Denmark in Malaysia announced an overall outlook for last week of January 2021: “The Trade Council at the Embassy here has had a …
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Danish furniture brand Wendelbo opens Singapore showroom
Singapore furniture retailer Made & Make announced on 5 February 2021 the opening of its new 250 sq m showroom dedicated to Danish furniture brand Wendelbo. The showroom is the …
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Top Asian and Nordic Escapist hotels featuring luxury in the countryside
A new trend amongst a wave of hotels is seen offering a spectacular alternative to a traditional hotel building with corridors. The new initiative allows guests a taste of off-grid …
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Top 10 little-known destinations in South East Asia
One of the advantages of being an expat in South East Asia is the opportunity you have to experience destinations most people back home never hear about. You have probably …
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Rugby School Thailand appoints Swedish Elite coach and Swedish Olympian swimmer
Rugby School Thailand has welcomed Swedish Elite coach Sebastian Marko-Varga and his wife 4-time Olympian swimmer Ida Marko-Varga. Late summer last year the couple sold everything they owned in Sweden and …
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Young Professionals in Taiwan are invited to “Swedish Entrepreneurs Guide to Taiwan” interactive seminar on 23 Feb
Do you want to know what it’s like to go from entrepreneur to business owner in Taiwan? Young Professional in Taiwan invited to an interactive seminar on 23 February 2021. …
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5 Shopping Festivals in China You Must Know
Before moving to the shopping festivals, there’s one thing about Chinese consumers you should know: they love small gifts even though it’s a cheap one. They usually act fast if …
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Vaccine sparks Nordic travel bookings to Thailand
The positive news regarding the Covid-19 vaccine has sparked a boost in booking of travel arrangements to Thailand from Finland and Sweden and now Denmark is following the trend. Bookings …
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Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce launched Online One-Stop Service
Thailand Ministry of Commerce (MOC) has launched an Online One-Stop Service, covering 85 services including new business registration, intellectual property, international and internal trade. With the new online service, clients …
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Shrewsbury Invests in Excellence: Project 2021 Close To Completion
In August 2021, Shrewsbury International School Bangkok Riverside will complete an ambitious 1.1 billion Thai Baht building project. Project 2021 dramatically increases the provision for Science, Mathematics, Computing, Innovation, Sixth …
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The Nordics and Singapore amongst top 20 healthiest countries in the world
The Nordics and Singapore are ranked amongst the 20 healthiest countries to live in the world, according to a new report from Money.co.uk, a UK-based price comparison website. The report …
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Foreigners in Asia targets of Covid-19 related racisms
When Covid-19 first spread from China, Asians became targets of racism in Scandinavia and the rest of the West. Now after the spread of the virus has changed in China, …
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Thailand working on new initiatives to attract Nordic tourists
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is staying active in overseas tourist markets with new initiatives to stimulate travel bookings. Thailand is with TAT’s offices in Scandinavia, Europe, and North America …
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SwedCham Taipei’s internship position is now open for applications
On 27 January 2021 the Swedish Chamber of Commerce announced that The Swedish Chamber of Commerce Taipei is looking for an intern, the statement reads: To foster young, creative business …
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Vote by Mail material for Finland’s municipal election available for Finns abroad
On 28 January 2021 The Finnish embassy in Hanoi announced: The municipal elections are approaching! Do you have a home county in Finland, but are you temporarily staying abroad during …
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Marsch Siamese was composed by a Danish Bandmaster
The embassy of Denmark in Bangkok regularly shares facts about Thai-Danish relations as part of the celebrations regarding the 400-year anniversary of relations between the two countries. On 27 January, …
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UNESCO Asia Pacific office in Bangkok is looking for Finnish professionals
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s Asia Regional Office in Bangkok is looking for a new assistant expert and has made the following announcement: Are you interested in challenges …
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Singapore named the most livable location in the world for 15th year in a row
27 January 2021 – Singapore has once again retained its place as the most livable location for East Asian expatriates, continuing a trend which stretches back to 2005. This was …
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FinnCham Hong Kong invites to a natural hike fun day on 6 February
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong invites to a natural hike on 6 February. The invitation says: Want to escape the city life for a day? Join us …
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Young Global Danes gives returning young professionals a network
On 25 January 2021 the Danish embassy in Vietnam mentioned a new career building network, Young Global Danes, is being launched by Danes Worldwide on 2 December 2020. It is …
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Danish-Thai historic magazines 1995 – 1997 shared
ScandMedia, the Danish graphic printing company in Thailand, began its publishing activity in Thailand in 1993 when it printed and distributed the first issue of the ScandAsia magazine. That was …
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IKEA offers virtual room decoration with Livespace in Singapore
At IKEA’s latest planning studio in Singapore, customers can scan a QR code in any room using their smartphone or the iPads’ provided and design the room as they wish. …
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Norskskolen i Singapore is looking for native speaking teachers
On 25 January 2021, the Norwegian school in Singapore announced that they are looking for teachers. The statement reads: Are you a gentle, playful and caring person with a heart …
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Singapore’s latest restrictions for upcoming Chinese New Year holiday
On 25 January 2021 the Singapore government announced the latest restriction for upcoming Chinese New year holiday. One of many things mentioned is maximum 8 visitors per household, per day …
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Slush enterpreneur’s global community find ways to stay connected during Covid-19 era
We are in 2021 and the world is still facing a global pandemic of Covid-19. Slush, a Helsinki-based global entrepreneurship organisation, young companies and community, braving the new world by …
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Danish embassy in Singapore looking for Political & Public Diplomacy Advisor
On 19 January 2021 the Embassy of Denmark in Singapore announce a a vacancy opens for applications, as follow: Do you want to promote collaboration between Singapore and Denmark? We …
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Latest global mental health statistic is a warning to workers abroad
According to a YouGov survey released in December 2020, suffering from mental health problems including depression and anxiety differentiates according to the country of residence. This is something businesses with …
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Husqvarna Thailand talks about its origin and heritage
Husqvarna is a small town in the Swedish region of Småland and also a company with long traditions. Founded over 330 years ago in 1689, the company was first a rifle …
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Swedish photographer Andrea Björsell launches exhibition in HK
Starting this Friday, 22 January, Hong Kong will be able to experience an exhibition by the Swedish photographer Andrea Björsell at Sin Sin Fine Art. Andrea is a Hong Kong-based …
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The Royal Danish embassy released a documentary of King Frederik IX inaugurating Thai-Danish Dairy Farm
On 16 January 2021 the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok released a documentary of the Royal Visit of King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid to Thailand during which King Frederik …
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Embassy of Finland in Bangkok is looking for Consular service assistant
Embassy of Finland in Bangkok announced on 14 January 2021 a job opportunity that said: Do you enjoy working with people and want be part of our high-performing immigration team? …
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FX veteran Danish Lars Hornsleth joins Jump Trading in Singapore
Singapore-based Danish Lars Hornsleth who already has a long career in Asia has taken on a new role as Director for institutional business development for Jump Trading in the Asia-Pacific …
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