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patient in bed with nurse, Sunway Medical Center, Penang

World class medical services in Penang ready to welcome more expats, Asians and westerners

December 24, 2023March 3, 2024 - by Joakim Persson - 1 Comment

Penang island and state (Malaysia) is already a very established travel destination and business centre – for all the good reasons with its very successful manufacturing hub and FDI, as …

Cambodia / China / Denmark / Finland / General news / Hong Kong / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Myanmar / Norway / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Taiwan / Thailand / Vietnam

Singapore and Scandinavia among strongest passports in the world

December 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - 1 Comment

Both Singapore, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway are in the top 10 of strongest passports in the world of 2023. The scores are calculated by VisaGuide World Passport Index, which …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark

The Danish AIP Foundation’s transformative road safety project in Cambodia

December 20, 2023January 5, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In response to the pressing need for improved road safety in Cambodia, the Danish chapter of the nonprofit AIP Foundation has implemented its second targeted initiative in the region. The …

Cambodia / General news / Norway

Norwegians support female Cambodian tuk-tuk drivers

December 14, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

In Siem Reap a group of women is finding economic independence by becoming tuk-tuk drivers. It’s not an easy road to take, as they are met with misogyny and prejudice. …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark / Thailand

Danes, are your documents legalized?

December 13, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

If you have Thai/Cambodian documents which shall be used in Denmark – or Danish documents to be used in Thailand/Cambodia – then you probably need to get them legalized. This …

Cambodia / Community news / Living in Asia / Vietnam

Cambodia and Vietnam launch cross-border QR code payments

December 4, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Cambodia and Vietnam jointly launched a cross-border QR code payment system on Sunday, December 3. The new method will allow people in Cambodia and Vietnam to make payments using local …

Cambodia / Community news / Sweden

Previous Swedish Ambassador to Cambodia passes away

November 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Anna-Maj Hultgård, who was the Swedish Ambassador to Cambodia from 2013-2016 has passed away in early November, after a period of illness. The Embassy of Sweden Section Office in Phnom …

Cambodia / General news / Sweden

Cambodia affirms intentions to address plastic usage issues

November 13, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment affirmed its intentions to address plastic usage issues in the country, collaborating with international partners such as Sweden, Japan, and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). …

Cambodia / General news / Norway

Viking Orion ship of Norway enters Cambodia

November 6, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

A big cruise ship from Norway docked at the Sihanoukville Autonomous Port in Cambodia before continuing its journey towards Thailand. The ship, ‘The Viking Orion of Norway’, comes from the …

Cambodia / International relations / Laos / Sweden / Thailand

Meet the New Swedish Ambassador to Thailand

November 3, 2023November 19, 2023 - by Agneta de Bekassy - 2 Comments.

ScandAsia had the pleasure to welcome H.E. Anna Hammargren, the new Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, on 23. October 2023. A tall, distinguished woman with long hair and engaging eyes. Anna …

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Norway says Israel may have broken international law in ongoing war in Middle East

November 1, 2023November 1, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 1 Comment

Norwegian foreign minister Espen Barth Eide said despite Norway’s supporting Israel’s right to self-defense, Norway believes Israel may have broken international law in the ongoing war in the Middle East, …

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The best countries to live in for remote working

October 18, 2023February 16, 2024 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Denmark and Sweden are among the top five countries to live in for remote employees, out of 108 countries evaluated. Southeast Asia can be found further down the line. The …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark

Meet the Danish Embassy in Phnom Penh

October 18, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

On Tuesday 2 November 2023 the Embassy of Denmark in Thailand will visit Phnom Penh, Cambodia to meet fellow Danes and present their work. And you can join! The event …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark / Finland / Norway / Sweden

EUROCHAM looks forward to share knowledge about AI in Cambodia

October 16, 2023October 16, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EUROCHAM Cambodia) invites you who are a researcher, communications expert, or senior executive to join the upcoming “AI Boot Camp: For Professionals.” The …

Cambodia / General news / Sweden

Cambodian activists challenges travel ban to Sweden

October 10, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Last week ScandAsia reported that three Cambodian activists have been banned from going to Sweden to accept a Right Livelihood Foundation award. Now, the three environmental activists are back out …

Cambodia / General news / Sweden

Concerns over Cambodia banning activists from going to Sweden

October 4, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

The Right Livelihood Foundation has expressed concerns over Cambodia banning three environmental activists from traveling to Sweden to receive the prize known as the “Alternative Nobel.” Thon Ratha, Phuong Keo …

Agriculture, fishing, forestry / Business in Asia / Cambodia / Denmark / Sustainability / Vietnam

Danish TROFACO is planting trees in Southeast Asia for climate action

September 18, 2023September 27, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Danish TROFACO is a non-profit organization dedicated to environmental conservation, climate action and social development by planting trees. The organization operates primarily in Southeast Asia, focusing on initiatives that go …

Business in Asia / Cambodia / Community news / Hospitality / Norway

Norwegian couple expands their eco-friendly concept in Cambodia

September 15, 2023September 25, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

Norwegian Katrine Solhaug’s journey into the world of social consciousness and her commitment to making a positive impact have for several years been manifested in Babel Guesthouse in Siem Reap, …

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The Swedish ministry of Justice has renewed the global visa contract with VFS

September 15, 2023September 22, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Ministry of Justice has awarded VFS Global to provide visa services in 37 countries. Under the new agreement, VFS Global will continue to operate on behalf of the …

Cambodia / China / International relations

Cambodia to sign six more MoUs with China to boost investment cooperation

September 11, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia and China will sign six more Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) in an attempt to boost investment cooperation . According to the Khmer Times, the expansion of investment will cover …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark / Living in Asia

Dane working with malnutrition among children in Cambodia

September 5, 2023September 7, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Nutrition plays a crucial role in children’s overall health and development, especially during the early stages of life. In Cambodia, like in many other countries, undernutrition remains a significant public …

Business in Asia / Cambodia / Finland / Norway / Retail & Wholesale / Vietnam

Vietnamese wooden furniture and handicraft exports show signs of recovery

September 5, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Vietnam’s wooden furniture and handicraft exports have shown signs of recovery in the past three months, according to Nguyễn Xuân Truyền, deputy director in charges of sales and marketing at …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodia expects to welcome more foreigners to visit Angkor Archeological Park

September 4, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The Angkor Archeological Park in Cambodia has welcomed 498,513 international visitors from January to August of 2023, reported Xinhua. The significant rise of foreigners’ visit made 23.09 million USD in …

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Cambodia imports from neighboring countries grow

September 4, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCE) reported that imports from China, Vietnam, and Thailand have grown in the first seven months of 2023 as these three …

Business in Asia / Cambodia / Thailand / Transportation, maritime

Sky Angkor is back with more routes to Bangkok

August 28, 2023August 28, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

After a four month pause, the Cambodian low-cost airline Sky Angkor is back with twice-daily flights from Phnom Penh to the Don Mueang airport in Bangkok from 25 August. The …

Cambodia / Indonesia / International relations / Laos / Myanmar / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam

Cambodia to prioritize ASEAN in foreign policy

August 27, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The new Cambodia’s government led by Prime Minister Hun Manet was predicted to prioritize the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in its foreign policy. According to The Khmer Times, …

Cambodia / General news / Norway

Norwegian People’s Aid helps planting trees in Angkor Park in Cambodia

August 25, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 1 Comment

Ninety leaders and staff of the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) joined in planting trees in Angkor Park on 24 August 2023 in Cambodia. The APSARA National Authority (ANA) said 180 …

Cambodia / International relations / Thailand

New PMs of Thailand and Cambodia vow to work together

August 24, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The Khmer Times reported on Thursday, 24 August 2023 that Prime Minister Hun Manet of Cambodia and Thailand’s new Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, vowed to work together on tackling challenges …

Cambodia / General news

Hun Manet officially becomes Cambodia PM

August 24, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Hun Sen’s eldest son, Hun Manet officially became the Prime Minister of Cambodia on 22 August 2023. The National Assembly (NA) gave a vote of confidence, 123 out of the …

Cambodia / International relations / Norway

Cambodia and Norwegian People’s Aid sign deal for mine clearance

August 17, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) and the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) recently signed an agreement on “The Project for Humanitarian Demining in Cambodia” to manage mine clearance in the …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodia enforces law on prohibiting piranha imports and online marketing

August 16, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia’s Fisheries Administration (FiA) recently announced the enforcement of law in the confiscation and destruction of piranhas and prohibiting piranha imports and online marketing. “This type of fish is completely …

Cambodia / General news / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam

Vietjet offers family fun fares

August 10, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Thai Vietjet encourages travelers to embark on family holidays by offering bargain deals during its ‘Family Fun Month’, until August 17. The promotion presents special fares starting from THB1,688 (including …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodian King appoints Hun Manet as next PM

August 9, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

King Norodom Sihamoni of Cambodia recently appointed Hun Manet, the eldest son of Cambodia’s longtime leader Hun Sen, as the next prime minister. The King has named Manet as “Prime …

Cambodia / General news / Indonesia

Bali immigration officers arrested over Cambodian organ ring

August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Three Bali immigration officers have been arrested for their alleged role in an illegal organ ring. The trafficking syndicate ferried victims from Indonesia to Cambodia to sell their kidneys, Indonesian …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodia next PM Hun Manet and his cabinet to start office in 22nd of August

July 31, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The recent general election of Cambodia resulted in Prime Minister Hun Sen’s party, Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) winning a landslide victory after being in power for almost four decades. Hun …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodia one-sided election kicks off

July 23, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia’s one-sided election has kicked off on Sunday, 23 July 2023 in which Hun Sen from his Cambodian People’s Party who has ruled the country for almost four decades is …

Cambodia / General news

Fire at Nightclub in Cambodia kills at least 6 people

July 3, 2023July 3, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The fire at a nightclub in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, killed at least six people including four men and two women on Saturday, 1 July 2023. According to AFP via the …

Cambodia / General news

Cambodia PM threatens to ban Facebook “for a short period or forever”

July 1, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 1 Comment

Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Sen threatened to block Facebook after he recently quit using the application and switched to use other social media platforms including Telegram and TikTok. He warned …

Cambodia / General news / Indonesia / Myanmar

Indonesia arrests nearly 500 for human trafficking

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

Indonesian police have this month arrested nearly 500 suspects involved in the trafficking of more than 1,500 victims. This is according to officials on Tuesday, June 20. Indonesia is one …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark / Finland / Norway / Sweden

Join EuroCham Green Business Forum in Cambodia

June 6, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham Cambodia) will organize the Green Business Forum on “Pioneering Innovation for a Sustainable Future” on Friday, 9 june 2023 at Oakwood Premier …

Cambodia / General news / Laos / Thailand / Vietnam

Vietnamese firm Mekong Capital plans fund for forests regeneration

May 30, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Vietnam-based firm, Mekong Capital is planning to set up a climate fund approximately $200 million as early as 2024 for helping forest regeneration and global warming in the Mekong region …

Cambodia / General news

Workshop for discussing ways to reduce air pollution held in Cambodia

May 26, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia’s Ministry of Environment and several partner organizations held a two-day workshop on clean vehicles and fuels in Cambodia on 24-25 May 2023 to discuss ways to reduce air pollution. …

Cambodia / Community news / Denmark / Finland / Iceland / Norway / Sweden

EuroCham Cambodia to organize “Open Office Day” event

May 22, 2023May 23, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham Cambodia) will organize the “Open Office Day” event on 13 June 2023 from 5 PM to 7 PM. The event’s purpose is …

Business in Asia / Cambodia / Indonesia / Textile

Cambodia’s textile exports to Indonesia in consistent growth

May 1, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The general trade between Cambodia and Indonesia increased by 43.2 per cent to $304 million in the first quarter of 2023. Cambodia is a net exporter to Indonesia when it …

Cambodia / General news / Laos / Myanmar / Thailand

Clean Air: Fundamental right that many Thais still lack access to

April 24, 2023April 25, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Every year during March to April, many provinces in the Northern region of Thailand have been known to go through the “Burning Season” and have the areas covered in PM2.5 …

Cambodia / General news / Philippines / Sweden / Vietnam

Filipino journalists join media self-regulation program in Sweden

April 9, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Eight Filipino journalists recently joined a two-week program on media self-regulation in Stockholm, Sweden, reported Phil Star. The program was funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency aiming to …

Cambodia / International relations / Singapore

Cambodia cooperates with Singapore in becoming major exporter of green energy

April 7, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Cambodia has committed to adopt practices in green energy transition to reduce greenhouse emissions as well as aim to become a major exporter of clean energy in the region. The …

Cambodia / Community news / Norway

Siem Reap networking day

March 31, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

On March 25, Destination Mekong (DM) and Siem Reap Tourism Club (STC) co-hosted their first Destination Siem Reap networking day. The theme was ‘Together Smarter Stronger’. The event was primarily …

Business in Asia / Cambodia / Indonesia / Malaysia / Norway / Oil and Gas, Mining / Thailand / Vietnam

Upstream assets available for sale across Southeast Asia

March 30, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

More than $5 billion of upstream assets are available for sale across Southeast Asia, according to Norwegian Rystad Energy. Most of the opportunities are in Indonesia, where more than $2 …

Cambodia / International relations / Malaysia

Malaysia and Cambodia sign agreement on Cambodian workers

March 29, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Malaysia and Cambodia signed the agreements on the recruitment, employment and repatriation of Cambodian workers in Malaysia on Monday, 27 March 2023. On the occasion of the signatory, it was …