Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Starting November 8, 2024, citizens from Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Iceland can travel to China without a visa for stays of up to 15 days. This new policy, confirmed by …
Visa-free travel to China for Scandinavian citizens begins on Friday Read More
The EU Delegation, EU Member States, and the embassies of Canada, Norway, and the UK in Vietnam condemn the 12-year prison sentence for Vietnamese blogger Duong Van Thai. On October …
EU and allies condemn harsh sentence for Vietnamese blogger Read More
The European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2024 invites Filipino students to explore study opportunities in Europe. Taking place on November 22-23 at Robinsons Galleria Ortigas in Manila, the event offers …
Explore study opportunities at European Higher Education Fair 2024 Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in China announced the “Dream of Ocean – Sunrise on the Sea” exhibition at the Nordic Contemporary Art Center (@nac_1997) in Xiamen, Fujian on their Facebookpage. …
“Dream of Ocean” exhibition opens at Nordic Contemporary Art Center in Xiamen Read More
A recent survey from Thai Examiner reveals that 55% of foreign expatriates in Thailand plan to leave in 2024 due to new tax liabilities. Many hesitate to file tax returns …
Majority of foreign expats consider leaving Thailand amid tax changes Read More
Authorities advise tourists near Flores Island to wear masks following the Lewotobi volcano eruption that resulted in the deaths of six local residents. The active Lewotobi volcano erupted during the …
Tourists advised to wear masks after Lewotobi Volcano erupts, killing 6 locals Read More
On November 2, 2024, authorities arrested a 31-year-old Danish man, Mr. Asger Ploug Emborg, in Koh Samui for allegedly threatening local residents with firearms. This arrest followed multiple reports of …
Danish man arrested for threatening people with guns Koh Samui Read More
The European Commission has initiated an investigation into the Chinese online retailer Temu, focusing on whether the platform complies with EU laws regarding the sale of illegal products. This probe …
EU investigates Temu for compliance with product regulations Read More
On October 30, 2024, Denmark-based A.P. Moller-Maersk opened its new $4.8 billion (P280 billion) distribution facility in Calamba City. This significant investment represents a crucial step toward enhancing the Philippines’ …
New Maersk facility opens in the Philippines Read More
Henrik Houtved was a well-known Danish journalist in the 80s and the 90s. After a solid career in Danish news media he moved in the new millennium over to work …
Fascinating book about the death of my friend Read More