Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Denmark and China should continue strengthening their partnership in green technology and sustainable industries, said Søren Gade, Speaker of the Danish Parliament, during a reception hosted by the Chinese Embassy …
Danish parliament speaker highlights green tech cooperation with China Read More
European companies are being “taken hostage” in the escalating trade tensions between China and the United States, warns Jens Eskelund, Managing Director of Maersk China and President of the EU …
Maersk China chief: EU companies are ‘hostage’ in US-China trade conflict Read More
The Nordic Embassies in the Philippines recently hosted a debriefing session for representatives from the Pasig City Government, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and the Department of …
Nordic Embassies share circular economy insights with Philippine leaders Read More
A delegation from the Danish Maritime Authority conducted its annual Port State Control (PSC) visit to China from 8 to 18 June 2025, focusing on safety procedures for ships using …
Denmark inspects ships in China to promote green shipping safety Read More
Mikael Hemniti Winther, Denmark’s Consul General in Shanghai since 2018, will take up a new posting as Ambassador of Denmark to South Korea from 1 August 2025. He will also …
Mikael Hemniti Winther named new Danish Ambassador to South Korea Read More
The Governor of Bangkok, Chadchart Sittipunt, will visit Copenhagen from Monday 16 to Thursday 19 June 2025 as part of an official programme to explore Danish expertise in sustainable urban …
Bangkok Governor visits Copenhagen Read More
The much-loved Danish Christmas Bazaar will once again take place in Bangkok, bringing Danish holiday traditions to the heart of the Thai capital. This year’s bazaar will be held on …
The Danish Christmas Bazaar returns on 6 December 2025 Read More
Representatives from the Nordic chambers of commerce in Malaysia recently held a high-level dialogue with the Prime Minister’s Office to explore strategic collaboration in support of Malaysia’s economic transformation. The …
Nordic business leaders meet Malaysian PM’s office Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is hiring a Trade & Investment Adviser to strengthen Danish business engagement in Vietnam’s maritime and defense sectors, with a primary focus on maritime. …
Danish Embassy in Vietnam seeks trade adviser for maritime sector Read More
The Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Nordic Midsummer Mingle on Friday 20 June 2025 at the Brewski Rooftop Bar, Radisson Blu Plaza in Bangkok. The informal event is …
Nordic chambers invited to Midsummer mingle in Bangkok Read More
Vietnam Airlines will introduce its first-ever nonstop flights between Vietnam and Denmark on 15 December 2025, linking Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen with three weekly flights operated by Boeing …
Vietnam Airlines to launch direct flights between Vietnam and Denmark Read More
The Thai-Nordic Golf Section invites golfers to the grand finale of its tournament season—the TNA Royal Cup 2025—taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025 at the Royal Golf & Country …
TNA Royal Cup 2025 tees off 21 June Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Singapore is seeking a full-time Visa Officer (CW2), with the application deadline set for Friday 13 June 2025 (midnight). The position is open only to …
Danish Embassy in Singapore seeks visa officer Read More
The embassies of Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden in Bangkok proudly took part in this year’s Bangkok Pride celebrations, marking a significant moment for LGBTI rights in the region. In …
Nordic embassies joined Bangkok Pride celebrations Read More
On Thursday 19 June 2025, NordCham Vietnam will host the Green Industries Summit 2025 at Sofitel Saigon Plaza, bringing together leaders from manufacturing, construction, and climate-tech to explore Vietnam’s transition …
NordCham Vietnam hosts Green Industries Summit 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City Read More
A delegation from the Danish Fish Tech Cluster has returned to the Philippines to continue work on a collaborative midwater trawl fishing project, aiming to improve the country’s food security …
Danish Fish Tech Cluster to help Philippines develop sustainable fishing Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore is bringing the Sankt Hans tradition to life again with a summer celebration on Friday 20 June 2025 at 6:00 PM. The evening includes …
Danes in Singapore invited to celebrate Sankt Hans with bonfire and barbecue Read More
H.E. Mr. Michael Starbæk Christensen, Denmark’s incoming ambassador to Mongolia, presented a copy of his credentials earlier this week to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, according to the …
Denmark’s ambassador-designate to Mongolia presents his credentials Read More
The Danes Worldwide golf tournament is back! In collaboration with Fredensborg Golf Club and Fredensborghusene, Danes Worldwide is reviving its prestigious golf event for current and former Danes living abroad. …
Danes Worldwide golf tournament returns to Denmark this August Read More
Maria Müller Uhrskov Pedersen has been appointed as the new Danes Worldwide representative in Thailand, taking over from Marianne, who returns to Denmark at the end of May. Maria moved …
New Danes Worldwide representative appointed in Thailand Read More
Thailand’s Revenue Department has announced a proposed tax exemption that will benefit expatriates and tax residents: foreign income remitted to Thailand within two years of being earned will not be …
Thailand to exempt foreign income remitted within two years Read More
Novo Nordisk Thailand has signed an MoU with HSRI – and the Health Systems Research Institute – to strengthen Thailand’s clinical research infrastructure and foster healthcare innovation. The agreement, witnessed …
Novo Nordisk and HSRI partner to raise Thailand’s clinical research standards Read More
The 59 year old Dane, Brian Dilling Pedersen, who was feared a victim of a crime after he lost contact with his family and his Facebook page was deleted, was …
Missing Dane found – happy as can be Read More
A Danish man, 59-year-old Brian Dilling Pedersen, has gone missing in southern Thailand under increasingly worrying circumstances. His son, Steven Risager Madsen, fears that his father may have become the …
Danish man feared victim of extortion gang in southern Thailand Read More
Thammasat University Hospital and Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Ltd. have launched a new collaboration titled “Partnership Project for the Transition into the Fourth Decade of Thammasat University Hospital: Beat Obesity, …
Thammasat University Hospital and Novo Nordisk Thailand join forces to fight obesity and diabetes Read More
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Growth Markets Fund II, has signed an agreement with ACEN, the listed energy platform of the Ayala Group, to sell a 25% minority stake …
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners and ACEN join forces on offshore wind project in the Philippines Read More
NordCham Philippines has welcomed Axel Fries as its new Executive Director. A Swedish-Filipino with a professional background spanning Sweden, the United States, and now the Philippines, Fries brings a dynamic …
New Executive Director at NordCham Philippines Read More
Tom moved from Prachinburi in Thailand to Denmark when he was 12 years old. His mother had married a Danish man and, after two years of living in Denmark, she …
Fast Lane to Old Furniture Read More
Jakob Jensen, the 41-year-old Danish citizen who has been missing in Thailand since March 2025, has been confirmed dead. The confirmation follows weeks of investigation after Jakob’s family, with support …
Missing Dane found dead in Bangkok Read More
Anna Lin Yip has concluded her tenure as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC), marking the end of a transformative chapter for the organisation. After …
Anna Lin Yip steps down as Secretary General of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China Read More
On Sunday 25 May 2025, Scandinavian residents and visitors in Pattaya came together for a special worship service at the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Jomtien. The service featured a sermon …
Scandinavians gather for Nordic service at Norwegian Church in Pattaya Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore hosted the Royal Side Run on Sunday 25 May 2025, bringing together members of the Danish community for a day of exercise, togetherness and …
Royal Side Run gathers Danish community in Singapore Read More
At ITB Asia (travel trade show) in Singapore Peter Stenberg represents his Kota Kinabalu-based Rustic Travel. As a buyer, he there meets with various hospitality groups and local tour operators, …
Destination management specialist Peter Stenberg thrives and expands within the world of travel Read More
During his recent high-level visit to China, Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs Lars Løkke Rasmussen visited Danfoss’ factory in Tianjin to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and …
Danish foreign minister visits Danfoss factory in Tianjin during China trip Read More
The Danish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, together with the Danish Seaman’s Church, is inviting members and friends to join the annual Sankt Hans Junk Trip on Saturday 21 …
Danish Chamber in Hong Kong goes on Sankt Hans Junk Trip Read More
A delegation of Philippine national and local government officials has completed a week-long study visit to Sweden and Denmark, aiming to advance the country’s circular economy agenda. The visit was …
Philippine delegation explores Nordic circular economy innovations in Sweden and Denmark Read More
The Philippines are about to offer a new digital nomad visa that will open the door for foreign remote workers to legally live and work in the country for up …
Philippines Launches Digital Nomad Visa: New Opportunities for Remote Workers Seeking Long-Term Tropical Living Read More
Indonesia and Denmark have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in offshore wind development, aiming to support Indonesia’s transition to renewable energy and advance marine spatial planning efforts. The discussions …
Indonesia and Denmark explore offshore wind cooperation for blue economy goals Read More
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen is set to visit China from Saturday 17 May for high-level talks, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Denmark and China. According …
Danish foreign minister visits China amid Taiwan tensions Read More
Danish business leader Simon Lichtenberg has expressed renewed confidence in the Chinese market on behalf of the Danish business community, in a letter addressed to Chinese President Xi Jinping — …
Danish business leader reaffirms confidence in China in letter to President Xi Read More
Danish citizens in Thailand will have an opportunity to meet Ambassador Danny Annan in person during a series of community outreach events hosted by the Embassy of Denmark in June. …
Danish Embassy brings outreach events to Khon Kaen, Hua Hin and Pattaya in June Read More
On May 12, 2025, Denmark officially took over the rotating chairmanship of the Arctic Council from Norway. In a historic move, Greenland’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Vivian Motzfeldt, was appointed as …
Denmark Assumes Arctic Council Chairmanship Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions Read More
Denmark reaffirmed its support for the Philippines’ ambition to become a global leader in shipbuilding during a virtual seminar co-hosted with the Philippine government on revitalizing the country’s maritime industry. …
Denmark supports Philippines in revitalizing shipbuilding industry Read More
Visitors to the METALTECH & AUTOMEX trade show in Kuala Lumpur this Saturday 17 May will have a chance to meet Danish badminton legend Viktor Axelsen. Monitor ERP Asia’s CEO …
Meet Danish Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen at METALTECH in Malaysia Read More
Sunday 11 May marked the first service led by Hans Krab Koed, who is serving as interim pastor at the Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong during May and June. …
New interim Danish pastor leads first service in Hong Kong Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) is inviting members of the Thai-Swedish community to celebrate Swedish National Day and Midsummer Lunch on Saturday 7 June 2025, at The Westin Grande …
SweCham to host Swedish National Day and Midsummer Lunch in Bangkok Read More
Denmark and China are celebrating 75 years of diplomatic ties in May 2025, marking a relationship that officially began on 11 May 1950 but stretches back nearly 350 years to …
Denmark and China mark 75 years of diplomatic relations Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy and Novo Nordisk co-hosted the first Danish-Thai Obesity Policy Forum to address Thailand’s rising obesity crisis, which affects over 40% of the population and could cost …
Novo Nordisk and Danish Embassy lead obesity forum in Thailand Read More
Thai energy group BANPU has partnered with Denmark’s Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) to launch a joint venture focused on carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) in the United States, starting …
BANPU and Denmark’s CIP launch $500 million carbon capture venture in the U.S. Read More
Former Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen will visit Denmark from 13 to 14 May to participate in the Copenhagen Democracy Summit—an appearance expected to lead to strong reactions from China. Tsai’s …
Former Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen to visit Denmark for democracy summit Read More