Tragedy Made Her a Stronger Person
Darunida Kristin Madsen is less than 150 cm tall, has long, black hair and narrow eyes. She looks like most Asians. Sitting in the hotels chair where she works as …
Tragedy Made Her a Stronger Person Read MoreDancham Networking with Beer, Food and Birthday Cake
The Danish Chamber of Commerce in Thailand organized the networking evening on 17 August 2011 at the Four Points by Sheraton, Sukhumvit Soi 15. About 70 guests showed up. Søren …
Dancham Networking with Beer, Food and Birthday Cake Read MoreAsian and European Lessons for the Middle East?
By Shada Islam *).As the Arab spring turns into summer and autumn, European and Asian policymakers can share experiences with their Arab counterparts on the democratic transformation of former communist …
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Phraya Vasuthep: The Good Danish Soldier of Fortune
Major General Gustav Schau – known in Thailand as Phraya Vasuthep – started in 1897 building up the Royal Thai Provincial Gendarmerie – an elite military police force under Interior …
Phraya Vasuthep: The Good Danish Soldier of Fortune Read MoreDanish Support to Vietnamese Farmers
The Agricultural Development Denmark Asia (ADDA) Integrated Pest Management project is helping farmers become less dependent on pesticides. ADDA is working with 11,000 Vietnamese vegetable farmers, allowing them to select …
Danish Support to Vietnamese Farmers Read MoreSAS Most Punctual Airline
Scandinavian Airlines is the world’s most punctual airline. In July, 91.48% of all SAS flights arrived on time. For the past three years SAS has been Europe’s most punctual airline …
SAS Most Punctual Airline Read MoreFrom B2B to DBP
Since 8 August 2011, Danida’s B2B Environment Programme has been replaced by a new programme called Danida Business Partnerships (DBP), reflecting the new focus of Danish development assistance on Growth …
From B2B to DBP Read MoreDanish Technologi Set to Increase Fish Quality
A feasibility study on the possibility of establishing a Vietnamese Danish Aquaculture Technology Excellence Centre has received financial support from DANIDA’s Innovative Partnership for Development Programme. Few are aware of …
Danish Technologi Set to Increase Fish Quality Read MoreIt is About Social Responsibility
An agreement on Corporate Social Responsibility was signed between the Embassy of Denmark and the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs on 8 August 2011. On 8 August 2011, …
It is About Social Responsibility Read MoreDanish Recognition to Chinese Artist
Aarhus, the second largest city in Denmark, has chosen the sculpture Red Memory-Shy Boy by the famous Chinese artist Chen Wen Ling as the winner of exhibition Sculpture by the …
Danish Recognition to Chinese Artist Read MoreDanish Support to Diabetes Project in Rural Thailand
The Royal Danish Embassy has since November 2009, in collaboration with the Thai Ministry of Public Health and The World Diabetes Foundation enabled two mobile eye clinics to operate in …
Danish Support to Diabetes Project in Rural Thailand Read MoreCarlsberg Beer Girls Won Their Battle
ANGKOR Beer promoters, who had been striking against Cambrew for unpaid overtime and respect, have won their battle. Each will receive retroactive overtime pay totalling as much as US$320, following …
Carlsberg Beer Girls Won Their Battle Read MoreDenmark Supports Workplace Safety
Denmark has pledged US$10 million to help improve labour conditions in Vietnamese enterprises and create jobs during 2011-13 following an agreement signed with the Embassy of Denmark on Monday.The agreement …
Denmark Supports Workplace Safety Read MoreNew Green Issue of Focus Denmark
This Special Issue of Focus Denmark, Invest in Denmark’s magazine, focuses on the challenges of getting to a fossil free future – and the many companies and people who engage …
New Green Issue of Focus Denmark Read MoreNew Modern Restaurant in Beijing
The Royal Smushi House has opened a cafe, restaurant, bar, showrooms and a bakery in Sanlitun, Beijing. The Royal Smushi Cafe has given birth to a new phenomenon in China …
New Modern Restaurant in Beijing Read MoreBeer Girl Allies Target Carlsberg
Angkor beer promoters will meet again this afternoon with city officials mediating the dispute between them and their employer, as pressure mounts on Carlsberg to bring an equitable end to …
Beer Girl Allies Target Carlsberg Read MorePandora Opening Launch
Managing Director of Norbreeze Group, the distributor of Pandora in Singapore, Hong Kong and the Philippines, Anders Peter Juel Sauerberg, flew in from the Lion City to join in the …
Pandora Opening Launch Read MoreSanta Fe’s Expansion in Europe Completed
Santa Fe has now completed the acquisition of Interdean, Europe’s Leading Relocation Company following the due diligence since the agreement was announced on 27 April 2011. Headquartered in London, Interdean offers …
Santa Fe’s Expansion in Europe Completed Read MoreCambodia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam
Maersk, Others seek Asia-US Peak-season Surcharge
AP Moeller-Maersk A/S, owner of the world’s biggest container shipping line, and 14 other carriers will seek a peak-season surcharge two months later than previously scheduled amid weaker-than-expected demand. The …
Maersk, Others seek Asia-US Peak-season Surcharge Read MoreEmirates Launches Direct Dubai-Copenhagen Route
Airline company Emirates launched its first passenger service to Scandinavia on Monday by establishing direct flights between Copenhagen, capital of Denmark, and its home hub in Dubai. According to Emirates, …
Emirates Launches Direct Dubai-Copenhagen Route Read MoreAll Chamber Joint Sundowner
A joint Sundowner event, organised by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by DTAC, was held on 3 August 2011, at the Imperial Queen Park Hotel. Around 200 guests …
All Chamber Joint Sundowner Read More“Topless” Danish Cuisine
Central Chit Lom is currently hosting a Danish food promotion themed “Topless” Cuisine Danish – Style by The Admiral’s Pub, at The Food Loft on the mall’s seventh floor. The …
“Topless” Danish Cuisine Read MoreCarlsberg Beer Promoters On Strike in Cambodia
More than 30 beer promoters have been striking since Monday July 25, accusing Angkor brewer Cambrew of refusing to pay overtime despite a July 7 ruling by the Arbitration Council …
Carlsberg Beer Promoters On Strike in Cambodia Read MoreDanish Expat found Dead in Phuket
According to the online media, Phuket Wan, a Danish expat has been found dead in his home in Phuket. Police told the media that there are no sign of suspicious …
Danish Expat found Dead in Phuket Read MorePandora Shares Down by 65% in One Day
Pandora Jewelry Group must turn sharply down its growth expectations. Past promises of a growth in sales of at least 30 per cent is substituted by a zero growth rate.“Our …
Pandora Shares Down by 65% in One Day Read MoreDiscount to Overseas Students in Denmark and Finland
Vietnam Airlines is presently offering a 35 per cent discount on its flights to Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland, among other destinations i Europe for all Vietnamese overseas students. Vietnamese students studying …
Discount to Overseas Students in Denmark and Finland Read MoreOle Laursen in Asia’s biggest Mixed Martial Arts Event
Ole Laursen, a Danish-Filipino Muay Thai champion, will be headlining what is set to become Asia’s biggest MMA event, in ONE Fighting Championship 1 this September. The show will be …
Ole Laursen in Asia’s biggest Mixed Martial Arts Event Read MorePotential of Cultural Industries in Vietnam
The cultural industries in Vietnam have potential to develop rapidly both on a national, regional and international scale. In order to put focus on the matter, the Embassy of Denmark …
Potential of Cultural Industries in Vietnam Read MoreLego China Builds its Business Brick by Brick
For many people the brand Lego epitomizes imagination and creativity. It has twice been named Toy of the Century, by Fortune magazine and the British Association of Toys. In recent …
Lego China Builds its Business Brick by Brick Read MoreIKEA’s Going Green with Vestas
IKEA: It’s the largest home-furnishing chain in the world, and soon, it could be the first company of its kind to be powered solely on renewables.It’s IKEA, and it has …
IKEA’s Going Green with Vestas Read MoreVestas Upstaged by Sinovel
Vestas the Danish Wind Turbine provider which was upstaged by Sinovel as the biggest wind energy company in the world has just got a lifeline.Note Vestas has been facing tough …
Vestas Upstaged by Sinovel Read MoreTime for a Second Box Revolution: Maersk
Are we seeing a second container revolution taking shape? Eivind Kolding, the chief executive officer of the world’s biggest container shipping line, who was in Singapore recently, believes if it …
Time for a Second Box Revolution: Maersk Read MoreNew Design Innovation Center in Hong Kong
Innovation Center Denmark, Hongkong will be the fourth Danish innovation center. The existing centers are located in Silicon Valley (USA), Munich (Germany) and Shanghai (China). The innovation center in Hong …
New Design Innovation Center in Hong Kong Read MoreDanish Embassy Hosts Energy Management Session
Yesterday, Danish and Chinese companies shared experiences within energy efficiency and management contracting at a match making session at the Danish Embassy in Beijing. The Danish Embassy in Beijing and …
Danish Embassy Hosts Energy Management Session Read MoreDane’s Death in Phuket Accidental
According to the Phuket Gazette, the Danish man found dead at a Phuket hotel last Tuesday, July 19 2011, likely died as a result of diabetes and heavy drinking and …
Dane’s Death in Phuket Accidental Read MoreNew Official B2B E-Marketplace Website
The office of Commercial Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy is introducing new trade opportunities in Asia, Thailand official B2B E-Marketplace website: www.thaitrade.com, that makes it easy for importers and exporters to …
New Official B2B E-Marketplace Website Read MorePost Danmark Teamed up With China Post
Post Danmark has teamed up with its Chinese equivalent China Post for a comprehensive collaboration on knowledge sharing and stamp production, which will result in the publication of HC Andersen …
Post Danmark Teamed up With China Post Read MoreDanish Man Attacked and Robbed in East Pattaya
Three men accused of stealing two necklaces from a Danish National, were arrested by Banglamung Police on Thursday Afternoon. The incident occurred in Soi Nong Get Noi, East of Pattaya …
Danish Man Attacked and Robbed in East Pattaya Read MoreYMCA plans partnership with Danish SPF
The Young Men’s Christian Association of Singapore (YMCA) has plans to partner with Danish social organisation Specialist People Foundation (SPF) to match autistic workers with high-skilled jobs.At the sidelines of …
YMCA plans partnership with Danish SPF Read MoreLooking for Cargo Operations Officer for Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines is looking for an Operational Officer with experience in logistics from the aviation industry is for its department at the Kastrup Airport.The job scope will include being in …
Looking for Cargo Operations Officer for Singapore Airlines Read MoreDane in Muay Thai Match in Singapore
“Champion vs. Champion”, a Muay Thai kickboxing match between among others Danish Ole Laursen and Filipino Eduard Folayang, has been confirmed by the officials from Singapore. The fight will take place at the 12,000-seater Singapore …
Dane in Muay Thai Match in Singapore Read MoreThose With Autism Have Much to Offer: Danish Entrepreneur
A Dane who has been helping those with autism find jobs in his country, told a Singapore audience, today, there is much potential in such employees which can benefit companies. …
Those With Autism Have Much to Offer: Danish Entrepreneur Read MoreDanish Business Delegation To Vietnam
The Confederation of Danish Industry, The Danish Agriculture & Food Council and The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark are organizing the visit of a Danish business delegation to Vietnam …
Danish Business Delegation To Vietnam Read MoreDenmark, Sweden and EU Supporting Justice Sector Reform in Vietnam
ingThe Justice Initiative Facilitation Fund (JIFF) has approved funding of 4,046 million VND to ten new applicants. The Justice Initiative Facilitation Fund, which is part of the Justice Partnership Programme …
Denmark, Sweden and EU Supporting Justice Sector Reform in Vietnam Read MorePirate video: Danes, Filipinos Plead for Release
A maritime industry group posted videos Tuesday on YouTube showing two Danes and four Filipinos held hostage by Somalia pirates pleading for the Danish government and the ship’s owner to …
Pirate video: Danes, Filipinos Plead for Release Read MorePhuket Holiday: Dane Found Dead in Kamala
The Danish man’s body was discovered in the gardens beside a walkway at the hotel. The 62-year-old man was found dead in Print Kamala Resort garden near his Phuket hotel room this …
Phuket Holiday: Dane Found Dead in Kamala Read MoreUPDATED: Train Accident in Ratchaburi
UPDATED:According to the Bangkok Post forty-two passengers, 19 Thais and 23 foreigners, were wounded when an express train hit a 10-wheel truck loaded with rubber wood at a railway crossing …
UPDATED: Train Accident in Ratchaburi Read MoreSurvey Report on 12 Provinces of Vietnam
On 6 July, a workshop was organized at the Central Institute of Economic Management (CIEM) to launch a report on a 2010 rural household survey on 12 provinces of Vietnam. …
Survey Report on 12 Provinces of Vietnam Read MoreSoi Dog Blues Band Back in Business
The blues playing band, Soi Dog Blues Band, is back and ready to entertain their audience on Thursday July 21 at ”DET 5”, a world music bar & restaurant in …
Soi Dog Blues Band Back in Business Read MoreAdmiral’s Pub Soft Opening on 1 September in Hotel Mermaid
Admiral’s Pub and Restaurant moved a big step closer to re-opening in Bangkok when the owners of the restaurant group, Wanna and Bent Laasholdt on Friday 13 July 2011 signed …
Admiral’s Pub Soft Opening on 1 September in Hotel Mermaid Read More