Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Danish shipping company Uni-Tankers is strengthening its fleet with the addition of two energy-efficient product tankers—one of which has a direct link to Singapore. The 2008-built Selandia Swan, formerly known …
Denmark’s Uni-Tankers acquires energy-efficient vessel from Singapore company Read More
EuroCham Vietnam announced yesterday, 24 March 2025, its new 17-member executive board for the 2025 term. The Board included two representatives from the Nordic region: Ms. Rita Mokbel, president & …
Two Nordic representatives on the board of Eurocham Vietnam Read More
Following last year’s visit to Bangkok, the Danish Pig Strategic Business Alliance has continued its Southeast Asia outreach with a visit to the Philippines from 20 to 25 March 2025. …
Danish pig industry explores opportunities in Mindanao Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore is hosting a special farewell brunch on Sunday 13 April 2025 at 10:00 to say goodbye to Seamen’s Pastor Carl Bjarkam and assistant Maria-Louize …
Danish Church in Singapore invites community to farewell brunch Read More
The Consulates General of Finland, Norway, and Denmark in Shanghai teamed on Saturday 23 March up with Chinese sustainable brand HowBottle to host a youth seminar and upcycling workshop focused …
Nordic Consulates in Shanghai engage youth in circular economy through workshop Read More
Spring has arrived at the Danish Embassy in Beijing, where five new fruit trees have been planted in the embassy garden — three peach trees and two cherry trees. According …
Danish embassy in Beijing welcomes spring with fruit tree planting Read More
In a significant display of unity, the Nordic countries—Denmark, Finland, and Sweden—joined 25 other European nations in a joint statement at the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council, …
Nordic nations support UN Declaration on Human Rights in China Read More
Ambassadors from Sweden, Norway and Denmark were among a group of foreign diplomats who visited the refugee camp Bhasan Char island in southern Bangladesh, where more than 23,000 Rohingya refugees …
Nordic ambassadors visit Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh Read More
Ofiniti, a digital maritime solutions company spun out from Norwegian classification society DNV, has appointed Dane Oliver Brix Sparsø as its new Global Director of Sales and promoted fellow Dane …
Ofiniti links Copenhagen and Singapore in digital bunkering drive Read More
Singaporean a cappella group OFFKEYS will represent their country at the European Choir Games in Aarhus, Denmark, from 28 June to 6 July 2025. OFFKEYS, known for its inclusive mix …
Singapore’s OFFKEYS choir to perform at European Choir Games in Denmark Read More
A possible fake news about a promotional event offering fans a dinner with Miss Universe 2024, Victoria Kjær Theilvig, has stirred online backlash after being posted on Miss Universe Thailand’s …
Mysterious dinner offer with Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig allegedly sparks online criticism Read More
Ambassadors from four Nordic countries and experts participated in the annual dialogue between Vietnam and the Nordic nations, themed “Effective Leadership and Public Governance, Promoting Innovation and Digital Transformation: Nordic …
Nordic Countries share experience with Vietnam on innovation and digital transformation in public governance Read More
Singapore is the only Asian country to rank among the Nordics in the latest resilience index published by FM, a commercial property insurance and risk management company. The index evaluates …
Singapore only Asian country among Nordics in new resilience index Read More
A Danish consortium Danske Flådeskibe K/S is set to design and construct new Arctic patrol ships and future frigates for the Royal Danish Navy, with production centered in Esbjerg, Denmark. …
New Danish consortium with strong Singaporean ties will build new Artic patrol ships Read More
Denmark and Singapore have been identified as potential users of advanced commercial spyware in a new report by Citizen Lab, a research group based at the University of Toronto. The …
Denmark and Singapore named as likely users of Israeli spyware Graphite Read More
DABS Spring Party 2025 took place this Saturday, 15 March 2025 at Panamericana on Sentosa Island. “The DABS Spring Party 2025 was truly unforgettable!” writes DABS on its Facebook page. …
DABS Spring Party 2025 – a night to remember Read More
Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk joined forces with Thai authorities in a public-private initiative to promote healthier urban living. As part of World Obesity Day 2025, the company participated in …
Danish Novo Nordisk joins Bangkok’s efforts to combat obesity Read More
Bangkok has been ranked the tenth-best city in the world for rooftop views, according to a recent study by Heepsy. The study assessed cities based on skyscraper density, social media …
Bangkok ranks tenth globally for rooftop views Read More
Anders Fogh Rasmussen, former prime minister of Denmark, is set to speak at the 2025 Yushan Forum in Taiwan, according to Taipei Times. Rasmussen will be joined by former Slovenian …
Former Danish PM to speak at 2025 Yushan Forum in Taiwan Read More
For years, the 43 year old Chinese immigrant Yang Xu lived a life of luxury in Denmark, driving high-end cars, dining in fine restaurants, and operating a seemingly legitimate mink …
From Luxury to Prison: The Rise and Fall of Yang Xu in Denmark Read More
Denmark’s Centre for Cyber Security (CFCS) announced on 13 March 2025 that it has raised the cyber threat level for the telecommunications sector from medium to high. The decision follows …
Denmark raises cyber threat level for telecom sector, cites espionage risks from China Read More
Iceland is the best country to move to in 2025, followed by Switzerland, Luxembourg, Norway, and UAE. This ranking is according to the US-based financial services firm Remitly. Other countries …
Iceland, Norway, Denmark among best countries to move to Read More
The Danish Church in Thailand has announced its upcoming 2025 General Assembly, scheduled for Monday 31 March 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at its location on Soi Ruamrudee …
Danish Church in Thailand invites members to 2025 Annual General Assembly Read More
NordCham Vietnam has announced its Board of Directors for 2025 following the first board meeting, held simultaneously in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. The Leadership Team for 2025 is …
Nordcham Vietnam announces new Leadership Team 2025 Read More
Danish heavy metal band Artillery will bring their high-energy performance to Bangkok on Sunday 20 April 2025, marking a rare visit by a Danish metal act to Thailand. The concert …
Danish heavy metal band Artillery to perform in Bangkok Read More
The prestigious Nordic-Philippine Business Awards are fast approaching, and the window for nominations is closing soon. This annual event celebrates outstanding achievements in business excellence between Nordic countries and the …
Nordic-Philippine Business Awards: Last Call for Nominations! Read More
NordCham Indonesia will host its monthly NordCham Roundtable on Wednesday 19 March 2025, bringing together Nordic multinationals, SMEs, and professionals from embassies and trade promotion organizations in Indonesia. The event …
NordCham Indonesia invites for Roundtable in Jakarta Read More
EuroCham Myanmar, in collaboration with the European Union Delegation to Myanmar, will host an exclusive Breakfast Session for European Heads of Mission and Trade Attachés on Friday 21 March 2025. …
EuroCham Myanmar to host breakfast session for EU Heads of Mission Read More
Dr. Sunya Viravaidya, a pioneering figure in Thailand’s medical community and a beloved member of the Pattaya community, passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Dr. …
Former Swedish Consul in Pattaya passed away Read More
Danish footwear and leather brand ECCO has named Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna as the face of its Icons That Last campaign in Malaysia and Singapore for its Spring/Summer 2025 collection. The …
Danish ECCO partners with Malaysian music icon Yuna for campaign in Malaysia and Singapore Read More
Denmark has finalized an agreement to acquire the Norwegian-made Naval Strike Missile (NSM) in a deal worth Nkr2.1 billion ($193.28 million). With this acquisition, Denmark becomes the 14th nation to …
Denmark selects Norwegian Kongsberg missile system, selected also by Malaysia Read More
Nordics in Thailand are invited to celebrate the start of summer time with an evening of Nordic vibes and Thai hospitality at the Finnish-owned Paradise Beach Bar on Sukhumvit Soi …
Nordic summer time celebration at Paradise Beach Bar Read More
Bangkok’s cafe scene continues to evolve, embracing global influences that shape both ambiance and menu offerings. Recently, a new fascination with Danish aesthetics has emerged, with two cafes—Mansion in Copenh …
Danish design is trendy in Bangkok Read More
A new Danish welfare law that took effect on 1 January 2025 requires as of 1 July 2025 individuals who do not meet strict residency or employment criteria to take …
Immigrants to Denmark must work for social benefits – but Danes returning from abroad are hurt Read More
A.P. Moller Capital has agreed to acquire 40% of the Philippine logistics company AC Logistics (ACL) from Ayala Corporation. AP Moller Capital is a subsidiary of the Danish shipping and …
Ayala Corp. to sell 40 percent stake in logistics arm to Danish logistics giant Read More
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen expressed on 6 March 2025 openness to considering new defense strategies in light of changing global dynamics. Including French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to discuss how …
Denmark might allow deployment of nuclear weapons Read More
Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore invites all Danes in Singapore for a special church service on Sunday 16. March 2025, at 11:00, followed by a farewell reception for the Chairman …
Goodbye to Danish Church Chairman John Iversen Read More
A Dane and an Icelander were among 52 gamblers arrested when Thai police raided an illegal poker gambling den in Bangkok’s Bang Kapi district on Tuesday night. The operation, carried …
Dane and Icelander among 52 arrested in Bangkok gambling raid Read More
Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel Romualdez, has expressed confidence in the enduring strength of the defense alliance between the Philippines and the U.S.. His statements came a …
Philippines believe US is still committed to current security agreements Read More
Last week, the Sino-Nordic Seminar in Hangzhou brought together key stakeholders to discuss water and green transition initiatives, reinforcing the growing collaboration between the Nordic countries and China in tackling …
Sino-Nordic seminar in hangzhou highlights water and green transition collaboration Read More
The Nordic Centre at Fudan University hosted a welcome party last Friday to mark the beginning of the new semester, bringing together students from various backgrounds for an evening of …
Nordic Centre at Fudan University hosts welcome party for new semester Read More
EuroCham Vietnam engaged in high-level discussions with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Sunday 2 March 2025, addressing key trade and investment topics between Vietnam and the European Union. The …
Eurocham discusses trade and investment with Vietnam’s Prime Minister Read More
The Danish Parliament’s Foreign Policy Committee is visiting Vietnam from March 3 to 6 to engage in discussions with Vietnamese leaders on foreign and security policy, aiming to strengthen inter-parliamentary …
Danish Parliament’s Foreign Policy Committee visits Vietnam to bolster maritime cooperation Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in the Philippines recently hosted Andreas Nordseth, the Outgoing Director General of the Danish Maritime Authority, to strengthen maritime cooperation between Denmark and the Philippines. Andreas …
High-level visit strengthens maritime cooperation between Denmark and the Philippines Read More
The Danish Business Association Singapore (DABS) is gearing up for its highly anticipated Spring Party 2025, set to take place in just a few days. With an ocean-view venue, gourmet …
Danish Business Association Singapore hosts annual spring party Read More
Fastelavn is a very Danish thing. Danes are by nature very childish and fastelavn is a great childish event where parents dress up their children and themselves as pirates, fairies, …
Fastelavn in Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore Read More
Elizabeth Romhild is a woman of many talents and a heart full of warmth. Half Danish and half Armenian, she married to her Danish husband Peter, a proud mother of …
Elizabeth Romhild: The Vibrant Artist and her Colorful Journey Read More
On the night of February 28, 2025, at approximately 10:36 PM, a 22-year-old Danish national named Daniel was found with multiple stab wounds on Chalerm Phrakiet Road in Nongprue, Bang …
Danish man stabbed in Pattaya Read More Reigning Miss Universe, Victoria Kjær Theilvig, is the main attr5action in an exclusive Meet & Greet with Miss Universe event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 13, 2025, at MGI Hall, Bravo …
Danish Miss Universe in upcoming Meet & Greet event in Bangkok Read More
Denmark will be the President of the United Nations Security Council for one month starting from 1. March 2025. This presidency comes as part of Denmark’s two-year term as a …
Denmark becomees President of UN Security Council for one month Read More