Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Amid the chaotic hustle and bustle of Bangkok’s airport, Rebecca Schou and Liva Friis Agergaard embark on a cultural exploration in Thailand. They find themselves standing in a sea of …
Danish Students Search for Love and Culture in Bangkok Read More
Nordic countries and multiple Asian countries have signed a letter of support for UN chief António Guterres after Israel’s persona non grata declaration, effectively barring him from acting as a …
Nordic and Asian countries defend UN chief after diplomatic ban Read More
Denmark is bolstering Indonesia’s efforts to tackle food loss and waste, a significant issue impacting the Southeast Asian nation’s food security and economy. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration recently …
Denmark supports Indonesia’s fight against food loss and waste Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar has expressed deep condolences for the death of Zaw Myint Maung. He served as the Vice Chairman of the National League for Democracy (NLD) …
Danish Embassy mourns loss of Dr. Zaw Myint Maung Read More
On the occasion of the European and World Day Against the Death Penalty, both the Embassy of Finland in Beijing and the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar reaffirmed their firm …
Danish and Finnish Embassies oppose death penalty Read More
Nordic airlines are cutting flights to China, with SAS, the Scandinavian carrier, suspending its Copenhagen-Shanghai route from November 7 due to poor market conditions, BNN Bloomberg reports. This decision comes …
Nordic Airlines cut flights to China amid market challenges Read More
Cyan Renewables and Blue Water shipping enter new partnership to find new solutions for the offshore wind sector in the Asia Pacific. Singapore-based Cyan Renewables, focused on offshore wind vessels, …
Cyan Renewables and Blue Water shipping enter new partnership Read More
Norway’s highest court has declared the Norwegian chapter of the notorious motorcycle club Satudarah a criminal organization, banning its operations in the country according to Euronews. Established in the Netherlands …
Norway bans Satudarah motorcycle club with Indonesian origins Read More
Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, has expressed concern that the conflict in the Middle East could negatively affect tourism in Indonesia. Speaking at a press conference …
Indonesian Minister worried about tourism Read More
Nordic green is the theme, when Nordic embassies host “Getting to Green” in Ho Chi Minh City on October 22. The Nordic embassies in Vietnam are set to host “Getting …
Nordic embassies to host “Getting to Green” at Green Economy Forum in Vietnam Read More
The Mental Health Film Festival Singapore (MHFFS) is set to showcase six impactful films from various countries, including contributions from Denmark and Finland, during its fifth edition. The festival will …
Singapore youth drive Mental Health Film Festival Read More
The Danish pastor in Thailand invites the community to his initiation service, scheduled for next Wednesday at 6 PM. The ceremony will feature Overseas Provost Selma Ravn from the Danish …
Danish pastor in Bangkok invites community to initiation service Read More
The Jakarta Metro Police recently arrested two individuals in a significant drug trafficking operation connected to Denmark. The suspects, identified as AP, 36, and FK, 29, were apprehended with 10,100 …
Jakarta police arrest two drug dealers with drugs from Denmark Read More
Nordic Run in Bangkok returns on November 16 this year, following a successful debut in 2023 that drew over 500 participants to Benchakitti Park. The race will begin at 7 …
Nordic Run Bangkok is back Read More
Politicians, decision makers, experts and global Danes gathered on 28 August 2024 at Christiansborg, the home of the Danish Parliament, to discuss the many issues that global Danes experience in …
Danes Worldwide shortlist needed changes Read More
As Indonesia strides toward its ambitious energy transition, the country encounters significant challenges while awaiting promised financial support from developed nations. Recently, the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) allocated a …
Indonesia awaiting financial support from western countries, including Norway and Denmark Read More
A 40-year-old Danish man, believed to be confused and delirious, caused a disturbance at Chulalongkorn Hospital in Bangkok on October 7, 2024. Around 4:45 AM, the man grabbed a scalpel …
Danish man injures himself in hospital Read More
Danish actor Dick Kaysø is preparing for a six-month stay in Karon, Phuket, where he will be writing on upcoming projects. The actor also plans to build an extension to …
Danish actor Dick Kaysø heads to Thailand for six-month stay Read More
Heifer number TS 660012 is one of eight young cows at the Thai Danish Dairy Farm in Muak Lek that have had an embryo of a Red Danish Milking cow …
Am I pregnant? Read More
A Danish-Filipino art collaboration is taking over Philippine public spaces. The collaborative project invites public participation, merging art with the urban and natural landscapes of the Philippines. In Situ, Performance …
Danish-Filipino art collaboration takes over Philippine public spaces Read More
Planning a family trip soon? The Danish Embassy in Kuala Lumpur has shared crucial information from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Citizen Service that all parents should read. Imagine arriving …
Danish Embassy shares important advisory when traveling with minors Read More
Shein’s upcoming investor meetings Shein, the online fashion retailer founded in China, is set to hold informal investor meetings in Europe as it prepares for its anticipated initial public offering …
Shein plans London IPO, raising concerns in Scandinavia Read More
The Nordic Business Awards 2024, hosted by the Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (NordCham), highlighted the achievements of Nordic businesses in the country. The event took place on September …
Nordic Business Awards 2024 celebrate excellence in Vietnam Read More
Danish entrepreneur Kia Holm Reimer, the founder of Expat Advising, recently shared her insights on a podcast featured by Channel NewsAsia. Her consultancy is dedicated to assisting expatriates in adapting …
Danish entrepreneur shares expat insights on Channel NewsAsia podcast Read More
Katrin is the new Consul and Head of Administration at the Danish Embassy in Singapore. “With extensive experience from previous roles in Danish missions in Cairo, La Paz, Ljubljana, Kabul, …
Danish embassy in Singapore welcomes new Consul Read More
Carlsberg and Grab Cambodia have partnered to promote responsible drinking in Cambodia. The collaboration, announced on September 27, is part of Carlsberg’s #CelebrateResponsibly campaign. The year-long initiative aims to reduce …
Carlsberg and Grab Cambodia partner up to promote responsible drinking Read More
Hafnia Limited, a Danish leader in tanker operations, has officially moved its corporate base from Bermuda to Singapore. This strategic relocation aims to enhance the company’s operational efficiency in Asia. …
Danish company Hafnia successfully relocates to Singapore Read More
Danish International Adoption (DIA) is closing after months of criticism, the agency announced in a letter to the Minister for Social Affairs and Housing, Anne Sophie Hæstorp Andersen. The closure …
Denmark’s only adoption agency closes for good Read More
The EU and China will keep negotiating after the vote on tariffs for China-made electric vehicles, according to Euractiv. The vote on October 4, delayed from September 25, should give …
EU-China talks to continue after electric vehicle tariff vote Read More
Last week, we reported that Saxo Bank closed its office in Hong Kong, but were unable to obtain a statement. Yesterday, Saxo Bank A/S, the Denmark-based trading platform, officially announced …
Saxo Bank explains Hong Kong closure Read More
Denmark has achieved visa-free travel to China, a development announced by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This decision follows Norway’s recent arrangement for similar access, marking a new chapter in …
Denmark Gains Visa-Free Travel to China Read More
The popular Danish band ‘Michael Learns to Rock’ is performing in Bangkok November 8 2024. Their tour “Take Us To Your Heart” brings the band back to Bangkok, offering fans …
Michael Learns to Rock is coming to Bangkok Read More
Thailand’s Foreign Ministry announced a postponement in the launch of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, originally scheduled for December 2024. This delay does not change the visa-exempt status for …
Thailand postpones ETA launch Read More
Over 200 members of Thai-Nordic Association partied the night away on Saturday 28 September 2024. The long awaited party of the year rolled off without a hitch thanks to meticulous …
Great Crayfish Party in Bangkok Read More
Wooden sculptures, vibrant colors, and bold contrasts greet visitors at AP Space 86 in Bangkok, where Danish artist Peter Ringgaard’s exhibition “Without Boundary” is showcased until October 28. A faceless …
Live “Without Boundary” and experience Peter Ringgaard’s exhibition in Bangkok Read More
I went to visit them all: Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Romania, Belgium—and the list goes on. It was a European tour that most people dream about, yet I was …
Exploring Europe in an hour in Bangkok Read More
Two Thai-Danish sisters Anika Jagota (16) and Annetta Jagota (14) recently founded an outreach project, which they have named the Rock Bottom Project. Their mission is to empower deaf individuals …
Two sisters founded project to empower deaf people in Bangkok Read More
Norbreeze Group, a Singapore-based company, has appointed Danish Stig Maasbøl as its new chairman, effective August 2024. Maasbøl brings over 30 years of leadership experience, as he currently serves as …
Norbreeze Group appoints Stig Maasbøl as new chairman Read More
The Danish government’s controversial proposal to allow the import of medication from several Asian countries, such as Thailand, India, and China, has stirred a significant debate that reaches beyond Danish …
Danish government considers medication imports from Asia, including Thailand and China Read More
Danish Ambassador supports Philippines Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael Mellbin, warned of rising global instability, highlighting concerns over nations seeking to reshape the international order for their national interests. …
Danish Ambassador supports Philippines amid global tensions Read More
Yesterday hundreds of Vietnamese students gathered at Nguyen Sieu School in Hanoi to mark the launch of the “Denmark in Your Eyes 2024” painting contest, which has been taking place …
Green initiatives is the theme for this year’s “Denmark in your eyes” painting contest Read More
Danish PM: Hold China accountable for aiding Russia Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for China to be held responsible for supporting Russia in its ongoing war against Ukraine. …
Danish PM: Hold China accountable for aiding Russia Read More
On September 23, the Nordics for Climate Action and Shanghai Climate Week announced a series of sustainability events aimed at engaging the public in climate innovation. The events will run …
Nordic sustainability events launched in Shanghai Read More
Denmark-based Saxo Bank, headquartered in Copenhagen, announced plans to close its offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai. It will also scale back operations in Tokyo, according to Nikkei Asia. The …
Saxo Bank close Hong Kong and China offices Read More
Visit to Denmark Last week, Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyễn Minh Hằng visited Denmark, bringing an invitation from Vietnam’s Prime Minister for Danish participation in the P4G Summit in Hanoi, …
Denmark and Vietnam boost P4G role for global climate action Read More
The European Union is being called upon by a coalition of environmental and human rights groups to classify Sarawak, Malaysia, as “high risk” under its new anti-deforestation law. Organizations like …
EU urged to address Indigenous rights violations in Sarawak under new anti-deforestation law Read More
Starting December 1, 2024, Thailand will require citizens from 93 visa-free countries, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before their visit. This comes …
Thailand makes ETA mandatory for 93 visa-free nations, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden Read More
Danish King Frederik X expressed his hope for strengthened ties between Denmark and China during a ceremony on September 19, 2024, where newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador Wang Xuefeng presented his credentials. …
Danish king hopes for growing friendship with China Read More
In the heart of Bangkok, the new Danish pastor is ready to step into an important role for the Danish community in Thailand. Nicolaj Stubbe Hørlyck and his wife, Anna, …
Meet Bangkok’s new Danish pastor with a one-way ticket! Read More
Jens Kjær Larsen, known as MC Zipp from the rap group Cut’n’Move, has shifted gears from a turbulent chapter at Danmarks Radio (DR) to a passionate role in wildlife conservation. …
Danish rapper finds new path in Borneo wildlife conservation Read More