Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Greenland has emerged as the focal point in rising geopolitical tensions between the United States, Europe, Russia and China. As Washington and NATO allies prepare for talks on Arctic security, …
Greenland at centre of Arctic tensions: China watches fallout Read More
Indonesia and Vietnam have confirmed that they will accept an invitation from United States President Donald Trump to join his newly established Board of Peace, a move that has sparked …
Indonesia, Vietnam accepts invitation to Trump’s Board of Peace – Nordic countries decline Read More
The Philippine Embassy in Denmark said it is monitoring recent developments involving Greenland. It said it is coordinating with Danish and Greenlandic authorities. The embassy said there is no cause …
Philippine Embassy in Denmark sees no cause for alarm for Filipinos in Greenland Read More
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said in Parliament on 20 January that Malaysia supports Denmark and the EU’s position on Greenland. During PM Question Time, Anwar said countries can negotiate, …
Malaysia backs Denmark and EU over US Greenland pressure, Anwar tells Parliament Read More
Danish Business Association of Singapore (DABS) will host a breakfast event in Singapore next month focusing on geopolitical and market risks expected to shape 2026. The event will feature Charu …
Saxo strategist to discuss geopolitical risks at Singapore event Read More
Two foreign tourists, one German and one Danish, were rescued after rough waves swept them into a narrow rock crevice off Vietnam’s south-central coast on 19 January 2026. Vietnamese police …
Danish tourist rescued after being trapped in rock crevice off Vietnam coast Read More
Thai authorities have rejected claims circulating online that foreign nationals will be limited to entering Thailand visa-free only twice a year. The warning was issued by Thailand’s Ministry of Digital …
Thai authorities deny rumours limiting visa-free entry for foreigners Read More
‘Zero’ as concept is very much on the agenda for Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director Pearl Lai and the entire nine-man strong corporate and sustainability communications team within Carlsberg Malaysia. …
20 years as communications expert with Carlsberg Malaysia, and new Dancham Chairperson: Pearl Lai Read More
Practical scam rules for all staff: Never believe it’s me (or any manager) if I ask for passwords, codes, or urgent payments. I do not ask for passwords, MFA codes, …
Security reminder: urgent requests are the biggest scam Read More
Denmark has received public backing from several Nordic and European allies after renewed US tariff threats linked to Washington’s long-standing interest in Greenland. In a joint statement issued on January …
Nordic and European allies back Denmark amid renewed US pressure over Greenland Read More
Several Southeast Asian countries have eased visa rules over the past year, helping drive a strong rebound in international tourism and making travel in the region simpler for foreign visitors. …
Visa-free entry expands across Southeast Asia Read More
A 67-year-old Danish woman was injured while hiking the Ton Sai–Bang Pae route in Phuket, Thaiger reports. Rescuers from Guardians of Life Medical & Rescue received a call on 16 …
Danish woman seriously injured in Phuket Read More
A nervous beginner’s honest take on Thai cooking, fiery chillies, bustling markets, and the small triumph of not burning dinner. I’m not exactly known for my cooking skills, so when …
I don’t cook – so I took a cooking class in Chiang Mai Read More
The Philippine passport has climbed six places in the latest global ranking but continues to lag far behind the Nordic countries in terms of travel freedom. According to the Henley …
Philippine passport improves in global ranking but still trails Nordic countries Read More
EU and EU member state ambassadors made a joint visit to Northern Mindanao from 14 to 16 January, in what the EU Delegation said was their first coordinated trip to …
Denmark, Sweden and Finland join EU trip to Northern Mindanao Read More
A Vietnamese edition of Những Bóng Ma Trở Lại (The Returning Ghosts) by Danish author Thomas Bo Pedersen has been published, placing him among a small group of Danish writers …
Danish author’s novel released in Vietnamese Read More
Danish business confidence in China improved slightly at the end of 2025, but the latest figures reveal a clear divide between large companies and small and medium-sized enterprises. According to …
Large Danish firms regain confidence in China, SMEs lag behind Read More
A Danish-Vietnamese research team supported by Copenhagen University has published a saola genome study in the journal Cell. The saola is often called the “Asian unicorn” because it is rarely …
Danish-Vietnamese study maps saola DNA and outlines rescue path Read More
Chinese officials have delivered “legal advice” to European countries, urging them to bar Taiwanese politicians from entry. Diplomats told the Guardian the messages warned against crossing China’s “red lines”. The …
China urges Norway, Finland and other European states to deny visas to Taiwan politicians Read More
A technical malfunction in Copenhagen Airport’s baggage handling system left around 60 checked bags behind on a TUI flight to Phuket. The airport said problems in its automated baggage sorting …
Copenhagen Airport baggage failure leaves TUI passengers without luggage on Phuket flight Read More
Thai immigration police said they raided a foreign-run poker den in central Pattaya, Chonburi, on 10 January 2026. Police said 10 people were arrested, including two Finns, two Danes, three …
Finns and Danes arrested during Pattaya immigration police raid on poker den Read More
Danish shipping company AP Moller – Maersk is exploring increased use of ethanol as a marine fuel, Reuters reports. CEO Vincent Clerc said China dominates supply of fuels such as …
Maersk explores more ethanol use as green fuel to reduce reliance on China Read More
A Hong Kong–focused film festival has taken place in Copenhagen, highlighting the city’s cinema scene and its role in international cultural exchange. The Copenhagen Hong Kong Focus Film Festival was …
Hong Kong film festival launches in Copenhagen Read More
Danes living in Thailand and their families are invited to a joint information meeting in Bangkok on Wednesday 5 February, focusing on key rules and issues affecting Danes abroad. The …
Joint information meeting for Danes in Thailand set for 5 February Read More
Norway’s ambassador to China, Vebjørn Dysvik, says travel between the two countries has surged since China introduced 30-day visa-free entry for Norwegian citizens. In an interview with China Daily, Dysvik …
Norwegian envoy says China visa-free entry has boosted travel and business ties Read More
A Danish-Indonesian research group says Indonesia needs updated grid code standards to integrate higher shares of renewable energy and support its solar expansion, according to a report published 7 January …
Danish-Indonesian study highlights need for upgrade in Indonesia’s solar energy Read More
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved Ayala Corp.’s sale of a 40% stake in its logistics arm, AC Logistics. The PCC said it cleared the transaction on 20 November …
Philippine regulator clears Ayala sale to AP Moller-linked buyer Read More
Thailand will introduce a new tourist entry fee for foreign visitors from February 2026. The fee will be set at 300 baht and will apply to foreign travellers arriving by …
Thailand to introduce 300-baht tourist entry fee in 2026 Read More
Danish dry bulk shipping and freight trading company Union Bulk has appointed Jens R. Boesen as its new chief executive officer, effective immediately. The company confirmed that former CEO Michael …
Danish shipping company Union Bulk appoints new CEO Read More
Swedish biopharma company BioArctic said its partner Eisai has filed a subcutaneous version of Leqembi in China. The application was accepted by China’s National Medical Products Administration. BioArctic said the …
Swedish BioArctic takes step towards at-home Alzheimer’s treatment in China Read More
Football for All in Vietnam (FFAV), a grassroots programme founded by the Football Association of Norway and the Vietnam Football Federation, previously covered by Scandasia, has announced the death of …
FFAV mourns Norwegian director Anders K.A. Krystad Read More
A dream vacation to a Thai island paradise quickly turned into a nightmare for a Swedish family, as a four-year-old Swedish boy was injured after walking into a closed glass …
Swedish boy, 4, receives 239 stitches after walking into glass door at Koh Lanta hotel Read More
The Danish Ambassador to Malaysia, Kirstine Vangkilde Berner, hosted the Danish national badminton team and their coaches at the residence ahead of this week’s Malaysia Open in Kuala Lumpur. The …
Danish badminton team welcomed at ambassador’s residence in Malaysia Read More
Vietnam welcomed its first international visitors of 2026 on New Year’s Day, as major destinations reported a busy start to the year following a record-breaking tourism performance in 2025. At …
Vietnam starts 2026 with strong tourism momentum Read More
Novo Nordisk said China’s Supreme People’s Court has upheld the validity of its semaglutide compound patent, according to a company statement issued on Saturday. China’s Supreme People’s Court thereby confirmed …
Novo Nordisk says China court upholds its semaglutide patent Read More
Governments in both the Nordic region and Asia reacted strongly after the United States in the early hours of 3 January 2026 carried out military strikes in Venezuela and announced …
Nordic and Asian governments urge restraint after US strikes on Venezuela Read More
Denmark’s prime minister has rejected renewed talk from the United States about acquiring Greenland, stressing that Denmark will stand firm on the status of the autonomous territory. In her New …
Denmark’s prime minister rejects renewed US talk of acquiring Greenland Read More
The Scandinavian Christmas Eve service returned to Christ Church in Bangkok in 2025, continuing a long-standing tradition that for years has brought together Nordic communities in the Thai capital on …
Scandinavian Christmas service draws full house at Christ Church in Bangkok Read More
The electricity consumed annually by ChatGPT to answer user prompts alone is now roughly equivalent to the total yearly electricity consumption of Iceland, or about half of Denmark’s annual electricity …
ChatGPT uses energy similar to half of Denmark’s annual electricity consumption Read More
Now they have driven 40.000 kilometers, bought 27 SIM cards, wasted 40 hours at border crossings and seen 8 cultural shows. But back in mid-April 2025, when the Danish couple …
From Frederiksberg to Bangkok: Inside the overland life of Anne Linde and David Powonzka Read More
Philippine rum producer Tanduay has signed a distribution partnership with Denmark-based Bastard Spirits. The companies said the deal supports Tanduay’s push deeper into Europe. Tanduay Brands International Inc. said Denmark …
Filipino rum debuts in Denmark Read More
Danish offshore wind installation firm Cadeler has launched its new Wind Ace vessel at COSCO Qidong in China. With the launch completed, Wind Ace will now enter final construction and …
Cadeler launches new Wind Ace offshore wind installation vessel in China Read More
Danish DJ and producer MORTEN is scheduled to perform in Bangkok at end-of-the-year event. He is listed on the White Party Bangkok programme. The 4-day event will run from 27 …
Danish Future Rave DJ MORTEN set for New Years Bangkok performance Read More
Vietnam Airlines launched its new direct route between Copenhagen and Ho Chi Minh City on Monday 16 December, marking the first-ever nonstop connection between Denmark and Vietnam’s largest city. The …
First direct flight from Copenhagen to Ho Chi Minh City takes off Read More
In July 2025, news of military clashes on the Thai-Cambodia border dominated headlines around the world. Ever since, the border crossings between the two countries have been closed, and tensions …
Holiday plans on hold: Nordic travelers navigate changing government guidance Read More
Sun Sun Lim received an honorary doctorate from the University of Copenhagen. The ceremony was held at Vor Frue Plads in Copenhagen. Lim is Professor of Communication and Technology at …
Singaporean professor Sun Sun Lim receives honorary doctorate from University of Copenhagen Read More
He started the career as an employee of Denmark’s largest company Maersk (A.P. Møller – Mærsk) and was sent to China; followed by working for the Danish energy efficiency expert …
A new lease of life: the third corporate adventure in Asia begins for Allan Jensen Read More
Denmark’s Foreign Ministry has updated its travel guidance for Thailand after an escalation in the Thailand–Cambodia border dispute. It now advises against all travel to a 50 km zone along …
Denmark updates Thailand travel advice amid worsening Cambodia border dispute Read More
Malaysia’s rapidly expanding semiconductor industry could lead to a sharp rise in electricity-related emissions unless manufacturers improve how energy and water are used, experts warned at a sustainability summit held …
Malaysia’s chip boom raises energy concerns Read More
A Denmark–China exchange seminar on neuropsychiatry was recently held in China, bringing together policymakers, medical experts and industry representatives to strengthen bilateral cooperation on mental health. The seminar was hosted …
Denmark–China seminar highlights cooperation on mental health Read More