Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Vietnam is currently celebrating Finnish literary culture with a special focus on the beloved Moomin characters, as part of Finnish Literature Week taking place in Hanoi from 11 to 20 …
Vietnam celebrates 80 years of Moomins during Finnish Literature Week Read More
On Monday 14 July 2025, Finland and the Philippines celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations, first established in 1955 — the same year Finland joined the United Nations. In an …
Finland and the Philippines mark 70 years of diplomatic relations Read More
Finnair will operate its flights according to the normal schedule as strikes announced for 16, 18, 21, 23, and 25 July have been cancelled. The settlement of a dispute between …
Finnair: No strikes – flights as usual Read More
US President Donald Trump issued on Saturday 12 July 2025 letters — posted on Truth Social and other channels — informing the European Union that a 30 percent tariff will be imposed on their …
Nordic leaders slam Trump’s new 30 percent EU tariff threat Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has announced that its annual Crayfish Party, co-hosted with SwedCham, will take place on Thursday 19 September 2025. The event promises an …
FinnCham and SwedCham to host annual Crayfish Party in Hong Kong Read More
The Finnish, Swedish and Danish chambers of commerce in Hong Kong are teaming up for a casual Nordic Summer Picnic on Wednesday 23 July 2025. The relaxed get-together will take …
Nordic chambers invite to summer picnic in Hong Kong Read More
Thailand has been ranked the safest holiday destination in the world, according to a new analysis by UK-based long-haul travel specialists Travelbag. The ranking is based on safety perceptions and …
Thailand ranked safest holiday destination in the world – Singapore leads in ASEAN Read More
Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister Hồ Đức Phớc met with Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, in Seville, Spain, on Monday 1 July 2024 to strengthen bilateral cooperation …
Finland and Vietnam meet in Spain to discuss cooperation Read More
Ambassador Kristiina Kuvaja-Xanthopoulos represented Finland at the Renewable Energy Asia (REA) Conference in Bangkok, where she addressed the Plenary Session on Finland’s path toward a carbon-free future. In her speech, …
Finland promotes digital innovation for carbon neutrality at Renewable Energy Asia 2025 Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association has officially opened registration for its annual Crayfish Party, which will take place on Saturday 20 September 2025 at The Landmark Ballroom in Bangkok. Known for …
Thai-Nordic Crayfish Party returns on 20 September with early bird rates now open Read More
Starting October 2025, the EU will roll out a new Entry/Exit System (EES) at all entry points to the EU which will replace the current manual passport stamping when travellers …
Europe rolls out new entry rules for Asian travellers Read More
A massive cross-border investigation led by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has uncovered a sprawling criminal network that used fraudulent Chinese imports to evade customs duties and VAT across …
Danish companies involved in €700 million Chinese import fraud across EU Read More
A Finnish man wanted in Norway for murder and large-scale drug trafficking has been arrested in Hua Hin, Thailand, following an undercover operation by Thai immigration police. The suspect, identified …
Finnish fugitive wanted for murder arrested in Hua Hin Read More
Thailand’s Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Russ Jalichandra, held bilateral talks with Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, during an official visit to Helsinki on Tuesday 17 June 2025. …
Finland welcomes Thai startup participation at Slush 2025 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 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
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is inviting members and friends to a joint Midsummer celebration with SwedCham on Friday 20 June 2025. This special edition of FinnCham’s …
FinnCham and SwedCham team up for Midsummer rooftop celebration in Hong Kong Read More
Taiwan and Finland concluded their eighth round of bilateral trade talks in Helsinki on Wednesday 5 June 2025, with both sides committing to expand cooperation across multiple sectors including circular …
Taiwan and Finland conclude trade talks in Helsinki 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
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
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
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
Work-based immigration to Finland fell by 23% in 2024, according to the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri), amid economic downturn and rising interest rates. Yet Southeast Asian nationals continued to play …
Southeast Asians remain key contributors to work-based immigrants to Finland Read More
Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will lead a trade and export promotion mission to Singapore and Malaysia from Sunday 19 to Thursday 23 May 2025. He …
Finnish trade delegation led by Minister Tavio to visit Singapore and Malaysia Read More
Finnish underground technology specialist Normet Group has announced that it will redeem a 30-million-euro hybrid bond originally issued on 19 May 2023. The redemption will take place on 19 June …
Normet announces bond redemption as operations continue across Southeast Asia Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Bangkok has published an informational video in Thai aimed at individuals interested in traveling to Finland for seasonal work, including wild berry picking. The video …
Finland shares video guide for Thai seasonal berry pickers and workers Read More
Ambassador of Finland to China, Mikko Kinnunen, met with senior officials in Guangdong province this week to discuss enhancing commercial cooperation and connectivity between Finland and southern China. In Guangzhou, …
Finland strengthens ties with southern China 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
China has expressed strong interest in increasing imports of high-quality goods and advanced technologies from Finland, highlighting a new chapter in trade cooperation between the two countries. During a meeting …
China to expand imports of high-quality Finnish products and technologies Read More
The trend, transforming the photos of regular and famous people alike into realistic dolls and action figures, started a couple of years ago but gained more attention in early 2025 …
21,600 posts on TikTok with AI generated images has used energy equivalent to 19 years Netflix streaming Read More
Finland’s Arctic Blue Beverages has once again made a splash on the global stage, taking home a Double Gold and four Silver medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits …
Arctic Blue Beverages wins Double Gold in San Francisco for fourth time Read More
Vietnam has formally protested recent territorial claims made by both China and the Philippines over Second Thomas Shoal, part of the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, according …
Vietnam protests Chinese and Philippine claims in disputed South China Sea reef Read More
Finnair has announced the appointment of Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Executive Board. She will begin working with the company on 15 …
Finnair appoints Pia Aaltonen-Forsell as new CFO Read More
The 34th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is currently underway in Singapore, running from 23 April to 24 May 2025. This annual event, organized by the European Union Delegation to …
European Film Festival in Singapore is in full swing! Read More
On May 1, 2025, at Lan Khon Mueang in front of the Bangkok City Hall, representatives from the Thai Migrant Workers’ Union, led by Mr. Phaisanti Jumangwa and Ms. Maliwan …
Berry Pickers submit petition to Labor Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn Read More
For Nordic residents in Thailand, May is a month filled with holidays, commemorations, and unique Thai cultural events. While only two official Thai public holidays fall in May (not counting …
Busy May for Nordic people in Thailand Read More
Mr. Pichet Chuamuangphan, First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of Thailand, led on 29 April 2025 a 19-member delegation to meet with Mr. Jussi Halla-aho, Speaker of the …
Thai Parliamentary Delegation Strengthens Ties with Finland Read More
The Royal Danish Embassy in Thailand has issued a reminder via Facebook that all Danish citizens entering Thailand from Wednesday 1 May 2025 must complete a new Thailand Digital Arrival …
Denmark’s embassy reminds Danes of new Thailand arrival card Read More
Finnish Ambassador Mikko Kinnunen has officially assumed his role as Finland’s Ambassador to Mongolia. On Monday 21 April 2025, he presented his Letter of Credentials to Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh …
Finnish ambassador presents credentials to president of Mongolia Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association held its 106th Annual General Meeting at The Royal Bangkok Sports Club on Wednesday, 23 April 2025. The meeting was chaired by former Chairman Leo Alexandersen, who …
TNA elects new Chairman and new members of the board Read More
Representatives of the Migrant Workers’ Union of Thailand — led by Coordinator and Educator Oranuch Pholpinyoh, Secretary Maliwan Athanu, and Treasurer Sailom Suwanta — held on March 27, 2025 a …
Berry pickers refute Labour Minister Suchart Chomklin’s claims: Over 4,000 affected, not just 30 Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has introduced two new interns, Marica and Anette, who recently joined the team. Marica, a marketing major from Hanken School of Economics …
FinnCham Hong Kong welcomes two Finnish interns Read More
As part of Shanghai Climate Week, the Nordic countries Denmark, Finland, and Norway are uniting to host “Nordics for Climate Action: Nordic Sustainability Day 2025” on April 23 at Studio …
Nordic Sustainability Day 2025 in Shanghai Read More
Nordic enterprises in Vietnam moved swiftly last week to assess potential fallout from new U.S. trade defense measures, culminating in a high-level business briefing in Ho Chi Minh City on …
NordCham Vietnam Held Emergency Meeting in Response to New U.S. Trade Measures Read More
Finnair’s summer 2025 schedule includes expanded service on several Asian routes, including daily flights to Tokyo and increased frequencies to Osaka, Nagoya, and Shanghai. The airline has announced plans for …
Finnair’s summer expansion to Asia clouded by pilot shortage Read More
Nordic countries have changed their travel advisories regarding traveling to the United States primarily because of concerns related to LGBTQ+ rights of transgender and non-binary travelers. These advisories have been …
LGBTQ – don’t travel to the USA Read More
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the European Union to join China in resisting what he termed “unilateral acts of bullying,” a clear reference to the escalating tariffs imposed …
Xi Jinping to EU: Let’s face “unilateral acts of bullying” together Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association has announced the date for its iconic annual Crayfish Party: Saturday 20 September 2025. As always, the event will be held in Bangkok and promises to be …
Crayfish Party 2025 set for Saturday 20 September in Bangkok Read More
Speaker of the Finnish Parliament, Mr. Jussi Halla-aho is currently visiting China at the invitation of Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress. The visit …
Finnish Speaker of Parliament visits China to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations Read More
There is still time to hit the trails before the heat sets in, and the Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is offering just the opportunity. On Sunday 27 …
FinnCham Hong Kong invites hikers to explore nature before summer heat Read More