Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The EU Delegation, EU Member States, and the embassies of Canada, Norway, and the UK in Vietnam condemn the 12-year prison sentence for Vietnamese blogger Duong Van Thai. On October …
EU and allies condemn harsh sentence for Vietnamese blogger Read More
The European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2024 invites Filipino students to explore study opportunities in Europe. Taking place on November 22-23 at Robinsons Galleria Ortigas in Manila, the event offers …
Explore study opportunities at European Higher Education Fair 2024 Read More
A recent survey from Thai Examiner reveals that 55% of foreign expatriates in Thailand plan to leave in 2024 due to new tax liabilities. Many hesitate to file tax returns …
Majority of foreign expats consider leaving Thailand amid tax changes Read More
The European Commission has initiated an investigation into the Chinese online retailer Temu, focusing on whether the platform complies with EU laws regarding the sale of illegal products. This probe …
EU investigates Temu for compliance with product regulations Read More
Exciting news emerged during the launch of “The World’s Great Celebration” campaign by Central Pattana: the original Santa Claus from Rovaniemi, Finland, will visit Thailand at the end of November …
The real Santa Claus is coming to Thailand! Read More
Mr. Pichet Photphakdi, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, led a significant meeting focused on educational collaboration between Thailand and Finland. The meeting took place with representatives from …
Thailand and Finland discuss educational collaboration for future growth Read More
Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrived in China on Monday for a four-day state visit. His goal is to strengthen relations between Finland and China amid global security concerns. Invited by …
Finnish president Stubb strengthens ties during China visit Read More
The new tariffs aim to ensure a fairer and more competitive market. The European Commission formally decided on Tuesday to increase tariffs on electric vehicles produced in China to up …
New EV tariffs in effect Wednesday Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila has raised concerns about the safety of environmental defenders in the Philippines. On their Facebook page, they shared a statement that coincides with a …
Norwegian Embassy is concerned for environmental defenders in the Philippines Read More
Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, led a Finnish business delegation to the Philippines from October 24-25. Companies like Wärtsilä Corp., KONE, and Ramboll Finland Oy joined …
Finnish delegation explores business opportunities in Philippines Read More
A criminal trial concerning aggravated human trafficking in berry picking resumed in Lapland District Court on Tuesday. The case involves leaders of a berry-picking company accused of exploiting workers. One …
Berry picker testifies as human trafficking trial resumes in Lapland Read More
With over 30 booths, students can connect directly with Cambodian alumni. The “Study in Europe Fair 2024” is underway at Factory Phnom Penh, welcoming over 1,500 attendees eager to explore …
EU study fair offers educational opportunities to Cambodian youth Read More
Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Ville Tavio, led a delegation to Vietnam from 21 to 23 October to strengthen bilateral trade and promote Finnish expertise in key sectors …
Finland strengthens trade ties with Vietnam and promotes sustainable development Read More
The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has called on Finnish leaders to take a strong stand against the genocide of Uyghurs during their upcoming visit to China from October 28 to …
World Uyghur Congress urges Finland to address Uyghur genocide during China visit Read More
Bùi Thanh Sơn, Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed Vietnam-EU trade relations with Margaritis Schinas, Vice-President of the European Commission, on October 21, 2024. The meeting …
Deputy PM of Vietnam Meets EU Vice-President and Finnish Minister of Foreign Trade Read More
Cambodia backs Thailand’s new visa plan to boost regional tourism, according to the Bangkok Post. Cambodia has officially backed Thailand’s initiative for a six-country single visa plan, known as “6 …
Cambodia backs Thailand’s new visa plan to boost regional tourism Read More
A significant day for diplomatic relations unfolded on October 21, 2024, as three Nordic ambassadors officially presented their Letters of Credence to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, …
Nordic Ambassadors present credentials to the King of Malaysia Read More
If you can’t attend in person, there is still a chance to participate! Join the livestream for “Nordic Day: Getting to Green” today, on October 22, 2024. The event will …
Join the Nordic Day Livestream today Read More
Vietnamese students are exploring study opportunities at the European Education Week 2024 in Hanoi, running from October 20-26. The event, organized by the EU Delegation and embassies, features nearly 60 …
Vietnamese students explore study opportunities at European Education Week in Hanoi Read More
Helsinki takes the top spot for the first time, surpassing long-time leader Gothenburg, which drops to second place in this year’s Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index). The 2024 GDS-Index reveals …
Helsinki tops global sustainability rankings, Singapore and Nordic destinations lead Read More
Norway and Finland are key participants at this year’s Eco Expo Asia, held from October 30 to November 2 at Hong Kong’s AsiaWorld-Expo. The event, featuring over 300 exhibitors from …
Norway and Finland showcase innovations at Eco Expo Asia 2024 Read More
Up to 200 European billionaires plan to visit Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh Province, northern Vietnam, in January 2025. They will arrive aboard superyachts to attend the Art For …
European billionaires to visit Ha Long Bay in January for Art For Climate Festival Read More
The Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce is set to host its Annual Finnish Independence Day Gala on November 29, 2024, at the Landmark Hotel in Bangkok. The event will take place …
Finnish Independence Day Gala November 29 Read More
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia have surged, making the country the second-largest destination for EU waste, despite the Malaysian government’s promise to stop this influx. In 2023, Malaysia received …
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia surge despite Government pledge Read More
Finnish company Wartsila is ready to assist Vietnam in its energy transition with innovative internal combustion engine (ICE) technology. According to Wartsila’s vice president, Frederic Carron, this flexible ICE system …
Finnish company Wartsila to support Vietnam’s green energy transition Read More
China and the Nordic countries have significantly strengthened their trade and economic cooperation in recent years. In the first eight months of 2024, trade between China and five Nordic nations—Finland, …
China and Nordic Countries expand trade cooperation Read More
Dansk Industri (DI), Denmark’s largest business organization and employers’ association, has emphasized the critical importance of avoiding a potential trade war between the EU and China. This follows the European …
Dansk Industri warns of trade war risk amid EU-China tariff dispute 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
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
Stricter family reunification rules in Finland are expected to hit foreign workers from several countries, including the Philippines and Vietnam. Critics argue for more flexible policies for workers in some …
Stricter family reunification rules hit foreign workers in Finland 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
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
Finland’s president, Alexander Stubb, will embark on a state visit to China from October 28 to October 31. During this visit, he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and …
Finland’s President Stubb will be meeting with Xi in China 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
On October 4, 2024, Charoen Pokphand Group (C.P. Group) hosted a collaborative discussion focused on C.P. Group sustainability initiatives. This meeting involved representatives from the Embassy of Finland in Thailand and …
VTT and C.P. Group discuss sustainability in Thailand 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
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
The Finnish Embassy in Thailand has extended its deepest condolences after a devastating school bus fire that claimed the lives of 23 people, including 20 students and three teachers. This …
Finnish Embassy offers condolences amid Thailand bus fire tragedy 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
Finnish investment firm PYN Elite is showing strong support for Vietnamese banks by dedicating half of its portfolio to them. This highlights PYN Elite’s confidence in the growth potential of …
Finnish investment firm PYN Elite bets big on Vietnamese Banks 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
Former Finnish Prime Minister Mari Kiviniemi warns of societal impacts stemming from the escalating China-EU trade tensions. Speaking at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s annual conference in Uzbekistan, Kiviniemi emphasized …
Former Finnish PM warns about dangers of China-EU trade tensions 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
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
Photo: Facebookpage of the Malaysian Embassy HelsinkiThe Malaysian Embassy in Helsinki, currently chairing the ASEAN Helsinki Committee for 2024, has taken steps to strengthen ties between Southeast Asia and Scandinavia. …
ASEAN and Finland forge new ties through Malaysian Embassy initiative 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
Finnish tech giant Nokia and Vietnam’s leading telecom provider Viettel have announced plans to jointly deploy 5G equipment across 22 provinces in Vietnam by the end of 2024. This marks …
Nokia and Viettel roll out 5G across Vietnam Read More