Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Authorities are closely monitoring the movements of a mysterious Chinese vessel known as the “Yi Peng 3,” which may be connected to a suspected sabotage operation. This development follows the …
Chinese Vessel ‘Yi Peng 3’ linked to sabotage in Sweden and Finland Read More
The Embassy of Finland Jakarta has highlighted a compelling article by Ambassador Pekka Kaihilahti in The Jakarta Post, showcasing Finland’s successful school meal program. This initiative represents not just an …
Finnish Ambassador advocates school meal program as a model for cooperation with Indonesia Read More
Finnair marked 10 years of direct flights between Helsinki and Phuket, celebrating its inaugural journey on November 14, 2014. Initially launched as a three-times-weekly service, the route has grown in …
Finnair marks 10 years of Helsinki-Phuket flights Read More
The Nordic embassies in Thailand have joined forces once again, drawing 500 runners to Benchakitti Park for the second year in a row. At 7:00 AM this Saturday morning, Governor …
Sweat, smiles and sustainability at Bangkok’s Nordic Run 2024 Read More
The Nordic Ambassadors’ Forum, hosted by NordCham Philippines, was held on November 14 at BDO Valero Towers in Makati City. This year’s forum focused on fostering sustainable partnerships between the …
Nordic ambassadors’ forum in Manila explores sustainable partnerships with the Philippines Read More
The European Parliament’s recent decision has alarmed environmental advocates by delaying crucial action against products linked to deforestation. Lawmakers voted to postpone a key law designed to prevent the import …
EU Politicians vote to postpone anti-deforestation law Read More
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has raised concerns about Finland’s proposed changes to the Aliens Act, which would tighten family reunification rules, particularly impacting foreign workers and refugees. Starting November …
UNHCR raises concerns over Finnish family reunification proposal Read More
Bangkok’s popular light and digital-art festival, “Awakening Bangkok,” returns for its seventh year from November 8-17, lighting up the historic Phra Nakhon district under the theme “One Light, One Rising.” …
Bangkok’s “Awakening Bangkok” Festival returns with Marimekko digital-Art collaboration Read More
Peikko Group, a company that makes eco-friendly construction materials, just celebrated one year since opening its factory in Malaysia. This factory supports Malaysia’s green goals, which are part of a …
Peikko marks one year in Malaysia, driving green construction goals Read More
The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) reports a 5 percent decrease in work-based residence permit applications from January to September 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Specialist permit applications …
Finland faces decline in work-based immigration amid high unemployment Read More