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Young Professionals in Taiwan are invited to “Swedish Entrepreneurs Guide to Taiwan” interactive seminar on 23 Feb

February 3, 2021June 21, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Do you want to know what it’s like to go from entrepreneur to business owner in Taiwan? Young Professional in Taiwan invited to an interactive seminar on 23 February 2021. …

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EU and Vietnam exchange views on Extended Producer Responsibility

February 3, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The EU, Vietnam Government representatives, business organizations, academia, and relevant stakeholders met on 20 January 2021 in Ho Chi Minh City. The purpose of the meeting was to exchange views …

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FinnCham Hong Kong welcomes new Executive Director

February 2, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong on 1 February 2021 warmly welcomed their new Executive Director Ms. Elina Koski. The statement read: Ms. Elina Koski has lived in …

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Next Finnish Ambassador to China introduced by Consulate General in Shanghai

February 2, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 2 February 2021 the Consulate General of Finland announced the name of the next Ambassador to China, the statment read: Leena-Kaisa Mikkola has been appointed the next Ambassador of …

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Danish Ambassador in Myanmar: We are shocked

February 2, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Danish ambassador to Myanmar is shocked over the recent situation in the country and calls the coup a big step back after the country had embarked on a democratic path. …

China / Finland / General news / International relations

Finnish Kantele artist will perform at the annual Beijing Arts Festival online this year

February 2, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The annual Meet in Beijing Arts Festival is taking place online this year, from 8 January until 4 February . The festival showcases performers from 24 different countries, with Finland …

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Myanmar military coup: Nordic and Asian reactions

February 2, 2021February 2, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

As most of the world woke up to the news about the Myanmar military coup yesterday morning, reactions from state leaders and foreign ministers from around the world are slowly …

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Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce launched Online One-Stop Service

February 1, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

Thailand Ministry of Commerce (MOC) has launched an Online One-Stop Service, covering 85 services including new business registration, intellectual property, international and internal trade. With the new online service, clients …

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Myanmar’s military launches coup: Aung San Suu Kyi and state leaders arrested

February 1, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Myanmar’s military has seized power in a coup in the early hours on 1 February and placed Myanmar’s state counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s President Win Myint, and …

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The Nordics and Singapore amongst top 20 healthiest countries in the world

January 31, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

The Nordics and Singapore are ranked amongst the 20 healthiest countries to live in the world, according to a new report from Money.co.uk, a UK-based price comparison website. The report …

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Cruise Ships are back in service in Asia and the Nordics from February

January 31, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

According to Cruise Industry News, Cruise Ships will be back in service from February onwards. Nordic and Asian Cruise Ship lovers can now again enjoy the great value vacation that …

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Transparency International: Denmark is the least corrupt country in the world

January 31, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

According to the 2020 Corruption Perceptions Index recently released by Transparency International (TI), Denmark took the top spot with a score of 88 and is the least corrupt country in …

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International Diplomatic Missions continue to support democratic transition in Myanmar

January 31, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

On 29 January 2021 the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar released a statement on peace and democratic transition, as follow: Diplomatic organizations based in Myanmar Cooperative Announcement Of Myanmar We …

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Water-Waste-Food Virtual Market Entry Programme 2021 calls for applications

January 31, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

On 25 January 2021 the Nordic Innovation House Singapore announced a call for applications for ‘Water-Waste-Food Virtual Market Entry Programme – Singapore 2021’ as follow: Are you a Nordic tech …

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Foreigners in Asia targets of Covid-19 related racisms

January 31, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

When Covid-19 first spread from China, Asians became targets of racism in Scandinavia and the rest of the West. Now after the spread of the virus has changed in China, …

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Thailand working on new initiatives to attract Nordic tourists

January 31, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is staying active in overseas tourist markets with new initiatives to stimulate travel bookings. Thailand is with TAT’s offices in Scandinavia, Europe, and North America …

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Vote by Mail material for Finland’s municipal election available for Finns abroad

January 31, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

On 28 January 2021 The Finnish embassy in Hanoi announced: The municipal elections are approaching! Do you have a home county in Finland, but are you temporarily staying abroad during …

Finland / International relations / Myanmar / Services

Finns in Myanmar: Stay clear of possible demonstrations on 2 February

January 31, 2021January 31, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The embassy of Finland in Myanmar released a warning to Finns in Myanmar asking them to be aware of possible demonstrations following the new parliament meeting on 2 February. The …

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ASEF Funded Youth Leadership Programme open for applications

January 29, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

25 January 2021 – The Asia-Europe Foundation made the following announcement regarding the 4th ASEF Sustainable Young Leaders Development Summit Post Covid-19: The Asia-Europe Foundation – ASEF is currently having …

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UNESCO Asia Pacific office in Bangkok is looking for Finnish professionals

January 29, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s Asia Regional Office in Bangkok is looking for a new assistant expert and has made the following announcement: Are you interested in challenges …

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Finnish Viking Line launch new Chinese build cruise ship

January 29, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Viking Line, a Finnish shipping company launched on 26 January its new cruise ship built in China. The new Finnish Baltic cruise “Viking Glory” is build Built by China’s Xiamen …

Chinese-backed Finnish venture of world’s longest undersea rail tunnel back on agenda

January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

The Chinese-backed Finnish venture of building the world’s longest undersea rail tunnel from Helsinki to Tallinn was rejected by the Estonian government last year, but now talks are back on …

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China appealed to further cooperation on water resources management

January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

China and the European Union held their 8th High Level Dialogue Conference on water resources via video link in Beijing on Friday 22 January 2021, marking an important part of …

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FinnCham Hong Kong invites to a natural hike fun day on 6 February

January 27, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong invites to a natural hike on 6 February. The invitation says: Want to escape the city life for a day? Join us …

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Uighur rights campaigners in China plan to expose Airbnb in Norway and globally

January 27, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 2 Comments.

Uighur human rights fighters in China are in the process of launching a campaign in countries like Norway and Finland to expose and encourage Airbnb to withdraw its support for …

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Slush enterpreneur’s global community find ways to stay connected during Covid-19 era

January 25, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

We are in 2021 and the world is still facing a global pandemic of Covid-19. Slush, a Helsinki-based global entrepreneurship organisation, young companies and community, braving the new world by …

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Finnish Huhtamaki invests in new manufacturing unit in Malaysia

January 25, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Finnish Huhtamaki, a global food packaging specialist is investing EUR 10 million in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Malaysia, the company sates in a press release. The new site …

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Finnish-Malaysian Nooa Laine moves up the football tier in Finland

January 25, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 1 Comment

Half Malaysian on his father’s side, half Finnish on his mother’s side, 18-year-old Nooa Laine is expected to make his Finnish football top-tier debut this year with his move to …

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EuroCham discussed safety matter during a meeting with Cambodia Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training.

January 25, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 21 January 2021 the European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia participated in the 7th Project Advisory Board meeting on “Enhancing Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards in Construction Sector”. …

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Finland provides Vietnam with $ 100 million for public sector investment

January 25, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

After several rounds of negotiation, it’s been agreed that Finland will provide $ 100 million for public sector investment in Vietnam. Signed by Tran Xuan Ha, Deputy Minister of Finance, …

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Sweden faces potential Chinese retaliation over Huawei 5G ban

January 24, 2021January 24, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 2 Comments.

Gao Feng, a spokesman for the Chinese ministry of commerce said at a regular press conference that China will take all necessary measures in response to Sweden’s decision to ban …

China / Finland / International relations / Trading & Logistics / Transportation, maritime

Finnish Nurminen Logistics opens 3 new train routes between China to Finland

January 24, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

On 22 January 2021, Nurminen Logistics, a Finnish company providing cargo handling and railway transport services announced the opening of three new train routes from China to Europe. The company’s …

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Nokia and CMCC’s AI-powered radio access on live 5G network trial session was a success

January 24, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 21 January 2021 Nokia and China Mobile (CMCC) announced that they have successfully completed live trials of an AI-powered radio access network (RAN) over CMCC’s network. Utilizing CMCC’s 4G …

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EU investors proposed to invest 1 Billion dollar in logistic Center in Phu My, Vietnam

January 24, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Many major investors in Europe propose to pour about $ 1 billion to develop logistics center in Phu My (Ba Ria – Vung Tau). This is the effect from the …

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Comic competition on Gender Equality by EU in Hong Kong and Macao now open for applications

January 24, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The European Union in Hong Kong and Macao are inviting for participants in a Comic and Cartoon Competition on a topic of Gender Equality. : Participants must be between 18 …

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EV cars in Norway account for more than half of the entire auto market

January 22, 2021May 6, 2026 - by Mette Larsen - 3 Comments.

Clean transport transition is well underway and sales of plug-in electric cars have increased significantly in 2020 in the world’s two biggest markets, Europe and China. Europe is led by …

Finland / General news / Hong Kong / Textile

Marimekko Hong Kong release limited collection for Chinese New Year

January 21, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Marimekko Hong Kong released on 18 January 2021 the fashion company’s new Chinese New Year Limited Series and giveaway games on their Instagram account, as follow: The next month is …

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Latest global mental health statistic is a warning to workers abroad

January 21, 2021February 8, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

According to a YouGov survey released in December 2020, suffering from mental health problems including depression and anxiety differentiates according to the country of residence. This is something businesses with …

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Experts: WHO and China could have reacted to Covid-19 faster

January 19, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Both China and the World Health Organization (WHO) could have responded more quickly to prevent a disaster when the Covid-19 outbreak was in its initial stages. That is the conclusion …

Finland / International relations / Thailand / Working in Asia

Embassy of Finland in Bangkok is looking for Consular service assistant

January 19, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

Embassy of Finland in Bangkok announced on 14 January 2021 a job opportunity that said: Do you enjoy working with people and want be part of our high-performing immigration team? …

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EU and Cambodia discuss development priorities

January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Cambodia and the EU met virtually recently to consult on development priorities between Cambodia and The EU. Present at the meeting was Chhieng Yanara, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister …

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Norwegian Air drops flying to Thailand

January 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

Norwegian Air has announced that the airline will halt its long-haul business in an aim to survive the pandemic. The low-cost airline continues to struggle to survive the financial effects …

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Tan Son Nhat airport installed its first solar power system with Swedish-Finnish engineering

January 17, 2021September 5, 2023 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

The first rooftop solar power system at the Ho Chi Minh City-based Tan Son Nhat International Airport was inaugurated on 15 January, with an installed capacity of 1.1 MWp. This …

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Asia in container crisis as world’s demand for medical equipment increase

January 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - 2 Comments.

There is an unpredictable shortage of shipping containers in Asia and it has never been more expensive to transport a container of goods from Asia to other parts of the …

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Finns holiday bookings to Thailand are at a record high

January 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

One in four Finns plans to travel abroad as soon as Covid-19 restrictions allow it and next winter’s bookings to Thailand have already reached a record high. According to a …

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Finland’s Education and Training sector event goes online on 29-30 Jan

January 17, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

For students who are interested in studying overseas are invited to join the biggest event for the education and training sector in Finland – Educa – This year the event …

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Singapore Airline, SAS and Finnair among safest airlines in the world

January 17, 2021January 17, 2021 - by Mette Larsen - Leave a Comment

According to AirlinesRatings.com, an airline safety and review website, Singaporean Airlines, SAS, and Finnair are amongst the safest airlines to fly with in 2021. Singapore Airlines ranked 4th on the …

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Nordic Innovation House HK supports Asian Financial Forum 2021 Online

January 16, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 15 January 2021 the Nordic Innovation House-Hong Kong announced: The NIH-HK is supporting AFF2021 event as a community partner to kickstart this new year. Insurtech start-ups worldwide will bring …

Construction, infrastructure / Finland / Singapore

Singapore CapitaLand collab with KONE Corperation to establish R&D lab to create smart city solutions

January 16, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

The Smart Urban Co-Innovation Lab, led by Southeast Asian real estate group, CapitaLand, is collaborating with Finland’s KONE Corporation to foster innovation, creativity and deploy smart city solutions in Singapore. …

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Hongkou District Education Bureau discussed future collaboration with Finland

January 16, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 11 January 2021, Finnish Deputy Consul General Elina Rimppi met with the Deputy District Mayor of Hongkou District and Director of Hongkou District Education Bureau to discuss opportunities for …