Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is launching a creative project called “Conversation Pieces”, bringing together three Swedish creatives to explore what Swedish values mean in an international …
Swedish Chamber in Hong Kong celebrates Swedish values through art Read More
The Independent Schools Show will be hosting three complimentary events across Asia this December, giving international families the opportunity to meet leading British independent and boarding schools and speak directly …
Independent Schools Show returns to Asia Read More
The Study in Sweden online fair will give students in Asia an opportunity to meet Swedish universities on 28 November. The free event offers information about degree programmes, applications and …
Study in Sweden: Universities invite students in Asia to online fair Read More
Hong Kong has suspended imports of poultry meat and products, including eggs, from Lolland Municipality in Denmark following an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza. The suspension took effect …
Hong Kong suspends poultry imports from Danish municipality after bird flu outbreak Read More
A.P. Møller Holding, the Danish investment company that owns A.P. Moller – Maersk, is expanding its presence in Asia as it looks to invest in promising startups across the region. …
A.P. Møller Holding expands Asian investment push Read More
Danish sculptor and artist Jens Galschiøt fears for the fate of his iconic “Pillar of Shame”. The monument has become entangled in a legal battle after being retained as evidence …
Danish sculptor fights for fate of ‘Pillar of Shame’ in Hong Kong Read More
Representatives from eight Swedish universities will meet prospective students at the Study in Sweden Open Day in Hong Kong on 13 October 2026. The participating institutions include Lund University and …
Eight Swedish universities to meet prospective students in Hong Kong Read More
The Danish sculptor Jens Galschiøt has written to a Hong Kong court, requesting the return of his sculpture commemorating China’s 1989 Tiananmen crackdown that was removed from Hong Kong University …
Danish sculptor requests the return of his monument in Hong Kong Read More
Timo Kantola has concluded his term as Finland’s Consul General in Hong Kong and Macao after four years in the position. Kantola took up the post in September 2022. Before …
Juha Niemi succeeds Timo Kantola as Finland’s Consul General in Hong Kong Read More
A Swedish film exploring freedom of expression, public demonstrations and the role of police in protecting democratic rights has been screened in Hong Kong as part of this year’s film …
Swedish documentary screened at Hong Kong film festival Read More
As part of our ongoing coverage of the topic of unequal access to pension supplements for Danish retirees living outside the EU, ScandAsia has on many occasions reached out to …
Political parties comment on Denmark’s pension discrimination Read More
The parents of Lily, the Hong Kong girl at the centre of the “Save Lily” case, have filed a formal complaint with the Norrköping District Court in Sweden, accusing authorities …
‘Save Lily’ parents accuse Sweden of illegally detaining daughter Read More
A Hong Kong couple has filed a complaint with the United Nations over Swedish authorities’ plans to permanently transfer the guardianship of their four-year-old daughter to a foster family. The …
Hong Kong couple files UN complaint over Swedish custody case Read More
Danish brewer Carlsberg and Japan’s Sapporo Breweries are expanding their partnership by forming a new joint venture across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, the Carlsberg Group announced on July 6. …
Japanese brewer invests US$643 million in Carlsberg-led joint venture Read More
A global creative showdown has crowned new winners in Cannes, and Nordic and Asian teams are once again making their mark. At the 2026 Cannes Lions Young Lions Competitions, young …
Nordic and Asian creatives shine at Cannes Young Lions 2026 Read More
A Hong Kong court has ordered that a baby boy remain under state protection for three years following concerns over child welfare. The ruling comes as the child’s family is …
Hong Kong court keeps baby under state protection for three years amid neglect concerns Read More
Norwegian chess star Magnus Carlsen endured the worst losing streak of his professional career at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships in Hong Kong. The world number one …
Magnus Carlsen suffers worst losing streak in more than two decades at Hong Kong championship Read More
Sweden’s parliament has passed a controversial law requiring certain public sector employees to notify police if they encounter migrants who are not authorised to live in the country. The legislation …
Sweden adopts law requiring some public workers to report undocumented migrants Read More
Hong Kong has suspended imports of poultry meat, poultry products and eggs from the Municipality of Helsingborg in southern Sweden following an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza. The …
Hong Kong suspends poultry imports from Swedish municipality after bird flu outbreak Read More
A Swedish court has rejected a legal challenge by a Hong Kong couple seeking to stop authorities from transferring guardianship of their four-year-old daughter to her foster family. The case …
Hong Kong parents lose latest court challenge in Sweden custody case Read More
Sweden has passed a new law allowing authorities to revoke residence permits from immigrants for conduct that does not necessarily constitute a criminal offence, Reuters reports. The legislation, approved by …
Sweden adopts ‘good behaviour’ law that could affect Southeast Asian immigrants Read More
The Danish community in Hong Kong will once again celebrate Sankt Hans at sea. The Danish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and the Danish Seamen’s Church are preparing for …
Danish community in Hong Kong invited on annual Sankt Hans Junk Trip Read More
A new regional partnership between Norway and ASEAN aims to reshape how Southeast Asia uses its oceans, with a focus on fishing, food production and long-term sustainability, Antara News reports. …
Norway launches major ocean partnership with ASEAN in Jakarta Read More
A Hong Kong couple involved in a long-running custody battle with Swedish authorities are facing a new challenge involving their newborn son. The couple, identified by the surnames Tsang and …
Hong Kong couple’s newborn faces document dispute as daughter remains in Swedish foster care Read More
Finnish conductor Tarmo Peltokoski has launched his inaugural season as music director of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra following a widely praised debut performance in Guangzhou. The 26-year-old conductor from …
Young Finnish-Filipino conductor launches Hong Kong Philharmonic season Read More
Hong Kong is looking to strengthen cooperation with Finland in life and health technology innovation. The initiative was highlighted during a forum in Helsinki on 13 May organised by Healthtech …
Hong Kong seeks Finnish healthtech partnerships Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong has received temporary help after Charlotte Capi Grunnet returned to Denmark. For the past six months, she has been on leave from her …
Relief at Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong as permanent priest may soon be found Read More
A single welfare claim could now cost a foreign student their right to stay in Finland. That is the direction of a new bill that would sharply tighten the rules …
Asian students in Finland face stricter residency rules under new bill Read More
International students in Finland could lose their residence permits after applying for welfare support just once under proposed new rules from the Finnish government. Under the proposal, foreign students who …
Finland may kick out foreign students who receive welfare support Read More
Swedish intellectual property firm Abrande has launched its first Asia-Pacific office in Hong Kong. The move marks the company’s entry into the Greater China market. The Gothenburg-based startup has appointed …
Swedish AI IP firm Abrande expands to Hong Kong Read More
The Hong Kong based mining company, Dragon Mining, has reported new high-grade gold drill results from its Jokisivu mine in Finland, indicating promising potential for future production. The company said …
Hong Kong Dragon finds gold in Finland Read More
Thai AirAsia is cutting its flight capacity by around 30 percent in May and June, while also suspending multiple routes through to October, as soaring fuel prices continue to hit …
Thai AirAsia cuts 30 percent of flights and suspends routes until October Read More
Hong Kong has suspended imports of poultry meat and eggs from Guldborgsund Municipality in Denmark. The move follows an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza reported to the World …
Hong Kong suspends poultry imports from yet another Danish municipality Read More
The Swedish investment company EQT AB has raised $15.6 billion to invest in companies across Asia. The largest fund of its kind in the region right now, according to Channel News …
Swedish giant raises billions as Asia Read More
Denmark’s women’s rugby team has won the Melrose Claymore title at the Hong Kong Sevens, beating Thailand 17–14 in the final, the team announced in an Instagram post. The match …
Denmark women’s team wins Hong Kong Sevens title Read More
Danish director Tua Biering is bringing a new theatre production to Hong Kong in collaboration with local actor Tai Yin Chan. The performance, titled “The Liar”, explores themes of truth, misinformation …
Danish director brings “The Liar” to Hong Kong Read More
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino has moved to calm tensions with China following concerns over inspections of Panama-flagged vessels. The situation comes after a dispute linked to port concessions in …
Panama seeks to ease China tensions amid Maersk port dispute Read More
A new requirement is on the way for travellers heading to Europe, and for many in Asia, it will change how trips are planned. The European Union is preparing to …
New EU entry rule will affect travellers from Asia Read More
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will present two spring programmes highlighting Finnish conductors and composers. The performances will take place in Hong Kong and Guangzhou across April and May 2026. …
Hong Kong Philharmonic showcases Finnish artistry in spring concerts Read More
Hong Kong company Panama Ports Company (PPC) has filed a $2 billion arbitration case against Danish shipping giant Maersk, Free Malaysia Today reports. PPC says Maersk helped Panama take over …
Danish Maersk sued by Hong Kong company: “Maersk undermined the contract” Read More
You feel happy when you meet Viveca Bratt and Hans (Hasse) Bratt Hernberg, they’re quick to laugh, yet have a great depth to them. Viveca and Hasse met in 2001 …
With sights set on success – Hong Kong, here we come! Read More
Danish sailor Jeppe Borch won the 2026 Macao Match Cup in Macao on 29 March, beating Sweden’s Oscar Engström 3–2 in the final. Borch, sailing with his Borch Racing crew, …
Danish sailor Jeppe Borch wins Macao Match Cup after Nordic final Read More
Thousands of passengers are being impacted as a wave of flight disruptions is hitting major airports across Asia, Travel and Tour World reports. Nearly 2,800 flights are delayed and more …
Nearly 3,000 flights disrupted across Asia Read More
Denmark has just held a general election, deciding the composition of its 179-seat parliament. With all votes now counted, Nordic expatriates in Asia follow developments closely, as Denmark’s foreign policy …
No majority in Danish election: ruling coalition weakened as parties prepare for coalition talks Read More
Hong Kong’s Court of Appeal has rejected the appeal of Swedish businessman Patrik Tobias Ekstrom, confirming his convictions for raping his Nepalese domestic helper and committing non‑consensual buggery, Dimsum Daily …
Hong Kong court confirms rape conviction of Swedish businessman Read More
The 2025 World Happiness Report is out, and the Nordic model reigns supreme. Finland tops the 2025 World Happiness Report once more, followed closely by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden. The …
World Happiness Report: Nordic happiness tops the World, Asia trails behind Read More
Air ticket prices between Asia and Europe have risen sharply after the war involving Iran disrupted air traffic across the Middle East. Bloomberg reported that more than 46,000 flights were …
Middle East conflict sends Asia-Europe airfares soaring Read More
British-Swedish curator James Taylor-Foster has been appointed executive director of Para Site in Hong Kong, according to Artforum. Para Site is one of Hong Kong’s leading independent contemporary art centres. …
Swedish curator to lead Hong Kong’s Para Site art centre Read More
As conflict continues in the Middle East, thousands of foreigners remain stuck in the crossfire, and even more are stranded on either side of the world, with only limited means …
Evacuation organiser alerts about airspace in the Middle East; “We have never seen a situation like this” Read More
The Danish community in Hong Kong will soon gather around one of Denmark’s most beloved traditions. The Danish Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong is hosting its Annual General Meeting followed …
Danish Easter table returns to Hong Kong Read More