Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
EUROCHAM Malaysia thanks the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) for welcoming and receiving its CEO, Mr. Sven Schneider, together with the EUROCHAM team and delegation in Cyberjaya on 11 of …
EUROCHAM Malaysia on courtesy visit at MDEC Read More
IKEA has recently launched the collection, “OBEGRÄNSAD” in collaboration with the electronic music artists, Swedish House Mafia this month, October 2022. The “OBEGRÄNSAD” or “unlimited” in Swedish is built on …
New collection of IKEA and Swedish House Mafia is launched Read More
The Ambassadors of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden in Thailand welcome you to the press conference of the Nordic Film Festival 2022. The event will take place at the …
Nordic Film Festival 2022 in Bangkok – Press Conference Read More
German divers will contribute to the investigation of the presumed sabotage on North Stream pipelines 1 and 2 near the Danish Island Bornholm. The team of investigators is established and …
Germany to investigate pressumed sabotage on North Stream Read More
A United States reconnaissance aircraft has been observed flying near the site of the damaged Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the Baltic Sea only hours after the first leakage emerged. …
US admits aircraft flewing near North Stream only hours after leakage was American Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for October 2022 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia October 2022 You can also read …
ScandAsia Magazine October 2022 Read More
Säpo, the Swedish Security Service, has concluded it was explosions causing significant damage on North Stream 1 and 2 and is therefore strengthened in its suspicion of sabotage. This was …
Sweden concludes explosions and sabotage on North Stream 1 upon investigation Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia (NordCham) invites to ”NordCham Roundtable” on 12 October 2022 in Jakarta, where participants should anticipate “lots of insights and a lively discussion.” The …
Join NordCham’s Roundtable for insigths and lively discussions Read More
Sweet baked doughs filled with a cinnamon-sugar filling, “Cinnamon bun” or “cinnamon rolls” are believed to have originated in Sweden. On 4 October of every year, it is the Swedish …
Cinnamon bun is perfect for Fika Read More
Several indications of drone activity has been reported at both Norwegian and Danish oil- and gas fields. Latest, a report on drone activity at Danish gas field Roar this weekend …
“New” drone observations at Danish Oil field Roar in North Sea Read More
In a press release published on the Danish Royal House’s Instagram, Queen Margrethe declares she has underrated how her decision of depriving her four grandchildren of their royal titles has …
Queen Margrethe in press release: “No doubt my family is my biggest pride and joy” Read More North Stream pipeline operator said it was unable to immediately assess damages after Swedish Coast Guard reported the discovery of an additional leak on the pipeline system in the Baltic …
Two new gas leaks on pipelines in Danish and Swedish waters Read More
Queen Margrethe II has spoken out about her decision to downgrade her four grandchildren from princes and princesses to counts and countesses of Montpezat, saying she thinks it will be …
Danish Queen Margrethe II reflects on decision to degrade grandchildren Read More
US officials calls Moscow’s questioning of whether Washington caused pipeline gas leaks “ridiculous”. This is reported by Yahoo News. The leaks have pushed natural gas prices to sky high limits …
Gushing Russian gas pipes in Danish waters an act of terrorism? Read More
The Danish Royal House announced in a statement that Her Majesty the Queen Margrethe II has decided, as of January 1 2023, to remove the titles of Prince and Princess …
Queen Margrethe II downgrades her royal grandchildren Read More
The government in Hong Kong announced on September 23 the lifting of compulsory quarantine requirement for travellers from overseas, starting from 26 September. At present, the epidemic situation has peaked …
Hong Kong government to lift quarantine requirements for arrivals Read More
Indonesian Garuda last week filed for Chapter 15 Bankruptcy at a New York Bankruptcy court and requested the recognition of its recent debt restructuring deal in a Jakarta court. Reported …
Garuda Indonesia files for Chapter 15 Bankruptcy Read More
The Norwegian safety watchdog, Norway’s Petrolium Safety Authority (PSA), said unidentified drones were seen flying near Norwegian offshore oil platforms on 26 September and urged oil companies to increase alertness. …
Sightings of several unidentified drones in Norwegian North Sea Read More
As the Nordic region is committed to achieving carbon neutrality and aims at becoming the most sustainable and integrated region in the world by 2030, the Nordic Green Talk is …
This year’s “Nordic Green Talk” on achieving SDG goals Read More
Typhoon Noru hit the main island of Luzon, the Philippines with maximum sustained winds of 240 kilometers per hour on Sunday, 25 September 2022. This Monday morning, 26 September 2022, …
Warning to Vietnam as Typhoon Noru hits the Philippines destructively Read More
EUROCHAM Malaysia was invited by The Ministry of Human Resources, Department of Trade Union Affairs to attend a roundtable discussion on the proposed amendments of the Trade Union Act 1959 …
EUROCHAM Malaysia attends roundtable discussion Read More
EUROCHAM Malaysia is collaborating with the Malaysian Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) on a Hi-Tea session on 29 September 2022. A distinguished guest of honor, YBhg Dato’ Sri …
EUROCHAM Malaysia HI-Tea session with MITI Read More
The Crayfish Party of the Thai Nordic Association took place on Saturday night 24 September 2022. The Ballroom of Landmark Hotel, Bangkok, was full to the brim with 200 happy …
Roaring Nordic Crayfish Party in Bangkok Read More
International travelers will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results on arrival to Thailand from 1 October 2022. This was stated by Thailand’s Centre …
Thailand to relegate COVID as disease Read More
The “Embro” collection from the Thai furniture brand, Lasunya, won the Red Dot Design Award 2022 in the Home and Seating Furniture category. “An innovative combination of different fabrics and …
Thai furniture brand “Lasunya” wins Red Dot Design Award 2022 Read More
The Thai Cabinet approved the announcement of extending the length of stay of visa-on-arrival and visa-exempt foreign visitors on Tuesday, 20 September 2022. Foreign visitors with visa-on-arrival will be able …
Extended stay in Thailand for foreigners is approved Read More
Singapore is changing its current visa rules for expats and foreign businessess to ease a tight labour market along with wage and price pressures. The rules will allow foreigners to …
Singapore reforms long-term work visas to attract international talent and investment Read More
A series of strong, 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan on Sunday, 18 September 2022. The center was off the southeastern coast, but the tremors could be felt across Taiwan, said …
A series of strong earthquakes hit Taiwan on Sunday Read More
Secretary-General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), Ms. Duangjai Asawachintachit recently met with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Parliamentary Committee. Both parties discussed an overview of the Thai …
Thailand Board of Investment discusses Thai economy with EFTA Read More
Thai environmentalists fear new rushes of tourists at Maya Bay in Koh Phi Phi Leh when the current 2 month temporary closure of the popular beach expires in two weeks …
Maya Bay to open for tourists in two weeks Read More
The Nordic Chamber Of Commerce in the Philippines (NordCham Philippines) is to host a virtual event, “Latest Updates on the Situation in the Philippines” on tomorrow, 14 September 2022, at …
NordCham to host virtual event on latest updates on the Philippines conditions Read More
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC), in collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok, Starboard, and Trash Hero Bangkok are to organize “World Cleanup Day 2022.” The event will …
World Cleanup Day 2022 is around the corner Read More
St. Andrews International School Sukhumvit 107 will host a Secondary Open House on Saturday, 8 October 2022 at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Mr. Carl Hutson, Head of School and …
Mark calendar for St. Andrews 107 School Open House Read More
After 70 years of an extraordinary reign, Queen Elizabeth II died yesterday 8 September 2022, aged 96, at the Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Throughout the day, tributes have poured in …
Nordic reactions to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for September 2022 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia September 2022 You can also read …
ScandAsia Magazine September 2022 Read More
NordCham Cambodia is to host a breakfast talk on “Trade Between Cambodia and the Nordic Countries” on Tuesday, 6 September 2022 from 7:30 AM at Tribe Hotel. The guest speaker …
NordCham breakfast talk: “Trade Between Cambodia and the Nordic Countries” Read More
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites tourists to join “Phetchaburi Harmony World Shadow Puppet Festival” from 9 to 11 September 2022 in Phetchaburi province, Thailand. The three-day event aims …
Join “Phetchaburi Harmony World Shadow Puppet Festival” in Thailand next week Read More
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced on 31 August 2022 that travelers from countries on the visa exemption list will get a 45-day stay in Thailand starting 1 October …
Thailand extends stays for travelers during high season Read More
Planet Youth is to organize “Planet Youth 2022 Annual Conference: Creating a Better Future for Youth” from 14-16 September 2022 at the Grand Hotel Reykjavik, Iceland. The event invites participants …
Join Planet Youth 2022 Annual Conference: Creating a Better Future for Youth Read More
Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham Philippines) invites every interested participant to join an info session of its first “Sustainability Book” on 24 August 2022 from 3:00 to …
NorCham Philippines presents “Sustainability Book” Info Session Read More
NordCham Philippines is to host the 7th Joint Economic Briefing on 22 August 2022 at Makati Diamond Residences Makati City, Philippines from 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM. The discussion topics …
Attend 7th Joint Economic Briefing in the Philippines Read More
Norway, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Iceland announced to deepen their security and defense cooperation in the wake of Russia’s war on Ukraine on Monday, 15 August 2022. The prime ministers …
Nordic countries announce to strengthen security and defense cooperation Read More
The Deputy Manager of the Center For Alcohol Studies (CAS) in Thailand Mr. Surasak Chaiyasong expressed concerns over extending opening times for pubs and bars to 4 AM in tourism …
Thai CAS refers to Nordic and other countries on time zones for alcohol sale Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham Philippines) is to host the 4th Sustainability Committee meeting on “Partnerships for Skills and Livelihoods” on 17 August 2022 from 4:00 …
Join Sustainability Committee meeting with NordCham Philippines Read More
The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information has disclosed that digital financial services provider Paypal has officially registered as an electronic system operator (PSE) in that country. This allows Paypal …
Paypal resumes permanent operations in Indonesia Read More
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has implemented screening measures to help halt the transmission of monkeypox, reports The Bali Sun. The virus has not been detected in Bali, …
Bali airport implements monkeypox screening Read More
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Stockholm office welcomes the new director, Mrs. Orn Doungchan for the Nordic and Baltic countries. With her in-depth experience in the market and the tourism …
New head of Thailand’s tourism office in Stockholm Read More
The Embassy of Spain in Vietnam has resumed the acceptance of the new-style Vietnamese passports on Monday, 8 August 2022 after its one week suspension. The Spanish Embassy said that …
Spain now recognizes new-style Vietnamese passports Read More
Mr. Narudome Oksue, a Ph.D. student of Tourism Management at the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) is currently working on a research project about why elderly Nordic tourists choose …
Why do elderly Nordic tourists re-visit Thailand? Read More
Vietnamese Lieutenant General To An Xo addressed on August 3 2022 the issue of the new-style Vietnamese passports, which have been rejected by three Schengen countries, including Germany, Spain, and …
Place of birth may be added to the new Vietnamese passports Read More