Sumatran Tiger Cub Born in Sweden
For the first time in history a Sumatran tiger cub has been born in a Swedish zoo in Eskilstuna, a few hours south of Stockholm. The Sumatran tiger is one …
Sumatran Tiger Cub Born in Sweden Read MoreSome Industries Are Not Happy
Conservationists from around the world have concluded their meeting in Bali with a declaration of support for Indonesia’s limited logging moratorium, which they said must be implemented immediately. The 2010 …
Some Industries Are Not Happy Read MoreNew Danish Honorary Consul in Bali
The Royal Danish Embassy in Jakarta announce the appointment of Mrs Ida Ayu R. Sutamaya as new Danish Honorary Consul for Bali. Mrs. Ida Sutamaya is well known in the hotel …
New Danish Honorary Consul in Bali Read MoreNew licenses ‘consistent with Norway deal’
The government insists that new permits awarded to industrial forest concessions (HTI) to fell 10 million cubic meters of trees in Riau this year did not run counter to the …
New licenses ‘consistent with Norway deal’ Read MorePromoting Indonesia to the Danes
Lucky for Indonesia, his deep interest in the country has prompted him to organize activities that promote Indonesian culture to the Danish or help Indonesia conserve its cultural artifacts. The …
Promoting Indonesia to the Danes Read MoreTerrorists Planned to Car-bomb Danish Embassy
Suspected terrorists had planned to explode Royal Danish Embassy in Kuningan, South Jakarta, using a car-bomb, National Police chief Gen. Bambang Hendarso Danuri said on Thursday. Bambang said the embassy …
Terrorists Planned to Car-bomb Danish Embassy Read MoreThe Lundin’s on a Positive Wave in Indonesia
In the middle of nowhere Swedish John Lundin and his Indonesian wife Lizza is designing and producing high speed boats for patrolling and to ambush pirates with the help of …
The Lundin’s on a Positive Wave in Indonesia Read MoreDanish Embassy Plot: More Suspects Arrested in Terror Raids
The National Police’s counterterrorism unit arrested two more suspects following successful raids in Central Java in which it netted three terror suspects, one of whom topped the authorities’ most-wanted list, …
Danish Embassy Plot: More Suspects Arrested in Terror Raids Read MoreTerror Plan to Bomb Danish Embassy in Indonesia Stopped
The terror suspects arrested during a raid in Central Java, Indonesia not only planned to bomb the the Danish Embassy, but also to bomb the Indonesian Police Anniversary Day Celebrations …
Terror Plan to Bomb Danish Embassy in Indonesia Stopped Read MoreDenmark to Boost Jakarta Embassy Security After Alleged Plot
Denmark will increase security at its embassy in Jakarta in the wake of a raid by Indonesian police that foiled a terrorist plot, the Danish foreign minister said Thursday. …
Denmark to Boost Jakarta Embassy Security After Alleged Plot Read MoreThe Norwegian Ambassador Visits Papua
Ambassador Homme and Counsellor Ragnhildstveit recently visited Indonesia’s easternmost province Papua. This is the first Norwegian ambassadorial visit to the province of Papua, situated two time zones and five hours …
The Norwegian Ambassador Visits Papua Read MoreTerror Suspect Planned to Bomb Danish Embassy in Jakarta
The terror suspects arrested during a raid in Klaten, Central Java not only planned to bomb the Police Anniversary Day celebration, or Hari Bhayangkara, but also to bomb the Danish …
Terror Suspect Planned to Bomb Danish Embassy in Jakarta Read MoreCambodia / China / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Bye, Bye Skitters!
Happy travels: With a new Swedish probiotic product and general caution, you will never find yourself stuck in the bathroom when you should be out on the sandy white beach working …
Bye, Bye Skitters! Read MoreSandy Sandoro Sings President`s Composition “To Oslo for Our Earth”.
In commemorating World Environment Day at the State Palace here Tuesday, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono asked talented young singer Sandy Sandoro to sing one of his compositions. The president`s song …
Sandy Sandoro Sings President`s Composition “To Oslo for Our Earth”. Read MoreHow Norwegian Money Will Save Indonesian Rainforest
Late last year Indonesia made global headlines with a bold pledge to reduce deforestation, which claimed nearly 28 million hectares (108,000 square miles) of forest between 1990 and 2005 and …
How Norwegian Money Will Save Indonesian Rainforest Read MoreSwedish BP Chairman Finally Abandoned his Asia Vacation
BP’s elusive Swedish chairman Henric Svanberg faced public wrath Thursday as he finally abandoned his yachting vacation off the southern coast of Thailand in favor of the oil-soaked shores of …
Swedish BP Chairman Finally Abandoned his Asia Vacation Read MoreBamboo Living – An Awakening on Bali
In a world full of green buzz words these days such as ‘organic’, ‘carbon footprint’ and ‘green tech’, and where the threat of global warming has moved into the common …
Bamboo Living – An Awakening on Bali Read MoreSwedish 24MAS Gains 39 Million Subscribers
The Indonesian cell phone operator Indosat has launched a new mobile commercial channel with the help of 24 Mobile Advertising Solutions’ applications. New phones with 24 MAS installed programs are …
Swedish 24MAS Gains 39 Million Subscribers Read MoreThe Indonesian-Danish Water Days Focus on Major Challenges
The Indonesian-Danish Water Days 2010 will focus on the actual challenges and opportunities that the current situation presents. The Danish side will present Danish high-technology solutions in areas such as …
The Indonesian-Danish Water Days Focus on Major Challenges Read MoreTen Young ASEAN Researchers to Attend Nobel Laureate Meeting
Ten young researchers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand will be participating at the 60th Nobel Laureate Meeting in Lindau, Germany this year, according to the Jakarta-based ASEAN …
Ten Young ASEAN Researchers to Attend Nobel Laureate Meeting Read MorePalm Oil Industry Seeks Clarity After Agreement With Norway
The government’s plan to impose a moratorium on the development of peatland and primary forest areas as a follow-up to a conservation agreement with Norway has prompted the palm oil …
Palm Oil Industry Seeks Clarity After Agreement With Norway Read MoreIndonesia World Leader in Finnish Environment Online
A Finnish elementary school teacher Mika Vanhanen established the ENO (environment online) internet school in 2000 in the Eno municipality of Eastern Finland. Recently, the global school celebrated its international …
Indonesia World Leader in Finnish Environment Online Read MoreIndonesian-Norwegian Project at Music Festival in Oslo
Last year, Joachim ‘DiskJokke’ Dyrdahl travelled to the Indonesian city of Bandung, a cultural centre on West-Java, to join forces with musicians from the gamelan orchestra Samasunda, lead by Ismet …
Indonesian-Norwegian Project at Music Festival in Oslo Read MoreCambodia / China / Denmark / Finland / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Ambassadors Predict World Cup Winner
Many of the Scandinavian Ambassadors in Southeast Asia hope that Denmark, as the only Scandinavian team in the tournament, will win the gold trophy in the FIFA World Cup 2010. …
Ambassadors Predict World Cup Winner Read MoreNorwegian Students Flock to Bali
Who would not want to study abroad and for example on a tropical destination like Bali and study in your own native language just as if the studies would be …
Norwegian Students Flock to Bali Read MoreSwedish National Day Celebration in Jakarta
On June 1, The Swedish Embassy, in cooperation with Volvo Trucks, Ericsson and Oriflame, organized the Swedish National Day celebration at hotel Shangri-La, Jakarta. Among the guests were the Minister …
Swedish National Day Celebration in Jakarta Read MoreHasan di Tiro: The End of an Era in Aceh
Hasan di Tiro is dead. The Indonesian freedomfigther and Swedish citizen, died due to complications surrounding a respiratory infection at the emergency ward of the Zainal Abidin General Hospital in Banda Aceh, capital …
Hasan di Tiro: The End of an Era in Aceh Read MoreForestry Partnership Between Indonesia and Norway Turns Into Hard Work
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono led Thursday a plenary Cabinet meeting which discussed follow-up actions of a newly agreed forestry partnership between Indonesia and Norway. The President said that while 2010 …
Forestry Partnership Between Indonesia and Norway Turns Into Hard Work Read MoreSweden Eyes More Contacts With Indonesian People
As Sweden and Indonesia celebrate their 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year with buoyant economic ties, Swedish Ambassador to Indonesia Ewa Polano is eyeing success in other mission: improving …
Sweden Eyes More Contacts With Indonesian People Read MoreDanish Foreign Minister Sees New Opportunities in South East Asia
Today, the 10 ASEAN countries are the third largest trade partner to the EU after the USA and China. It is important for Denmark and other EU countries to put …
Danish Foreign Minister Sees New Opportunities in South East Asia Read MoreLooking into the World of Aman Resorts
But when trying to comprehend the essence of this legendary brand, who could be more appropriate as our concierge than Liv Gussing who has been with the company since 1996? …
Looking into the World of Aman Resorts Read MoreNew Regional Manager of SAS Asia
A popular SAS Manager is leaving Copenhagen behind and sets out for Thailand. Niels Henrik Hansen has with a varied background and career been appointed Regional Manager of SAS in …
New Regional Manager of SAS Asia Read MoreSwedish Culinary Festival in Jakarta
Between the 1st and 6th of June, the Swedish Embassy in Jakarta has organized a Culinary Festival. Swedish food lovers will be able to indulge in delicacies such as salmon, …
Swedish Culinary Festival in Jakarta Read MoreNorway Won’t Fund Indonesia Tree Planting Program
The billion dollar deal signed by Indonesia and Norway will only be used for preserving forests and peatlands and will not finance tree-planting in deforested areas, says a presidential aide. …
Norway Won’t Fund Indonesia Tree Planting Program Read MoreSBY Vows Direct Oversight of Norway-financed Projects
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said he would personally monitor implementation of the Indonesia’s new forestry partnership with Norway. “I will be active in at least two things: Monitoring implementation in …
SBY Vows Direct Oversight of Norway-financed Projects Read MoreIndonesia President Write Song About Saving the Rainforest Titled “Oslo”
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono’s journey to the Norwegian capital for a two-day Climate and Forest Conference has inspired him to write a song, which he titled “Oslo.” The composition, which …
Indonesia President Write Song About Saving the Rainforest Titled “Oslo” Read MoreIndonesia Committed to Rainforests Protection Despite Financial Constraints
Cash-strapped Indonesia remains committed to protection of its rainforests as part of the global initiative to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD) Plus scheme, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono …
Indonesia Committed to Rainforests Protection Despite Financial Constraints Read MoreIndonesia: We Will Honor Palm Oil Contracts Despite Huge Donations
Indonesia will honor palm oil companies’ existing contract despite its pledge to suspend new concessions to clear the nation’s natural forests and peat lands for two years, President Susilo Bambang …
Indonesia: We Will Honor Palm Oil Contracts Despite Huge Donations Read MoreIndonesian President Yudhoyono, Prince Charles to Meet in Oslo
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is slated to meet the Prince of Wales, better known as Prince Charles of the United Kingdom in the Norwegian capital. Presidential spokesman Julian A Pasha …
Indonesian President Yudhoyono, Prince Charles to Meet in Oslo Read MoreMaking Asia a Better Place to Breathe
Henrik Friis is a busy man. As the Managing Director of Dantherm Filtration Ltd in Bangkok, he is responsible for the production and sales of filters produced by almost 100 …
Making Asia a Better Place to Breathe Read MoreIndonesian President Arrived in Oslo
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and first lady Ani Yudhoyono arrived in Oslo, Norway on Wednesday morning local time, noon Jakarta time, for a three-day visit to attend climate change and …
Indonesian President Arrived in Oslo Read MoreIndonesia and Norway Agree to Reduce Deforestation
Indonesia and Norway signed a letter of intent to reduce deforestation and degradation in Oslo on Wednesday, in which Norway will provide up to US$1 billion in grant for Indonesia …
Indonesia and Norway Agree to Reduce Deforestation Read MoreIndonesian President Yudhoyono leaves for Oslo to Attend Climate Change Forum
President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is scheduled to depart for Oslo, Norway, on Tuesday evening, to attend a climate change conference. “Several Indonesian delegations and I are about to leave for …
Indonesian President Yudhoyono leaves for Oslo to Attend Climate Change Forum Read MoreDanish School-Building Teddy Bears in Indonesia
Text and photos: Nicolai Wichmann / Plan Denmark Like many other primary schools in Indonesia, up until a year ago, Kalimaro Primary School on Central Java was rundown, dirty and …
Danish School-Building Teddy Bears in Indonesia Read MoreMay 17 – Celebration in Jakarta
Around 80 people attended the May 17th celebrations at the Norwegian residence in Jakarta. The majority of the guests were Norwegians who live in Indonesia, but also their families and …
May 17 – Celebration in Jakarta Read MoreFrom the Freedom of Norway, a Voice for Burma
It feels so painful to see my country so left behind from other nations,” said 44-year-old Burmese activist Khin Maung Win, expressing his frustration about the conditions in his homeland …
From the Freedom of Norway, a Voice for Burma Read MoreNorway Will Provide $1 Billion in Aid to Indonesia to Protect Forests
Norway is due for a noble cause in the form of protecting forests of Indonesia. Norway has planned to give Indonesia 1 billion dollar to help protect tropical forests as …
Norway Will Provide $1 Billion in Aid to Indonesia to Protect Forests Read MoreCambodia / China / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Sweden Proposes Forced Immigrant Orientation
All newly arrived immigrants should undergo courses in core societal values and be taught about how Swedish society works with municipalities obliged to offer 60 hours of teaching, a government …
Sweden Proposes Forced Immigrant Orientation Read MoreNorway’s Trade With Indonesia Tripled
In the first two months of the year, trade between oil-rich Norway and resource-rich Indonesia increased 326 percent from 2009, Royal Norwegian Ambassador to Indonesia Eivind S. Homme said to …
Norway’s Trade With Indonesia Tripled Read MoreNestlé Adapts Rainforest Friendly Company Policy
After being subjected to a very intense campaign against Nestlé and its products, the company has announced that from today onwards it will no longer be using palm tree oil …
Nestlé Adapts Rainforest Friendly Company Policy Read More