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patient in bed with nurse, Sunway Medical Center, Penang

World class medical services in Penang ready to welcome more expats, Asians and westerners

December 24, 2023March 3, 2024 - by Joakim Persson - 1 Comment

Penang island and state (Malaysia) is already a very established travel destination and business centre – for all the good reasons with its very successful manufacturing hub and FDI, as …

Community news / Denmark / Indonesia

Meet the Danish duo that brought Copenhagen to Bali

December 21, 2023January 8, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Seven years ago, Nadia Sara Boan Sørensen and Jeppe Bech-Sørensen embarked on a culinary journey in Southeast Asia. The couples story began with a chance meeting in Spain that blossomed …

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Singapore and Scandinavia among strongest passports in the world

December 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - 1 Comment

Both Singapore, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway are in the top 10 of strongest passports in the world of 2023. The scores are calculated by VisaGuide World Passport Index, which …

China / General news / Indonesia / Malaysia / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam

Southeast Asian visa simplifications increases tourism

December 19, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

This year, tourism rates has made quite a recovery in Asia, since countries simplified its visa requirements and entry procedures for international tourists. Vietnam In June, Vietnam approved to triple …

General news / Indonesia

Beware of COVID-19 increase in Indonesia

December 18, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Tourism and Creative Economy Minister, Sandiaga Uno, advises people to be cautious, as increases in COVID-19 cases are increasing in Indonesia. Yesterday, on 17 December 216 confirmed cases were recorded, …

Finland / General news / Indonesia

Finnish man injured on Bali: “I can’t count on my insurance company”

December 17, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Finnish Henri Palomäki broke his back due to a surfing incident on Bali, and didn’t get any help from his insurance company in the first couple of days – at …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Energy / Indonesia / Philippines / Vietnam

Danish nuclear firms interested to make deal with Philippines on sea-based modular reactor tech

December 13, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 1 Comment

Denmark’s Seaborg Technologies and another Danish nuclear firm are interested to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Philippines’ Department of Energy (DOE) on deploying sea-based small modular reactor …

Business in Asia / Indonesia / Norway

Navigating the corporate world in Indonesia: Seven Stones is there to help you boost your business

December 12, 2023December 22, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

ScandAsia has met with Terje Holte Nilsen, the Norwegian owner of Seven Stones, a provider of market entry services based in Bali and Jakarta, for a talk about his insights …

Indonesia / International relations / Sweden

Sweden wants to import more from Indonesia

December 12, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Ambassador to Indonesia, Daniel Blockert, has expressed a desire to boost bilateral trade between the two nations. While Indonesia primarily exports palm oil and leather footwear to Sweden, …

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Indonesia to review visa-free list – excluding Scandinavians

December 12, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In a strategic move to boost tourism and foster global connections, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, is actively advocating for an expansion of the country’s visa-free …

Denmark / Indonesia / International relations

New Danish Ambassador to Indonesia meets President Widodo

December 11, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Sten Frimodt Nielsen, the recently new Danish ambassador to Indonesia, presented his Letter of Credence from Queen Margrethe II of Denmark to President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo. The happening took …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Indonesia / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Transportation, maritime

Maersk plans to invest more than $500 Million in Southeast Asian supply chain

December 5, 2023December 5, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A.P. Moller-Maersk is set to invest over $500 million in expanding its supply chain infrastructure in Southeast Asia. The three-year plan is focusing on strengthening its Logistics and Services arm …

General news / Indonesia

11 hikers have been found dead after a volcanic eruption in Indonesia

December 4, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

11 out of 26 hikers reported missing after the eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Marapi have been found dead. This is according to local rescuer Abdul Malik. The volcano, situated on …

Community news / Denmark / Finland / Indonesia / Norway / Sweden

Magnus Ramstad Dahl – about navigating business’ in Southeast Asia as the founder of NordCham Indonesia

December 2, 2023November 13, 2024 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

ScandAsia met with Magnus Ramstad Dahl, the Norwegian founder of NordCham Indonesia, for a talk about the challenges and successes of establishing a Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Southeast Asia. …

Business in Asia / Hospitality / Indonesia

Indonesia’s tourism sector shows signs of recovery in 2023

November 30, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The tourism sector in Indonesia, was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the industry is now witnessing a positive turnaround. With the first semester of 2023 reporting around 13 …

Denmark / Indonesia / International relations

Indonesian influencers explored sustainable living in Denmark

November 27, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In an effort to foster cross-cultural exchange and promote sustainable practices, a group of Indonesian influencers embarked on a journey to Denmark in collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark in …

Denmark / General news / Indonesia / Norway

Danish expertise drives Indonesia’s early green energy success

November 24, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In a historic move, Danish experts are essential in shaping Indonesia’s accelerated green energy plan. The agreement, signed in November 2022 with over $20 billion in funding, aims to fast-track …

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Asia-Pacific exhibition “Destination Samsonite: Voyaging Through Time” presented in Singapore

November 19, 2023November 19, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

The latest Asia-Pacific exhibition of a world-class luggage and travel bag brand, Samsonite, was presented in Singapore at the start of November 2023. It was titled “Destination Samsonite: Voyaging Through …

General news / Indonesia / Myanmar

Boat with Rohingya refugees sent back to sea in Indonesia

November 18, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Approximately 250 Rohingya refugees on a wooden boat were turned away from western Indonesia and sent back to sea, residents said Friday, November 17. The persecuted minority group arrived off …

Denmark / Indonesia / International relations

Sten Frimodt Nielsen: From EU Judge to being the new Danish Ambassador in Jakarta

November 17, 2023December 1, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

The diplomatic journey of the newly appointed Danish ambassador to Indonesia was delayed due to a process involving two key stages: the sender state, Denmark, notifying the receiving state, Indonesia, …

Denmark / Indonesia / International relations / Malaysia

Denmark debates Quran burning bill

November 15, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Denmark’s parliament has started discussions concerning the proposed bill seeking to outlaw protests involving the burning of the Quran. The government argues that the ban is necessary to safeguard national …

Business in Asia / Education / Indonesia / Innovation & Technology / Norway

Norwegian is revolutionizing history education from Bali

November 13, 2023November 21, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Norwegian Ole Petter Høie, an experienced entrepreneur on his third startup, is currently exploring the intersection of gaming and education with gamified history lessons under the name “The History Challenge.” …

Indonesia / International relations / Sweden

Indonesia in support of Palestine to Sweden

November 12, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Indonesian Ambassador to Sweden, Kamapradipta Isnomo, stressed full support for Palestine from Indonesia during a meeting with Swedish Foreign Affairs Minister, Tobias Billström in Stockholm. Since Thursday, 9 November 2023, …

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Finnish Marimekko experienced an increase of 13 percent in sales within the Asia-Pacific

November 9, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The Finnish design house, Marimekko, experienced a notable 13 percent growth in sales within the Asia-Pacific region in the third quarter of fiscal year 2023. The Asia-Pacific’s is Marimekko’s second-largest …

Indonesia / Living in Asia / Sweden

Richard Winkler – a Swedish artist’s journey in plaster and paint in Bali

November 7, 2023November 13, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The story of the well-renowned Swedish artist, Richard Winkler, seems almost predestined, as he found love with his Indonesian pen pal and embarked on a creative journey in the tropical …

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Norway funds Southeast Asian enterprises

November 3, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Southeast Asian SME digital finance platform, Funding Societies, secures US$7.5 million in debt funding from Norfund. A Norwegian Development Financial Institution (DFI). This marks the first debt transaction done by …

General news / Indonesia / Sweden

Indonesian Culture Night in Sweden 2023

November 1, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

The Indonesian Embassy in Stockholm held the event ‘Indonesian Culture Night 2023’ in Malmö, Sweden on 27 October – an annual event, promoting Indonesian culture to the Swedish community. 200 …

General news / Indonesia / Malaysia / Sweden

Sweden puts deportation of Quran-burning protester to Iran on hold

October 30, 2023October 30, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - Leave a Comment

Sweden’s Migration Agency has issued a deportation of Quran-burning protester Salwan Momika, Iraqi national, claiming he had provided false information in his application for asylum, but has put the order …

Community news / Denmark / Indonesia / Living in Asia

ScandAsia went diving with Amed Jepun Divers in Bali

October 29, 2023November 3, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

With the SNUS sign in front of the small sundeck, I feel certain that I have found the right place among the many diving centers in Amed Beach, Bali. “Hi! …

Denmark / Indonesia / Living in Asia

Mads Johansen Lange: The legacy of the King of Bali

October 27, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 2 Comments.

Mads Johansen Lange, was born on May 6, 1807, in Denmark. He led a remarkable life as a seafarer and trader, and was later known as the King of Bali. …

Community news / Indonesia / Sweden

Café Smörgås in Sanur: From a Swedish dream to a Balinese reality

October 27, 2023October 31, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

In the heart of the tranquil beach town of Sanur, Bali, is a charming café named Café Smörgås. Founded in 2006 by Swedish Johan and Lotta Lassesson, the Scandinavian sounded …

Community news / Indonesia / Sweden

Join Swedish artist Richard Winkler’s Jakarta expo in November

October 25, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

Richard Winkler, renowned Swedish artist living in Bali, will be showcasing some of his most recent work at the JIExpo Kemayoran exhibition in Jakarta from November 17 till November 19, …

Business in Asia / Hospitality / Indonesia / Living in Asia / Sweden

Unveil the mysteries of Bali in Swedish owned Nandini Jungle Resort and Spa

October 24, 2023November 7, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

In the heart of Bali, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, lies an oasis that defies the ordinary. Originally envisioned by Swedish Magnus Falk as a …

Swedish diving instructor hospitalized in Bali – needs help to get urgent blood transfusion

October 24, 2023March 25, 2025 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A Swedish diving instructor has been hospitalized at Siloam Hospital in Denpasar, Bali. Her hospitalization is due to a parasite, that has caused her internal bleedings. She is right now …

Community news / Indonesia / Sweden

Healing in paradise: A group of Swedish women’s annual yoga retreat in Bali

October 23, 2023October 27, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - 1 Comment

In the heart of Bali, where spirituality and tranquility merge, a group of Swedish women embarks on an annual transformative journey. Every year, they gather in the warm embrace of …

Business in Asia / Construction, infrastructure / Indonesia / Sweden

Volvo CE Indonesia gets first look at upcoming electric machines

October 18, 2023October 20, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Around 100 guests attended when Volvo Construction Equipment showcased their electric machines in Magelang, Indonesia in late September. PT Indotruck Utama (ITU) held the event which was themed ‘Sustainability for …

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The best countries to live in for remote working

October 18, 2023February 16, 2024 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Denmark and Sweden are among the top five countries to live in for remote employees, out of 108 countries evaluated. Southeast Asia can be found further down the line. The …

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TikTok makes it easier for Scandinavians and Southeast Asians to earn money

October 16, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Earlier in 2023 the Chinese owned platform TikTok announced that users could now earn money without posting content on the app – instead they could get an income by creating …

General news / Indonesia / Sweden

First Swedish-Indonesian café opens in Amsterdam

October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Swedish Chef, Ellinor Strinnholm, is opening Amsterdam’s first Swedish-Indonesian brunch café and aperitif bar together with industry veteran Bunmi Oklosi. The items on the brunch menu are influenced by the …

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ScandAsia Magazine October 2023

October 11, 2023August 1, 2025 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

The ScandAsia magazine for October 2023 is out now. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia October 2023 You can also read …

Denmark / Finland / Iceland / Indonesia / International relations / Malaysia / Sweden / Taiwan / Thailand / Vietnam

Nordic countries strongly condemn Saturday’s Hamas attack on Israel

October 8, 2023October 9, 2023 - by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana - 4 Comments.

All five Nordic countries strongly condemn the heavy attack on Israel by Hamas fighters carried out from the Palestinian Gaza strip which began on Saturday morning 7 October 2023. The …

China / General news / Indonesia

Indonesia has launched Southeast Asia’s first high-speed train

October 3, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

Indonesia launched Southeast Asia’s first high-speed train on Monday, October 2. A multibillion-dollar project that has been backed by China. With a top speed of 350 kilometers per hour, the …

Indonesia / International relations / Sweden

Indonesian unionists in Stockholm

September 29, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Paper Workers Union hosted a meeting mid September, which brought together international unionists. Including some from Indonesia. Since the pandemic, physical meetings have been difficult to hold, and …

Business in Asia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Philippines / Retail & Wholesale / Singapore

Flying Tiger Copenhagen coming to Indonesia and Singapore

September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Danish variety store chain Flying Tiger Copenhagen is ready to expand their brand to more Southeast Asian countries with 1000 new locations over the next five years. Just about a …

Business in Asia / Indonesia / Myanmar / Norway / Singapore / Trading & Logistics

Singaporean company fined for deceiving Norwegian authorities

September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 - by Miabell Mallikka - Leave a Comment

A Singaporean company called Hydronav Services, was fined over $1.1 million for illegally exporting specialized equipment (an EM system) to Myanmar without the necessary permits. The company falsely stated that …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Finland / Indonesia / Innovation & Technology / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Vietnam

Scandinavia and Southeast Asian economies more innovative

September 28, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Sweden has replaced The United States and is now the world’s second most innovative economy in 2023, according to a ranking dominated by European countries. Meanwhile ‘middle-income economies’ like Indonesia, …

Business in Asia / Indonesia / Norway / Sustainability

New funding pact between Norway and Indonesia

September 27, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

A new five-year collaboration between Norway and Indonesia has been signed, aiming to cut carbon emissions by protecting and restoring rainforest. Green groups hope that the deal will inspire other …

Business in Asia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Innovation & Technology / Malaysia / Philippines / Sustainability / Thailand / Vietnam

Philippines inspired by Danish water management

September 27, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Frans-Michael Mellbin, said Filipino water companies exchanged ideas with Danish counterparts in both Copenhagen and Aarhus on September 22, 2023. Officials from Metropolitan Waterworks and …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Energy / Indonesia / Norway / Sustainability

Indonesian energy transition plan delayed. Perhaps for the better

September 27, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

An Indonesian energy transition project, supported by both Denmark and Norway, has been delayed. But perhaps that’s good? Indonesia’s Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) is project funded by the G7 …

General news / Indonesia / Singapore / Sweden / Taiwan

National infrastructure: Southeast Asia most satisfied

September 26, 2023 - by Sofie Rønnelund - Leave a Comment

Countries like Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand are amongst the top 5 countries most satisfied with their infrastructure. In the Southeast Asian countries the percentage of satisfaction is between 54 and …