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Norway introduces mandatory Covid-19 testing and digital registration for all travelers

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Effective from 2 January 2021, the Norwegian government has imposed mandatory Covid-19 testing for all travelers entering Norway. The test must be done as soon as possible and within 24 …

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Finnwatch wants to ensure human rights for women textile workers in Asia

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Women workers at clothing factories in Asia are particularly hard hit during the corona pandemic. Finnish Finnwatch is now looking for a corporate team both at home and at EU …

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FIFA men’s U20 World Cup in Indonesia postponed to 2023

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The young football talents will not be allowed to play in the championship planned to be held in Indonesia next year, as the International Football Association (Fifa) have postponed the …

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Norway update travel restrictions effective from 13 Dec

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From 13 December 2020, the rules for quarantine hotels upon entry into Norway have been changed, according to Norwegian Government’s announcement on the same day. The most important changes are …

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World Food Programme received the Noble Peace Prize: “Food is the pathway to peace”

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On 10 December 2020, Executive Director David Beasley accepted the Nobel Peace Prize for 2020 on behalf of the World Food Programme. In the closing statement of his Acceptance Speech, …

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EU-ASEAN upgraded to Strategic Partnership

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The European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) upgraded at the 23rd EU-ASEAN ministerial meeting their longstanding relationship to Strategic Partners. This elevates their partnership with a …

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‘Future is made in Finland’ webinar highlights women in science

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Study in Finland released the latest of the ‘Future is made in Finland’ webinar on 25 November 2020 that said: We live in an era of artificial intelligence and quantum …

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Norway offers Sustainable Management MBA scholarship to ASEAN students

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The Norwegian Government offers scholarships for an MBA in Sustainability Management to students from the Philippines and other countries in the ASEAN region. The application deadline is 21 January 2021, …

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Sweden Alumni invite to “Sweden Talks” about the Nobel Prize on 3 Dec

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Sweden Alumni Network in Vietnam invites members to Sweden Talks: A Glimpse of the Nobel Prize. Sweden Talks is an online forum where alumni meet each other and expert speakers …

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Finnish SWAPPIE helps in electronic waste challenge

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Did you know that incorrect disposal of electronic waste is one of the most problematic challenges in waste management? In Finland, used and serviced smart phones are gaining popularity: They’re …

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