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Denmark introduces entry restrictions for all travelers until 17 January 2021

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Royal Embassy of Denmark released on 9 January 2021 an update on the latest travel restrictions. A flight ban has been imposed on transportation of passengers from the entire world, …

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Asia’s & Scandinavia’s best and worst visa-free passports revealed

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Henley & Partners has released the latest results of the 2021 Henley Passport Index which shows how powerful the Asian and Nordic passports are in terms of travel freedom. The …

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Study in Finland Autumn programmes 2021 open for applications on 7 January

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Study in Finland announced on 2 January 2020 that the joint application period to studies starting in autumn (September) 2021 will be open 7-20 January 2021 at Studyinfo.fi. See instructions …

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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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