Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Chinese leader’s recent tour of Cambodia, Malaysia, and Vietnam is seen by a Swedish expert as a diplomatic success for Beijing in the wake of new US tariffs. “The …
Swedish scholar sees Xi’s Southeast Asia tour as win for China’s image as stable partner Read More
Danish companies are among the early foreign investors expressing serious interest in the new Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), with particular focus on the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, according to …
Danish firms eye Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone for investments Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Kuala Lumpur is looking to hire a new Communication & Branding Officer to help promote Sweden’s innovation, trade, and culture in Malaysia. According to the …
Swedish embassy in Malaysia is hiring communication officer Read More
A local choir from the coastal town of Ebeltoft, Denmark, called ‘Female Singers’, has launched an ambitious global initiative to bring choirs together in a shared message of unity and …
Danish choir calls on choirs worldwide to sing for peace Read More
The Sikh tradition of langar—serving free vegetarian meals to anyone regardless of religion or background—has caught the attention of Swedish social anthropologist Dr. Annika Winell. Based at Universiti Malaya in …
Swedish researcher highlights Sikh tradition of free meals in multicultural Malaysia Read More
Denmark is moving ahead with plans to host American troops on its soil under a new 10-year defense cooperation agreement with the United States. The agreement, currently under parliamentary review, …
Denmark moves to host U.S. troops under new defense pact Read More
Nordic countries have changed their travel advisories regarding traveling to the United States primarily because of concerns related to LGBTQ+ rights of transgender and non-binary travelers. These advisories have been …
LGBTQ – don’t travel to the USA Read More
Denmark has made a strategic return to Malaysia, rebuilding its diplomatic presence with renewed ambition. Leading this resurgence is H.E. Kirstine Vangkilde Berner, a seasoned diplomat with two decades of …
Denmark is back on the scene: new embassy and Ambassador in Kuala Lumpur Read More
Malaysia has attracted 97 Swedish manufacturing projects with a total value of RM7.77 billion, contributing to the creation of 5,982 job opportunities, says Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, …
Sweden has invested in 97 manufacturing projects in Malaysia worth RM7.77 billion Read More
Norwegian singer-songwriter Peder Elias is set to perform live in Manila on Saturday 12 April 2025 at Teatrino Promenade, promising fans an unforgettable evening of music and connection. In the …
Norwegian pop star Peder Elias to perform in Manila on 12 April Read More