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Sweden has expressed strong support for the swift establishment of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and Malaysia. This endorsement aligns with Sweden’s active participation in …
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Bavarian Nordic, a Danish biotechnology company specializing in vaccine development, was on 28 February 2025 granted marketing authorization in the EU for their chikungunya vaccine, VIMKUNYA®. Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne …
Bavarian Nordic secures EU approval for first chikungunya vaccine Read More
A Swedish parliamentary delegation recently visited Malaysia as part of a diplomatic initiative to strengthen bilateral relations and deepen their understanding of the country’s political and social landscape. The delegation …
Swedish Parliamentary Delegation Visits Malaysia for Bilateral Discussions Read More
Lars Lund Rasmussen, who served as Denmark’s Consul General in Chongqing, China, from February 2017 to August 2019, has taken on a new role as General Manager of Famobra GmbH’s …
Former Danish Consul General in Chongqing in new job in Asia Read More
Norwegian Offshore Rental (NOR), a prominent provider of offshore equipment rental services, announced earlier this year its strategic expansion into the Asia-Pacific (APAC) market through the acquisition of Clockwise Subsea. …
Norwegian Offshore Rental Expands into Asia-Pacific with Acquisition of Clockwise Subsea Read More
The Danish Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Berhad recently announced its financial results for the year ending 31 December 2024, recording an increase in revenue to RM2.4 billion and a rise in …
Carlsberg Malaysia Reports RM337 Million Net Profit – but declining sales in Singapore Read More
Trading is a world of numbers, screens and sharp suits – or so it looks from the outside. For the newbies, it’s like walking into a foreign country with a …
What Every Beginner Needs to Know About Trading Read More
A delegation from Sarawak visited Norway last week to explore innovative urban planning strategies in Oslo and Bergen that could be applied to the development of Kapit. Kapit is a …
Sarawak delegation visits Norway to study urban planning Read More
Danish carbon reduction technology leader Topsoe has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia-based FatHopes Energy to assess the feasibility of developing a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) refinery in …
Danish Topsoe signs agreement with FatHopes Energy to explore sustainable aviation fuel production in Malaysia Read More
Norwegian pop duo M2M, known for hits like Don’t Say You Love Me and Mirror Mirror, are reuniting for The Better Endings Tour in 2025, with multiple stops across Asia. …
M2M to perform across Asia in 2025 as part of ‘The Better Endings Tour’ Read More
Asian women living in Denmark face significant challenges in the labour market, particularly in gaining access to employment opportunities and overcoming stereotypes. A recent report by researcher Isha Thapa, titled “An …
Asian women face challenges in Denmark’s labour market Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for February 2025 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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Carlsberg Group, the Danish brewing company, reported a 1.9 percent increase in revenue in 2024, totaling DKK 75.01 billion ($10.37 billion), and a 2.8 percent rise in operating profit, reaching DKK …
Carlsberg strengthens position in China’s premium beer market Read More
IKEA Malaysia has expanded its reach by launching an online store specifically for customers in Sabah and Sarawak. This initiative allows residents in these regions to purchase IKEA products at …
IKEA Malaysia launches online store for customers in Sabah and Sarawak Read More
Members of SWEA International in Southeast Asia will gather for their Regional Annual Meeting on March 10, 2025, at 18:00 via Google Meet. The meeting is expected to bring together …
SWEA chapters in Southeast Asia to hold regional annual meeting in March Read More
Carlsberg is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a specially designed limited-edition look for its beer, created in collaboration with the artistic duo 1983ASIA. The Danish brewer has launched …
Carlsberg unveils limited-edition design for Lunar New Year campaign across Asia Read More
Finnish electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider Scanfil is expanding its operations in Malaysia with a EUR 4.3 million investment in its Johor Bahru facility. This move follows the company’s acquisition …
Scanfil expands production in Malaysia to meet growing demand Read More
Finnish citizens residing abroad will have the opportunity to vote early in Finland’s 2025 regional and municipal elections this spring. Advance voting will take place from April 2 to 5, …
Finnish expats can vote early in 2025 regional elections Read More
The Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) participated in MATKA 2025, Northern Europe’s largest travel fair, held in Helsinki from January 16 to 19, 2025. The event provided an opportunity to highlight …
Sarawak Tourism Board participated at MATKA 2025 in Helsinki Read More
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia, through its Embassy in Stockholm, provides an important update regarding the bus accident that occurred near Lake Åsvatnet, Norway, on December 26, 2024, …
Only two Malaysian passengers were involved in bus accident in Norway Read More
Four Malaysian nationals involved in a deadly bus crash in Norway have been confirmed safe with minor injuries, according to Malaysia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The incident occurred Thursday when …
Four Malaysians safe after fatal Norway bus crash Read More
A serious bus accident in northern Norway has left three people dead and four injured, with passengers from Malaysia, Singapore, and several other countries on board. The incident occurred yesterday …
3 killed, 4 injured in Norway bus accident including passengers from Malaysia and Singapore Read More
King Harald of Norway has garnered attention by presenting the King’s Medal of Merit for the first time in 12 years, honoring 15 individuals for their exceptional service. All 15 …
After health incident in Malaysia: Norwegian King awards special medal to 15 people Read More
Swedish fintech firm Vilja will establish a development center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, by 2025, investing RM50 million over the first five years. The move aligns with Vilja’s plans to …
Swedish Fintech Vilja to open development center in Kuala Lumpur Read More
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen kicked off his visit to Southeast Asia by officially opening Denmark’s new embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This move comes as part of a …
Danish FM inaugurates new embassy and meets with PM in Malaysia Read More
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen will commence a two-day working visit to Malaysia starting Tuesday, December 11, 2024. In a statement, the Malaysian Foreign Ministry announced that Rasmussen plans …
Danish FM has begun his two-day visit to Malaysia Read More
Indonesia and Malaysia are working together to address the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The issue was discussed at the 12th Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) meeting in Jakarta. …
Indonesia and Malaysia push for fair EU palm oil regulations Read More
Swedish luxury lifestyle brand Golden Concept has opened its first Malaysian boutique in Pavilion Mall, Kuala Lumpur. Known for premium Apple Watch and iPhone cases, the brand targets consumers seeking …
Swedish luxury brand Golden Concept expands to Malaysia Read More
Carlsberg Malaysia is celebrating its 55th anniversary with an impressive investment of RM343 million to transform its brewery. This initiative aims to boost growth and integrate sustainable practices into its …
Carlsberg Malaysia invests RM343 million to enhance brewery and promote sustainability Read More
Danish soft rock band Michael Learns to Rock launched their “Take Us to Your Heart” Asia tour on November 1 in Nusa Dua, Bali. With the tour now in full …
Danish band ‘Michael Learns to Rock’ on Asia tour: “It feels like a second home to us” Read More
On November 3, 2024, Mount Lewotobi erupted in Indonesia, disrupting air travel to and from Bali. This eruption prompted several international airlines to cancel flights. The Danish Foreign Ministry has …
Danish Foreign Ministry warns travelers in Bali Read More
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce has announced its annual Christmas party, set to take place on December 1, 2024, at The British Club Bangkok’s Back Lawn. The event aims to …
Thai-Norwegian chamber of commerce throw Christmas party Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for November 2024 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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Oliver Kastell, a swedish 21-year-old TikTok sensation with over half a million followers, recently opened up about his challenging experience while filming the Swedish reality show “Good Luck Guys.” The …
Influencer sick while filming Swedish reality show in Malaysia Read More
Peikko Group, a company that makes eco-friendly construction materials, just celebrated one year since opening its factory in Malaysia. This factory supports Malaysia’s green goals, which are part of a …
Peikko marks one year in Malaysia, driving green construction goals Read More
Malaysia joins Indonesia, Norway, and Qatar in backing a UN resolution to expel Israel if it violates international law, The Star reports. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says the coalition, which …
Malaysia joins call for Israel’s expulsion from UN Read More
Top Swedish companies, which have been investing in Malaysia’s industrial development since the country’s independence, are now turning their expertise toward the nation’s green economy transition. This initiative aligns with …
Swedish investment in Malaysia’s green transition Read More
National Geographic has unveiled 25 travel destinations to explore in the coming year. Among this year’s featured locations are Malaysia, Stockholm, and Bangkok. After the long pandemic-induced pause, travelers can …
National Geographic: Visit Malaysia, Sweden and Thailand in 2025 Read More
GRAMMY-nominated Norwegian art/folk-pop singer Aurora is bringing her “What Happened to the Earth” tour to Asia after performing across Europe and the Americas. The Asia leg starts in Manila on …
Norwegian singer Aurora brings tour to Asia Read More
Cambodia backs Thailand’s new visa plan to boost regional tourism, according to the Bangkok Post. Cambodia has officially backed Thailand’s initiative for a six-country single visa plan, known as “6 …
Cambodia backs Thailand’s new visa plan to boost regional tourism Read More
A significant day for diplomatic relations unfolded on October 21, 2024, as three Nordic ambassadors officially presented their Letters of Credence to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, …
Nordic Ambassadors present credentials to the King of Malaysia Read More
LEGO Group has launched a new campaign in Malaysia to promote creative play and family bonding in response to concerns over declining playtime opportunities. The campaign, titled “#LEGOSerlahkanKreativitiAndaMY,” is part …
LEGO launches campaign in Malaysia to encourage play Read More
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia have surged, making the country the second-largest destination for EU waste, despite the Malaysian government’s promise to stop this influx. In 2023, Malaysia received …
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia surge despite Government pledge Read More
A new partnership between the International Maritime Organization’s TEST Biofouling Project and the Maritime Technology Cooperation Centre of Asia aims to improve biofouling management in Asia and limit the spread …
New partnership to combat biofouling in Asia Read More
Nordic countries and multiple Asian countries have signed a letter of support for UN chief António Guterres after Israel’s persona non grata declaration, effectively barring him from acting as a …
Nordic and Asian countries defend UN chief after diplomatic ban Read More
On the occasion of the European and World Day Against the Death Penalty, both the Embassy of Finland in Beijing and the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar reaffirmed their firm …
Danish and Finnish Embassies oppose death penalty Read More
Norway’s sovereign wealth fund has stopped monitoring the Malaysian glove maker Supermax, two years after placing the company under observation due to concerns over human rights violations. The decision comes …
Norway’s wealth fund ends monitoring of Malaysian glove maker Supermax Read More
Norway’s highest court has declared the Norwegian chapter of the notorious motorcycle club Satudarah a criminal organization, banning its operations in the country according to Euronews. Established in the Netherlands …
Norway bans Satudarah motorcycle club with Indonesian origins Read More
The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs will submit a new report to Stortinget in 2025, outlining the assistance provided to Norwegian citizens abroad, including during crises. The ministry is now …
Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs seeks input for new report on citizen assistance abroad Read More
Planning a family trip soon? The Danish Embassy in Kuala Lumpur has shared crucial information from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Citizen Service that all parents should read. Imagine arriving …
Danish Embassy shares important advisory when traveling with minors Read More