Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Norwegian telecom giant Telenor has agreed to sell its 51 percent stake in Myanmar’s mobile financial services provider Wake Money, Nikkei Asia reports. According to people close to the deal, Telenor …
Sources say Telenor is to sell its stake in Myanmar’s Wave Money Read More
As the year 2021 came to an end, the Norwegian Embassy in Yangon affirmed Norway’s commitment to the situation in Myanmar while joining the people of Myanmar in the hope …
Norway joins the people of Myanmar in the hope for a better 2022 Read More
Denmark’s last humanitarian grant of 2021, called the Tsunami Reserve, was on 31 December sent to conflict-affected and climate-affected countries including Myanmar, countries in the Sahel region of West Africa, …
Myanmar receives part of Denmark last humanitarian grant of 2021 Read More
Earlier this month on 16 December, EuroCham Myanmar concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with more than 10 other BeLux & EuroCham Chambers in Asia, the Chamber writes. “This MoU is …
EuroCham Myanmar concluded MoU with other BeLux & EuroCham Chambers in Asia Read More
Because of the rising number of covid cases Denmark has from the 27 December implemented new requirements when travelling into Denmark. From now on, travelers without permanent residency …
Denmark has implemented new procedures for entering the country Read More
In a joint statement on 24 December, the Nordic countries of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland were amongst several countries condemning attacks on civilians in Myanmar’s Karen State. The statement reads: …
The Nordic joint statement condemning attacks on civilians in Myanmar’s Karen State Read More
In a statement on 17 December, the Embassy of Sweden Section Office in Yangon said that free media is essential for the protection of human rights while expressing concern over the recent …
Sweden is concerned about the recent rise of attacks against media in Myanmar Read More
To help improve the livelihood of small-scale farmers in Myanmar, Denmark supports the Myanmar Institute for Integrated Development (MIID) to strengthen the resilience of rural communities in Southern Shan State. …
Danish livelihood support local farmers in Myanmar’s Southern Shan State Read More
On 10 December, Maria Ressa from the Philippines was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize during a pomp-filled ceremony in Oslo, Norway. She was awarded the prize together with Russian Dmitry …
Filipino journalist receives Nobel Peace Prize, just as the number of imprisoned journalists is breaking records Read More
To mark the annual Human Rights Day on 10 December, all four Nordic Embassies in Myanmar affirmed their continuous support to the people of Myanmar. In a statement, the Embassy of …
Nordic Embassies honor human rights victims in Myanmar Read More
In a declaration on 6 December by the High Representative Josep Borrell on behalf of the European Union on the situation in Myanmar, the EU condemned the trial and sentencing …
EU condemns the trial and sentencing of Aung San Suu Kyi & President Win Myint Read More
In 1991, Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi won the Nobel Peace Prize – 30 years later she has been indicted by those she has dedicated her life to …
Norwegian Nobel chair: Myanmar’s process against Suu Kyi has low credibility Read More
Sweden supports three United Nations agencies’ initiatives to help everyone in the ASEAN region protect and respect the rights of children to a healthy environment, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok states. …
Sweden supports children’s rights to a healthy environment in the ASEAN region Read More
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod took to Twitter to condemn the Myanmar Military’s actions after security forces on the morning of 5 December drove a car into anti-junta protesters in Myanmar. …
Danish Foreign Minister condemns Myanmar military after protest turns deadly in Yangon Read More
Norway has become the newest donor to the multi-donor Access to Health Fund managed by UNOPS Myanmar, the Norwegian Embassy in Yangon recently announced. The main purpose of the Fund is to …
Norway becomes newest donor to the Access to Health Fund managed by UNOPS Myanmar Read More
In connection with UN’s International Day Against Violence Against Women on 25 November, the Embassy of Finland’s Senior Specialist Sanna Takala wrote a blog post about Finland’s activities which strive …
Finland supports the realization of women’s rights in Myanmar amid the conflict Read More
On 27 November, Myanmar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs raised strong objectives to a joint statement they called ‘biased’ released by a total of seven countries including Norway, the United …
Myanmar’s MOFA condemns the joint statement released by Norway and 6 other countries Read More
The Swedish forensic technology developer company MSAB has previously been criticized for how their groundbreaking technology has been used against political opposition, pro-democracy protestors, and refugees, SVT writes. The software …
Swedish technology is being used against protestors in Hong Kong Read More
Aye Chan Naing, executive director and chief editor of the independent Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB), was recently recognized with an International Press Freedom award for his efforts to …
Norway-based DVB journalist recognized with International Press Freedom Award Read More
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and partners in Asia set out to explore pathways to enhance the protection of Rohingya in the Asia region. According to this press release, the project …
DRC and partners set out to protect Rohingya refugees in Asia Read More
The Norwegian Embassy in Yangon has welcomed Mr. Tommy Flakk who takes up the role as the new Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Norwegian Embassy in Yangon. Mr. …
Norwegian Embassy in Yangon welcome new Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission Read More
On 14 November, a delegation from the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar led by Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy, Mr. Anders Karlsen and a delegation from the Norwegian Embassy in …
Denmark and Norway took part in the Remembrance Day ceremony in Myanmar Read More
Telenor employees across the Nordics and Asia prove they intend to remain at the forefront of upskilling to meet the rapidly changing demands of global customers by setting a new …
Telenor employees across the Nordic and Asia write e-learning history Read More
In connection with the one year anniversary of the general elections in Myanmar on 8 November 2020, Danish Minister for Development Cooperation Mr. Flemming Møller Mortensen commented on the matter …
Danish Minister for Development Cooperation: Denmark is with the people of Myanmar Read More
Telenor’s plans to sell its Myanmar business to Lebanon’s M1 Group have been stalled as Myanmar’s military junta have indicated it favored at least part-ownership by a local company, according …
Telenor sale of Myanmar business stalls as junta seeks local buyer participation Read More
On 8 November, one year after parliamentary elections were held in Myanmar both the Embassy of Sweden in Yangon and the Norwegian Embassy in Yangon reiterated their support to the …
Sweden and Norway supports the democratic commitment of the people of Myanmar Read More
In a declaration released on 8 November by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the situation in Myanmar, the EU strongly condemns the grave human rights …
EU condemns grave human rights violations by the Myanmar armed forces since the coup Read More
The Myanmar military has since September laid landmines at telecommunications towers owned by or leased to mobile operators including Norway’s Telenor, media Myanmar Now writes in a recent article. According to Myanmar …
Myanmar military lays landmines around Telenor’s telecom towers Read More
In a recent post, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok spoke to Pongsatorn Chanwong who is currently working as a Consultant at Business Sweden Thailand, including Myanmar, Cambodia & Lao PDR. Pongsatorn …
Pongsatorn Chanwong on his current role as Consultant at Business Sweden Thailand Read More
On 2 November, at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Koen Doens, Director-General for International Partnerships at the European Commission, highlighted the crucial role of programs such …
Team Europe mobilizes € 783 million for green infrastructure to boost economic recovery in ASEAN Read More
All four Nordic Embassies in Myanmar including the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar, the Embassy of Sweden in Yangon, the Norwegian Embassy in Yangon, and the Embassy of Finland in Yangon have called for immediate …
Nordic Embassies calls for immediate humanitarian access to be granted for Thantlang Read More
Swedish-Swiss Tetra Pak, the world-leading processing and packaging solutions company has appointed Ratanasiri Tilokskulchai as the new Managing Director, according to this company statement. With over 10 years of experience at …
Tetra Pak Thailand appoints new Managing Director Read More
The European Chamber of Commerce Myanmar invites you to their upcoming webinar entitled ‘Doing Responsible Business in Myanmar: What does doing “heightened human rights due diligence” mean?’ on 3 …
Learn more about doing Responsible Business in Myanmar Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Manilla has announced that the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals 2022-2023 is now published. SI Scholarship is a fully funded international scholarship program for master’s …
Embassy of Sweden in Manilla announces Swedish scholarship opportunity Read More
From his home in the small rural town of Klang in Ubon Rachatani, Kurt Rasmussen is fighting the Danish pension system. He is the chairman and founder of “Pension supplement …
The Battle for Equal Danish Pension Read More
In a recent press release, the High Representative on behalf of the European Union declares to support the work of the ASEAN Special Envoy. The declaration reads: Ahead of the ASEAN Summit …
Myanmar: EU declares to support the work of the ASEAN Special Envoy Read More
In a recent statement, the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar affirms the country’s continuing commitment to save jobs and fight the pandemic in Myanmar. Through the Danish ‘Responsible Business Fund’, Denmark has …
Denmark remains committed to saving jobs and fighting the pandemic in Myanmar Read More
In a recent update, the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar welcomes H.E. Anders Lønstrup Graugaard who was appointed new Chargé d’ Affaires e. p. of the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar on …
Denmark’s new Head of Missions arrive at the Embassy in Myanmar Read More
Do you dream of moving to Denmark with your foreign spouse, but the process seems unmanageable? Danes Worldwide helps you understand the rules and the application process at their three …
Danes Worldwide webinar: Family reunification according to the Danish rules Read More
Local and regional elections will be held in Denmark on Tuesday 16 November 2021. Voters who are eligible to vote in the election can submit their postal vote at their …
Danes can vote by mail for the local and regional elections at their local Embassy Read More
The Norwegian company Telenor’s decision to sell its Myanmar branch to the blacklisted M1 Group company has been under heavy fire since it was announced. The sale is believed to …
Norwegian OECD contact point will process complaint over Telenor’s sale in Myanmar Read More
The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) works for sustainable development and helps to create better-living conditions for people living in poverty and oppression. The organization has just moved one …
Military coup overshadows Sweden’s work in Myanmar Read More
On 27 September, the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar welcomed the Embassy’s new head of mission, Mr. Anders Graugaard who recently arrived in Myanmar ready to take the helm of the Danish …
Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar welcomes new Head of Missions Read More
In connection with the International Day of Peace on 21 September, the Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar recalled the UN Secretary General’s call for a global ceasefire while the Royal Norwegian Embassy in …
Denmark and Norway mark International Day of Peace in Myanmar Read More
Last week, Norway’s Telenor said in a press release that the telecom giant’s continued presence in Myanmar is not possible while giving more background for the company’s decision to sell its Myanmar …
Telenor Group: continued presence in Myanmar not possible for Telenor Read More
The plot thickens in the much-criticized planned sale of Telenor’s Myanmar branch to the Lebanese conglomerate M1 Group. The Norwegian phone network operator now claims that the military junta of …
Telenor claims the military junta of Myanmar demanded spy gear on their network Read More
Myanmar’s junta are reluctant to approve the sale of Telenor Group’s Myanmar business to the Lebanese investment company M1 group, sources close to the matter have confirmed, according to Nikkei …
Myanmar junta “very unlikely” to approve Telenor Myanmar sale Read More
To mark International Literacy Day, which is celebrated annually worldwide on 8 September, the Norwegian Embassy in Myanmar affirmed Norway’s commitment to supporting young people’s access to education in Myanmar …
Norway continues to support young people’s access to education in Myanmar Read More
An international team of researchers from Finland, Myanmar, and France has studied a timber elephant population in Myanmar and discovered that Asian elephants perform better at a task when …
Researchers from Finland, Myanmar, and France study Asian elephants performance level Read More
Following Telenor’s announcement at the beginning of July on the sale of it’s Myanmar business to M1 Group, the controversial company with reported ties to the Myanmar military, several human …
Op-ed by Head of Telenor Asia on the sale of Telenor’s Myanmar business Read More