Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The conflict between the Thai berry pickers and their employers in Sweden and Finland gained renewed attention last week, as several demonstrations took place in front of the UN, ILO …
Thai berry pickers demonstrate for labor rights Read More
The Chinese Embassy in Norway claims the Norwegian Intelligence Services are calling them out for being an intelligence threat to Norway without factual evidence. In the 2024 “Assessment of Current …
China Denies Allegations of Intelligence Threat to Norway Read More
Last month Norway announced that they will allow deep-sea mining exploration on their continental shelf. They argue that the rest of the world can no longer afford to fall behind …
Norway allows deep sea mining to compete with China Read More
Over USD 100,000 has already been collected, says leaders from Bali. The head of Bali Tourism Office, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, told reporters from The Bali Sun the following: “We tested …
Tourism Tax in Bali has already earned $100,000 Read More
Norse Atlantic Airline has announced new direct flights between Oslo, Norway, and Bangkok, Thailand. To celebrate this announcement the staff from Norse Atlantic Airways went on the streets of Oslo …
New direct flights between Oslo and Thailand Read More
According to the Norwegian national security and intelligence agencies, the threats against Norway are at their highest and have not been this serious in decades. China and Russia are the …
Norwegian intelligence sees China as a thread Read More
In the Philippines they have announced a collaboration between themselves and Norway, where the Philippines aim to have 35% renewable energy by 2030. This means they will decrease their use …
The Philippines teams up with Norway for greener energy Read More
The Indonesian Minister of Environment and Forestry, Siti Nurbaya and the Norwegian ambassador to Indonesia Rut Kruger Giverin met this Monday to mark the beginning of the process to fight …
Norway and Indonesia working together against deforestation Read More
From the second half of 2024, all foreigners will be able to skip the manual passport control and instead use the automatic lanes in Singapore. The automated passport control lanes, …
Automated Passport control for all in Singapore Read More
The Norwegian specialty coffee roaster, café chain and bar concept is planning to open a shop in Jakarta. The opening date hasn’t been revealed yet, but it will be located …
Norwegian Coffeehouse “Fuglen” will open in Indonesia Read More
A delegation of Members of Parliament from Norway, Sweden and Denmark praised the improved access to health services for underprivileged communities in Cambodia on their four day visit. The Nordic …
Nordic MP’s praise access to health services in Cambodia Read More
Chinese tourist are more interested in adventurous and experience-based trips for the Lunar New Year holiday in 2024. This is in stark contrast to the trends pre-pandemic, where Chinese tourists …
New Chinese travelers want Northern Lights and adventure Read More
Cambodia-Visa has introduced a new visa process specifically for Norwegians. The website has also made tailored websites for residents from the following countries: the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland and Qatar. Norwegian …
New Visa Process for Norwegians traveling to Cambodia Read More
The Government of Malaysia has now introduced a one-year Graduate Pass, which allows international students to extend their stay in Malaysia for as much as a year. The pass will …
Scandinavian graduates can now stay for a year in Malaysia Read More
Crude oil from Norway’s Johan Sverdrup oilfield is heading to Asia once again, following a several months long break, because of a closed arbitrage window and a strong demand from …
Norwegian oil sold in Asia again Read More
A renewable energy delegation made the long trip from the Philippines to Norway last week. They arrived during a winter storm, but were, according to the Royal Norwegian Embassy in …
Energy delegation from Philippines visits Norway Read More
The Thai Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, says Norway could play a role in establishing a cross-border aid plan for the people of Myanmar suffering displacement due to the …
Thai Minister of Foreign Affairs: Norway could play a role in Myanmar cross-border aid plan Read More
Ahead of the Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration (also known as Tet Festival) the Norwegian ambassador among others released a video paying tribute to all the Vietnamese street workers – …
Ambassadors pay tribute to Vietnamese street workers Read More
Norway and China made an agreement to strengthen their collaboration on safeguarding multilateralism, upholding free trade and to cooperate in issues of green cooperation. The announcement came after China’s Foreign …
Norway and China agreed on common goals Read More
This week the Norwegian telco group Telenor announced a drop of value in their True Corp investment. A 8.04 billion Norwegian kroner impairment has been announced. In accounting, impairment is …
Telenor recognizes impairment in Thai True Corp investment Read More
The Chinese car HiPhi Z won the El Prix in Norway, held by the Norwegian Automobile Association to test Electric Vehicles’ ability to drive in cold weather. The biannual El …
Chinese HiPhi Z wins cold weather test in Norway Read More
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is advising against swimming on certain beaches in Singapore. Due to the high levels of Enterococcus bacteria the beaches Sembawang Park and Pasir Ris should …
High levels of bacteria makes two beaches in Singapore dangerous Read More
A joint statement from countries of the world urges the military in Myanmar to cease all violence against civilians, as the military coup passes its third anniversary. The joint statement …
Joint statement condemns violence in Myanmar Read More
Way up north, in the Norwegian town of Kirkenes, Chinese energy buses will now be driving on the icy roads. The buses have been constructed by Yutong Bus Co., Ltd., …
Chinese energy buses successful in Kirkenes’ arctic climate Read More
All foreigners will have to pay a tourism tax of 150.000 rupiah ($12.80), when they visit Bali in Indonesia from the 14 February 2024 and onwards. This includes both mainland …
New tourism tax in Bali Read More
An impressive amount of Norwegian frozen cod has been exported to Vietnam. 1,382 tons, which is 141 percent higher than in the same month last year, according to The …
Vietnam increases import of Norwegian cod Read More
The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL)’s Open Day event is an opportunity to experience the school and meet different members, so you can get a better understanding as to …
KL school hosting an Open Day Read More
Nordcham Indonesia and Mandala Consulting host a joint event in Jakarta where the business implications of the Indonesian elections in 2024 will be discussed. High-level executives in Nordic companies and …
Nordcham invites to discuss business implications after Indonesian election Read More
Three staff members of Norwegian People’s Aid in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam, were awarded individual Certificates of Merit on Friday, 26 January 2024. The Awards were given to NPA/RENEW Provincial …
Staff awarded for Norwegian mine clearing in Vietnam Read More
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church invites Norwegian nationals, who are new in Singapore to the event: ‘Ny I Singapore’, on the 3 of February from 12-15 o’ clock. The church will …
Event for new Singaporeans by the Norwegian Seamen’s Church Read More
The Norwegian minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide, will visit China from the 5-6 February 2024. He will visit Beijing and Shanghai, to have a conversation about the cooperation …
Norwegian Foreign Minister plans visit to China Read More
Indonesia’s Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono is interested in the services of the Norwegian company Kongsberg Satellite Service (KSAT). In a news released by the official Indonesian …
Indonesia interested in Norwegian satellite services Read More
An exhibition with Chinese ice sculptures and lanterns opened in Oslo, Norway on Sunday 28 January 2024. In the days leading up to the vent, artistic talents of ice sculptors …
Ice artists from China create exhibition in Oslo Read More
Norway on Saturday welcomed investigations of some UN aid agency staffers’ alleged involvement in the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel but said it will continue to support Palestinians via the …
Norway decides to continue support for UN in Gaza Read More
The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and Norway are partnering to enhance sustainability in the maritime sector, specifically targeting the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships. The collaboration, involving …
The Philippines and Norway forge alliance for green maritime future Read More
Research from Norwegian Rystad Energy shows that Southeast Asia will account for 10% of the region’s total solar capacity by 2030. Countries such as the Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand are …
Norwegian research sets goal for solar energy in Asia Read More
Norway’s decision to pursue deep-sea mining in its territorial waters has sparked intense debate in the European Parliament. Supporters, led by Dutch MEP, Tom Berendsen, argue it addresses Europe’s reliance …
Norway’s deep-sea mining sparks European Parliament debate despite urge for energy independence from China Read More
The court hearing of the case against the Japanese man, Ogu Hiroyuki, who in January 2020 caused the death of the Norwegian woman Nerid Ella Hoiness, has already taken place …
Japanese murderer of Norwegian in Laos soon to be sentenced Read More
Thailand and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) are set to conclude a free trade agreement by the end of this year. This has been confirmed in a meeting between …
Thailand and EFTA expect a free trade agreement by the end of 2024 Read More
Norwegian subsea company IK Group has successfully secured a contract to supply clamps for emergency repairs to an oil and gas pipeline base in China. The contract marks a significant …
Norwegian subsea company makes entry into Asian market Read More
Hong Kong residents no longer have the world’s longest life expectancies. According to the latest government statistics, women in Hong Kong were projected to live until an average age of …
Hong Kong no longer has the world’s longest life expectancy – surpassed by Sweden Read More
Norway, in collaboration with Yara Fertilizers Philippines Inc., has allocated a grant of 4.0 million Philippine Pesos to introduce solar-powered water pumps in the Philippines. The initiative aims to boost …
Norway assists Filipino farmers with solar-powered water pumps Read More
Norway and Denmark have suspended international adoptions, including from Taiwan, pending an investigation into alleged illegal operations. Social and Family Affairs Administration Director, Chien Hui-chuan, has stated that 215 children …
Taiwan among affected by Scandinavian adoptions decision Read More
Indonesia stole the spotlight at Norway’s largest Travel Expo, hosted at the Telenor Arena in Oslo on January 13-14. The Indonesian booth, decorated with the theme “Escape the Winter,” drew …
Indonesia takes center stage at Norway’s Premier Travel Expo in Oslo Read More
The family of Yimin Dong, a Norwegian citizen serving a 13-year prison sentence in China for smuggling Norwegian salmon, has accused SalMar, the world’s second-largest salmon producer, of being complicit …
Family claims Norwegian company knew of salmon smuggling to China Read More
Denmark’s sole international adoption agency, Danish International Adoption (DIA), has announced its decision to cease its facilitation of overseas adoptions. This follows rising concerns raised by a government agency regarding …
Denmark and Norway halt international adoptions amidst allegations of fraud and illegal practices Read More
The Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) has embarked on a marketing campaign to promote the country’s mackerel products in China. In the pursuit NSC has formed strategic partnerships with influential Chinese …
Norwegian mackerel marketed as premium product in China despite sustainability concerns Read More
The surge in Scandinavian flights to Thailand, with Norse Atlantic Airways, Thai Airways and SAS, is to attract more Scandinavian tourists in 2024. Orn Duangchan, Director of the Tourism Authority …
Several Bangkok flights increased to attract Scandinavian tourists Read More
In a strategic move, the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) is trying to revolutionize the perceptions of Norwegian seafood in Thailand. The aim is to capitalize on the nation’s rich culinary …
Norwegian Seafood Council is trying to rebrand Norwegian seafood in Thailand Read More
Norwegian cod farming company, Norcod, has inked a significant deal with a Chinese distribution firm. The deal is for a minimum of 800 tons of fish, constituting around 10 percent …
Norwegian cod farmer lands supply deal with China retailer Read More