ScandAsia Magazine June 2023
The ScandAsia magazine for May 2023 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia June 2023 You can also read …
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“Nonhuman” themed International Book Fair to be held in Seoul
The Seoul International Book Fair will be held in Seoul, South Korea, from 14-18 June 2023 under the theme of “Nonhuman” which refers to human-related issues like climate crisis, extinctions …
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Norway expects smoke from Canadian wildfire, Europe joins forces with Canada
Norwegian scientists predicted on Thursday, 8 June 2023 that the smoke from wildfires in Canada would enter Norway but would not pose any danger to the health of the average …
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Scandinavian tourists face problems exchanging kroners for local currency’s abroad
Several countries will no longer exchange Norwegian kroners for the local currency. This has made Norges Bank warn Norwegians to take action before their trip. Norges Bank informs NRK that …
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Danske Bank puts Norwegian retail unit up for sale
Danske Bank has raised its long-term earnings target and said it plans to divest its Norwegian retail business. The plan is part of a strategy to catch up with more …
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Chinese leading EVs of BYD now available in Laos
Sales and service of the Chinese leading electric vehicle company, BYD, are now available in Laos by distributors, Lao Thani and Auto Asia, following the recent signing of Memorandum of …
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Vietnam businesses must implement green practices to expand export to EU
Experts said at the Vietnam ESG Investor Conference in Ho Chi Minh City that Vietnam businesses must implement their “sustainable and responsible corporate behavior” in order to expand exports to …
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Norwegian airline receives passengers 17 percent higher in May
The airline, Norwegian, had a total of 1,900,211 passengers in May 2023, which is up to 17 percent from May 2022. “Many of our customers took advantage of the long …
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Chinese demand for Norwegian salmon on the rise
The Seafood Council’s CEO Christian Chramer said in his latest monthly report that while Europe remains the largest market for Norwegian seafood, there are signs of a shift in demand. …
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Join EuroCham Green Business Forum in Cambodia
The European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham Cambodia) will organize the Green Business Forum on “Pioneering Innovation for a Sustainable Future” on Friday, 9 june 2023 at Oakwood Premier …
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Norway and Vietnam promote marine aquaculture cooperation
A seminar, “Norway-Vietnam: Strengthening Cooperation in Marine Aquaculture” was held in Nha Trang city, Vietnam on Monday, 5 June 2023 to promote further cooperation in the fishery sector as both …
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Norwegian police have notified Thailand about Norwegian murder suspect
Norwegian police have notified Thailand about the Norwegian man accused of murder, who returned back to his home country May 26. This is what police lawyer Eirik Braathen told NRK. …
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Join seminar “The Next Phase of EU-Thailand Free Trade Negotiation”
The European Association for Business and Commerce in Thailand (EABC) invites you to join the Luncheon Seminar on “The Next Phase of EU-Thailand Free Trade Negotiation” which will be hold …
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Chinese influencer sells Norwegian cod liver oil on TikTok
Chinese TikTok influencer Xiu Xian sold 11,000 bottles of Norwegian cod liver oil in less than two hours. Norwegian company Orkla have been inviting Chinese TikTokers and influencers to Lofoten, …
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Philippines now becomes member of Mandela Rules group supporting human rights
The Philippines has now become the 37th member of the Group of Friends (GoF) of the Mandela Rules which supports human rights of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs), said the …
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Philippines and Norway to collaborate in advancing migrant workers welfare
The Philippines Ambassador to Oslo, Norway, Enrico Fos, recently met with International Organization for Migrants (IOM) Chief of Mission, Fumiko Nagano, to discuss collaborations in implementing rights and conditions for …
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Norwegian Refugee Council give warnings as Rohingya refugee rations are reduced
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is warning that an extensive new cut in food rations for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh will have a deadly impact. According to the World Food …
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Norwegian accused of murder in Phuket has returned home
A 50-year-old Norwegian man accused of murder has returned home to Norway, where he has turned himself in to the police. That is according to Norwegian TV 2. The man …
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Norway’s wealth fund puts Indonesian firm under observation
Norway’s wealth fund has placed Semen Indonesia, an Indonesian state-controlled cement maker, under observation for three years for the “risk of damage” to prehistoric cave paintings on Sulawesi Island by …
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Business in Asia / Denmark / Energy / Finland / Iceland / Norway / Sustainability / Sweden / Thailand
Webinar organized for Nordic businesses eyeing to invest in Thailand
Thailand Board of Investments (BOI), Nordic office, will organize the webinar, “Doing Business in Thailand: Opportunities in the Green Technology sector” via Zoom on Tuesday, 30 May 2023 from 10 …
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Norwegian artist Peder Elias to perform in Taiwan
The Norwegian artist, Peder Elias, announced on his social media that he will perform at “So Wonderful Festival” in Taoyuan, Taiwan on 3 June 2023. Elias is known from his …
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European Film Festival 2023 taking place in multiple cities of Vietnam
The European Film Festival 2023 is taking place in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hue of Vietnam. The event is screening nearly twenty contemporary European films including multiple award-winning …
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Scandinavians have the highest coffee consumption
Coffee is among the most common non-alcoholic beverages worldwide, but according to new data, the highest consumption of the brew is among Scandinavians. World Population Review has collected data that …
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Norwegian man has died in motorbike accident in Thailand
The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the death of a Norwegian citizen in Thailand. The man was killed when missing a turn on a motorbike. His injuries were …
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Equinor postpones its offshore wind farm project in Norway
The Norwegian energy corporation, Equinor, announced to postpone its Trollvind offshore wind farm project in Norway on Monday. “This decision is based on several challenges facing the project, including technology …
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Urassaya to attend Louis Vuitton event as Friend of the House in Italy
The Thai-Norwegian star, Urassaya Sperbund, shared that she will attend the Louis Vuitton Cruise Collection 2023 event as a Friend of the House of the brand. The event will be …
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Sweden should be admitted to NATO in July according to Norway’s PM
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere told foreign correspondents in Oslo on Monday, May 22, that NATO’s summit in July should give approval for Sweden to become a member of …
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EuroCham Cambodia to organize “Open Office Day” event
The European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham Cambodia) will organize the “Open Office Day” event on 13 June 2023 from 5 PM to 7 PM. The event’s purpose is …
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Six students to represent Philippines in International Mathematical Olympiad
The Philippines recently announced that there will be six high school students to represent the country in the 64th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). The students were chosen based on the …
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Welcome to The Social, National Day Celebration organized by the Thai Nordic Association!
On the 19th of May, the Thai Nordic Association organized an event at the Landmark Hotel on Sukhumvit. This organization was founded already in 1920 and serves the Thai-Nordic community …
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Learn and network during “AI and Machine Learning -Trends and Caveats” event
The Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce (TNCC) in collaboration with the Spanish-Thai Chamber of Commerce (SPTCC) and The Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand will hold the event, “AI and …
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Denmark aims for closer Nordic security ties
Denmark said on Tuesday, May 16, that it aims to strengthen defense ties with other Nordic countries. Partnering up would help protect critical infrastructure and counter the Russian threat both …
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ScandAsia Magazine May 2023
The ScandAsia magazine for May 2023 is now distributed. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia May 2023 You can also read …
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Norway’s king Harald released from hospital
Norway’s King Harald V was released from hospital on Monday, May 15, after receiving treatment for an infection, the Norwegian palace has stated. The 86-year-old monarch was admitted to Oslo’s …
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Business in Asia / China / Innovation & Technology / Norway / Sustainability / Transportation, maritime
Norwegian ferries revolutionized by Chinese electric innovation
Norway is electrifying all means of transportation including cars, buses and ferries. The country is working on maintaining its position as the world’s leader in electric mobility users per capita. …
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Chinese FM vows to further climate change cooperation with Norway
The fighting climate change and the transition to a green development model can become new key areas for China and Norway’s cooperation. This is according to the Chinese Foreign Minister …
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Norwegians get 144 hours of visa-free entry to China
Norwegians will no longer have to apply for a visa to China if they are going to stay in the country for no more than six days, and are traveling …
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Norway concerned about human rights in China
Norway’s Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Stoere, met with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Oslo on Friday, May 12. After the meeting the Prime Minister said that he had expressed …
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China and Norway need to promote trade liberalization, says Chinese foreign minister
China’s foreign minister Qin Gang said China and Norway need to jointly promote trade liberalization on Thursday, 11 May 2023. Qin is currently in Europe for a three-nation trip. He …
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Norway takes over Arctic Council leadership from Russia
Norway took over the Arctic Council leadership from Russia on Thursday, 11 May 2023. Russia’s role as the chairmanship came to an end after its invasion of Ukraine. It was …
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Norway announces $6.5 million support for Rohingya refugees
The Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment has announced, that the country will contribute 70 million NOK, equivalent to USD 6.5 million, to the energy and environment program of the …
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Norwegian royals to visit Denmark in June
The Danish Royal Court announced that the upcoming official visit of King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway to Denmark will occur on 16-17 June 2023. Their royal highnesses will …
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Newly-appointed honorary consul to strengthen ties between Norway and Penang
Penang-born Datuk Lio Chee Yeong has been officially appointed as the honorary consul of Norway in Penang, Malaysia. The ceremony was held simultaneously with the announcement of the opening of …
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Thai-Nordic Association to hold “The Social: National Day” in Bangkok
The Thai-Nordic Association (TNA) will organize “The Social: National Day” on Friday, 19 May 2023, from 6.00 PM to 9.30 PM at The Landmark, Bangkok, Thailand. The event will be …
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Norway among key stops on Chinese foreign minister’s European tour
China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang will pay official trips to three European nations from May 8 to 12, Beijing announced on Monday. The spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, said in …
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Norway’s King Harald hospitalized with infection
Norway’s King Harald has been hospitalized with an infection, the royal household said in a statement on Monday. The 86-year-old monarch is in a stable condition and will remain in …
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Thailand aims to conclude three deals with internationals by 2024
Director General of Thailand’s Department of Trade Negotiation, Mrs. Auramon Supthaweethum, said the country aims to conclude three deals with international partners by 2024 including the free-trade agreement (FTA) with …
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Norwegian preschool chain “Dibber” to open more schools in foreign countries
The Norwegian preschool chain, Dibber International, will open one-hundred more schools in India in the next three years. Since established in 2003 in Norway for children in the age group …
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Norwegian Cruise Line to resume sailing in Asia after three years
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) recently announced it will resume sailing in Asia after more than three years when the newly revitalized Norwegian Jewel makes her grand return to Tokyo on …
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CEO of Norway’s wealth fund denies pay discrimination
The CEO of Norway’s $1.4 trillion sovereign wealth fund, Nicolai Tangen, has denied accusations of gender pay discrimination during a court case brought by a female employee. Elisabeth Bull Daae, …
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