Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has become an unlikely internet sensation in China, where fans have turned the Manchester City striker into a meme phenomenon. Fresh from helping Norway qualify …
Haaland becomes viral sensation among Chinese football fans Read More
A Chinese citizen arrested near a military facility in northern Norway on suspicion of attempted illegal intelligence activity has been released from custody after investigators said the grounds for suspicion …
Chinese citizen released from custody in Norway espionage case Read More
A new proposed partnership between the University of Oslo’s Norwegian Centre for Human Rights and Hasanuddin University in Makassar aims to strengthen cooperation between Southeast Asia and the Nordic region …
Indonesia and Norway explore new partnership for peace and human rights Read More
A chance encounter on a street in the Philippines changed the course of Norwegian Erlend Johannesen’s life. More than twenty years later, Streetlight continues to support vulnerable children and families. …
Norwegian Erlend saw a street child’s funeral in the Philippines. Today, hundreds of children benefit from his work Read More
Since April 2026, Singapore has started implementing its brand new ‘Return Right’ scheme, in a bid to improve domestic recycling, expecting to recover no less than 16,000+ tonnes of material …
Scandinavian know-how and solutions support Singapore’s new consumer recycling initiative Read More
A defence deal between Malaysia and Norway has collapsed after Norway revoked the export licence for Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy’s Littoral Combat Ships. The …
Malaysia faces major financial losses after Norwegian defence deal collapse Read More
High in the mountains of northern Luzon, something unusual is happening. Energy companies are planting forests to keep the lights on. A renewable energy partnership between Filipino utility SN Aboitiz …
With help from Norway, trees are now part of the power grid in the Philippines Read More
Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has been named global brand ambassador for WALOVI, the international version of the Chinese herbal tea drink Wang Lao Ji, ahead of the 2026 FIFA …
Norway’s Haaland becomes face of Chinese herbal drink brand ahead of World Cup Read More
A new partnership between SAS and Garuda Indonesia will make it easier to travel between Scandinavia and Indonesia on a single ticket. From the Winter 2026/2027 schedule, passengers flying with …
Flying between Scandinavia and Indonesia now gets easier with new airline deal Read More
A football match became a diplomatic meeting point in Dhaka as diplomats from Norway, Sweden, Malaysia and Vietnam joined colleagues from several other countries for a friendly match against a …
Nordic and Asian diplomats strengthen friendship through football Read More
A new regional partnership between Norway and ASEAN aims to reshape how Southeast Asia uses its oceans, with a focus on fishing, food production and long-term sustainability, Antara News reports. …
Norway launches major ocean partnership with ASEAN in Jakarta Read More
A night of celebration and goodbyes marked Norway’s Constitution Day in Manila, as diplomats gathered in Pasay City to honour both history and a long-standing partnership. The Royal Norwegian Embassy …
Norway marks Constitution Day in Manila with diplomatic reception and farewell to ambassador Read More
Indonesian authorities in Bali have intensified enforcement against foreign influencers and content creators using tourist visas for commercial activities, leading to dozens of detentions and deportations. The crackdown follows growing …
Paradise island cracks down on foreign influencers working on tourist visa Read More
Norwegian Ambassador to ASEAN, Mariann Ruud Hagen, has described ASEAN as an important pillar of stability in an increasingly uncertain world marked by geopolitical tensions, conflict, and economic challenges. In …
Norwegian ambassador highlights ASEAN’s role in regional stability Read More
May seemed to fly by, and June was suddenly around the corner. Perhaps its because I have reached a more respectable age and everything seems to move faster while I …
Summer in the City! Read More
Norway has launched a new nationwide seafood campaign in China featuring Norwegian football star Erling Haaland as demand for Norwegian salmon continues to grow in the Chinese market. The campaign, …
Norway launches new salmon campaign in China with Erling Haaland Read More
Cannes 2026 appeared quiet for Nordic cinema at first glance, with few standalone films from the region in competition. But Nordic presence was still clearly felt, just in a different …
Nordic co-producers behind Asian films at Cannes 2026 Read More
Air passengers in Thailand will face stricter rules when travelling with power banks following a series of battery-related fire incidents on commercial flights, Bangkok Post reports. The Civil Aviation Authority …
Thailand introduces stricter rules for power banks on flights Read More
Archaeologists have discovered an 18th-century shipwreck carrying a large cargo of Chinese porcelain in Norwegian waters. The wreck was found about 600 metres below the surface in the Skagerrak Strait. …
Chinese porcelain cargo discovered in 18th-century shipwreck off Norway Read More
Malaysia is pushing Norway to speed up a refund of more than US$250 million tied to a cancelled missile system deal for its navy, arguing that Oslo’s decision to revoke …
Malaysia increases pressure on Norway in US$250 million missile refund dispute Read More
Bangkok – May 2026 – Thai Airways organized the event “Colors of Endless Smiles” to express gratitude and reinforce relationships with business partners in the Nordic countries who have continuously supported the …
Thai Airways Hosts “Colors of Endless Smiles” to Thank Nordic Partners and Strengthen Routes to Northern Europe – Norway Read More
Chiang Mai has been named among the world’s top destinations for digital nomads and creators in a new Forbes ranking for 2026. The city was placed alongside global destinations including …
Chiang Mai named top digital nomad destination Read More
Norwegian Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik has apologised to Malaysia over Norway’s decision to revoke an export licence for Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy. The …
Norway apologises to Malaysia over cancelled missile deal Read More
Chinese renewable energy company Ming Yang Europe has joined Norwegian Offshore Wind, strengthening cooperation between Chinese and Norwegian players in the offshore wind sector. The membership reflects Ming Yang Europe’s …
Chinese wind energy company joins Norwegian Offshore Wind network Read More
A delegation from the Vietnam Women’s Academy, under the Vietnam Women’s Union, recently visited Norway as part of a wider Northern Europe working trip focused on strengthening international cooperation and …
Vietnam Women’s Union reaches out to women living in Norway Read More
Vietnam has introduced new health quarantine rules for people entering, leaving or transiting through the country, with the measures taking effect from 1 July. Under the new decree, travellers may …
Vietnam introduces new health quarantine rules for travellers Read More
Norway’s national day was celebrated in style in the Philippines as maritime leaders, diplomats and business executives gathered at Museo del Galeon in Pasay City for a festive Constitution Day …
Norway celebrates Constitution Day as Philippines marks 78 years of diplomatic ties with Norway Read More
Sabah is looking to strengthen cooperation with Norway in areas including renewable energy, green economy, tourism and technology development following a meeting between Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and Norway’s Ambassador …
Sabah seeks stronger cooperation with Norway Read More
A room in Bangkok filled with business leaders, diplomats and academics recently turned into a testing ground for a single idea: trust as a driver of growth, Khasosod English reports. …
Norway and Thailand Strengthen Anti-Corruption Cooperation at Bangkok Forum Read More
More than 100 cyclists from China and the Nordic countries took part in a sustainability-themed cycling event along Shanghai’s Huangpu River on 25 May. The event brought together participants from …
Nordic cyclists join climate-focused ride in Shanghai Read More Malaysia is evaluating missile system offers from several countries after Norway cancelled the export permit for Naval Strike Missiles ordered for the Royal Malaysian Navy’s littoral combat ships. Defence minister …
Malaysia looks elsewhere after cancelled Norwegian defence deal Read More
Thai-Norwegian actress Urassaya Sperbund and Thai actor Nadech Kugimiya have held a second wedding ceremony in Oslo, Norway. The celebrity couple shared photos from the intimate ceremony, which took place …
Thai-Norwegian actors marries again in Norway Read More
At 5:07 AM on May 20, 24-year-old Danish climber Regine Mai stood on top of Mount Everest – 8,848.86 meters above sea level. With the summit on Wednesday, she became …
Youngest Dane ever: Regine Mai reaches summit of Mount Everest Read More
Norway has been named Guest Country of Honor at the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), one of the world’s largest events focused on global services trade, …
Norway named Guest Country of Honor at CIFTIS 2026 in Beijing Read More
A giant mural celebrating migrant workers from Myanmar and Cambodia will be inaugurated this Saturday in Bangkok’s wealthy Thonglor district, Khaosad English reports. The artwork, titled “Together We Build,” highlights …
Norwegian People’s Aid supports Bangkok mural honoring migrant workers Read More
NordCham Vietnam hosted its flagship employer branding conference, Work the Nordic Way 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City on 21 May. The event brought together business leaders, HR professionals, founders …
NordCham Vietnam hosts conference on Nordic workplace culture Read More
The United States has denied involvement in Norway’s decision to revoke export approval for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) system ordered by Malaysia under a 2018 defence contract. The clarification …
US denies role in Norway’s halted missile export to Malaysia Read More
Philippine energy company ACEN has partnered with Norwegian floating solar company Ocean Sun AS to expand floating solar projects across Asia, Manila Bulletin reports. The agreement was signed through ACEN-Silverwolf, …
Norwegian firm joins ACEN floating solar push in Asia Read More
After months of confusion, speculation and mixed signals, Thailand has now made its decision. The Thai cabinet on Tuesday officially agreed to end the country’s 60-day visa-free entry scheme for …
Final verdict: Thailand decides to end 60-day visa-free stays Read More
Malaysia is seeking more than 250 million USD, in compensation from Norway after Oslo revoked export approvals for a Norwegian naval missile system intended for Malaysian combat ships, Reuters reports. …
Malaysia seeks 250 million$ compensation from Norway over missile dispute Read More
Danish-born David Tuan Anh Nguyen is NordCham Vietnam’s new Executive Director (ED). Introducing him also allows getting an update on this chamber of commerce’s focus and activities. Vietnam is today …
Strengthening the ‘Nordic Voice’ the highest priority for NordCham Vietnam and its new Executive Director Read More
The European Union has adopted new Schengen visa facilitation rules for Thai nationals living in Thailand, making it easier for frequent travellers to obtain long-term multiple-entry visas for Europe. Under …
EU introduces easier long-term Schengen visas for Thai travellers Read More
Norway has defended its decision to revoke export licenses tied to a naval missile system sale to Malaysia, saying its most sensitive defense technologies will now only be exported to …
Norway defends cancellation of missile sale to Malaysia Read More
More than five decades after Norway became one of the first Western European countries to establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam during the war years, the two countries are now expanding …
Vietnam and Norway celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties Read More
Norwegian authorities have arrested a second Chinese national in a widening espionage investigation in the country’s north, just weeks after a Chinese woman was detained over suspected satellite spying activities, …
Norway arrests second Chinese national in suspected spying case Read More Malaysia has criticised Norway after Oslo revoked an export licence for a naval missile system intended for the Malaysian navy. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he raised Malaysia’s “vehement objection” …
Malaysian Prime minister criticises Norway over blocked missile delivery Read More
A Norwegian hydrogen equipment maker is reshaping its global production strategy as the hydrogen sector faces delays and growing financial pressure. HydrogenPro will close its own manufacturing facility in China …
Norwegian HydrogenPro restructures global operations and closes China plant Read More
A battle is unfolding in the icy waters of Antarctica. At the centre is krill, tiny shrimp-like creatures that feed whales, penguins and seals, but are also becoming increasingly valuable …
China and Norway push to expand krill fishing in Antarctica Read More
Singapore audiences will this week get a chance to watch the acclaimed Norwegian psychological drama Armand as part of the European Film Festival. The film will be screened on 15 …
Norwegian award-winning thriller to screen at European Film Festival in Singapore Read More
Norwegian battery company Corvus Energy has signed a new partnership with Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD to develop batteries for ships. The agreement was signed at a battery industry event …
Norwegian battery company teams up with Chinese giant BYD on green shipping Read More