Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Starting December 1, 2024, Thailand will require citizens from 93 visa-free countries, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before their visit. This comes …
Thailand makes ETA mandatory for 93 visa-free nations, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden Read More
Viking Cruises, the Norwegian cruise line, has launched its first luxury coastal cruise for international tourists in China. This marks a significant investment in the country’s booming travel sector. On …
Norwegian cruiseline launches luxury China tour Read More
A group of around 60 prospective adoptive parents is preparing a lawsuit against the Norwegian state after the Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs (Bufdir) suspended adoptions from several …
Adoption seekers to sue Norwegian state over halt in foreign adoptions Read More
The European Union has extended its support to Myanmar following the devastating floods caused by Typhoon Yagi. In a statement, the EU delegation expressed condolences to those affected and pledged …
EU provides €1.2 million in emergency aid for flood-hit Myanmar Read More
Singapore’s decision to implement flexible work arrangements (FWA) mirrors successful strategies seen in Scandinavian countries, where work-life balance is a key contributor to happiness and productivity. Starting December 1, 2024, …
Singapore adopts flexible work policies inspired by Scandinavian success Read More
Vietnam’s ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 received a boost through the Just Energy Transition Partnership. During a meeting on September 18 between Deputy Minister of Industry and …
Vietnam and Norway strengthen bilateral cooperation for energy transition Read More
Tourists in Beijing can now navigate the city’s massive subway network with greater ease. As of September 13, international credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are accepted at subway …
Beijing subway now easier for tourists as Norway joins China’s visa-free list Read More
The Norwegian Embassy in Yangon, in partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), has announced a donation of approximately $500,000 to support relief efforts in Myanmar following …
Norwegian Embassy and UNOPS donate $500,000 for Myanmar flood relief Read More
In all the countries in Asia and in all the Nordic countries there are many children with a dual nationality whether or not it is legally registered. Imagine if we …
Let’s set up a Nordic-Asian Summer Kids exchange Read More
Norway’s frozen cod exports to China have surged through late summer, while the EU has increasingly relied on farmed cod to address a sharp decline in fresh wild cod imports. …
China boosts Norway’s frozen cod imports as EU shifts toward farmed supplies Read More