Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Crown Prince Couple of Denmark arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam this morning, 1 November 2022 and was warmly welcomed by H.E. Mr. Nguyen Xuan Phuc, the President of Vietnam and …
The Crown Prince Couple of Denmark arrives in Vietnam Read More
The Global Indian International School – GIIS SMART Campus – in Singapore had invited the Embassy of Sweden to meet a 4th grade class and talk about Sweden. The Embassy …
Embassy of Sweden in Singapore visits 4th graders at GIIS SMART CAMPUS Read More
Learn how to interview interesting people, edit and, in general, produce a podcast with SWEA Singapore. The organization states that it has interviewed 50 women from all around the world …
SWEA Singapore wants you to join its podcast team Read More
Danish Business Association Singapore draws attention to their next DABS event “Expat life – what happens beyond mobility and relocation services?” held on 8 November where expat advisor, Kia Holm …
DABSingapore presents talk by Expat Advisor Kia Holm Reiner on living as an expat Read More
Eurocham Malaysia has reported the launch of the National Scam Awareness Campaign (NSAC) initiated to educate consumers about the risks of being subject to scams within the banking industry. The …
Malaysia’s banking industry launches joint scam awareness campaing Read More
Several Chinese electric vehicle brands including Xpeng, SAIC’s MG, BYD, and Aiways were displaying their latest design during the recent Denmark’s eCarExpo 2022. According to Xinhua News Agency, the newcomer …
Chinese EV “Xpeng” to expand in Denmark market Read More
One Norwegian citizen was confirmed to have died in the tragic Halloween party in Itaewon, South Korea last Saturday, 29 October 2022. Though, no details of age or identity of …
One Norwegian case confirmed among losses of life in South Korea Read More
The European Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar (EuroCham Myanmar) is to organize an in-person event, “EuroCham Myanmar Autumn Gathering” on 11 November 2022 at TBC from 5.30 PM to 7.30 …
Join EuroCham Myanmar Autumn Gathering Read More
On Friday, Swedish public prosecutor, Mats Ljungqvist, said in a statement that he would conduct the inspections in a collaboration with the Security Service (Sapo). Also assisting the investigation …
Swedish authorities launches new investigation of North Stream gas leaks Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Singapore announced to have concluded Nordic Green 2022 featuring the Nordic Green Talks – the virtual live-stream event “Green Transition and Energy Resilience”. The …
Nordic Embassies and ASEAN Nations discussed carbon neutral ambitions at Nordic Green 2022 Read More
The Danish Business Association in Singapore would like to draw attention to the upcoming “Women’s Cross-Chamber After Work” hosted by SwedCham Women4Women Forum on 10 November. Members from 12 other …
DABS encourages to join SwedCham Women4Women’s “Cross-Chamber After Work” Read More
EUROCHAM Malaysia announced to have attended Carlsberg Malaysia’s presentation of its “ZERO & Beyond” – Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals and priorities. Carlsberg says it is, from now on, …
EUROCHAM Malaysia attends Carlsberg’s ZERO & Beyond launch Read More
The Danish researcher of the Recreational Fear Lab at Aarhus University of Denmark, Dr. Mathias Clasen selected and ranked the top 10 frights including books, movies, video games, and more …
Danish researcher selects the top 10 best frights for this Halloween Read More
Iceland’s Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir wrote a crime novel titled “Reykjavik” with Ragnar Jónasson, the Icelandic bestselling author, saying that “I’ve been reading crime fiction all my life, so it’s …
Iceland PM writes and publish her first crime novel “Reykjavik” Read More
Denmark and Finland are in the top three of the most sustainable countries, according to 2022 Environmental Performance Index (EPI). The 2022 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) uses 40 indicators to …
Denmark and Finland are in top 3 most sustainable countries Read More
The Crown Prince couple will be arriving in Hanoi, Vietnam on Tuesday, 1 November 2022 for their second official visit to the country. As their Royal Highnesses are accompanied by …
Danish Royal Couple to arrive in Vietnam upcoming Tuesday Read More
The death toll at a Halloween party in Itaewon, South Korea happened on Saturday, 29 October 2022 causing at least 151 people dead and 82 injured. Yonhap News Agency reported …
More than 100 died in tragic Halloween party in South Korea Read More
The Swedish company IKEA has been collaborating with Danish shower innovator Flow Loop in developing shower cabins that are able to recycle water using UV light for purifying used water. …
IKEA collabs with Danish Flow Loop to create sustainable bathing Read More
The Norwegian telecom company, Telenor is searching for ways to support users in Myanmar who have been consistently facing digital security threats associated with their digital footprint. Earlier this year, …
Telenor searches ways to support users in Myanmar Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (TSCC) is to organize the event, “GAC Company Visit and Networking Lunch” on 3 November 2022 at GAC Thoresen Logistics (GTL) Amata from 10:00 AM …
SweCham members invited to join “GAC Company Visit and Networking Lunch” Read More
The European Union (EU) successfully drafted a law to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035 in accordance with increasing adopting of electric vehicles and the …
EU to officially ban petrol and diesel cars from 2035 Read More
In February 2023, Svanehøj Tank Control Systems will deliver the tank gauging system for COOEC’s six new LNG tanks for the Longkou Nanshan LNG Terminal which is under construction. It …
Svanehøj Tank Control Systems secures order for Chinese LNG-import terminal Read More
The storm “Nalgae” hit the Philippines’s Maguindanao province on Friday, 28, 2022, led to at least 45 deaths from flood and landslides, plus dozens are still missing. “Based on the …
45 dead from “Nalgae” storm in Philippines Read More
SWEA Singapore presents a new episode of their podcast in which they have talked to actress, playwriter and singer, Ida Esmaeili in New York on what it is like growing …
SWEA Singapore podcast episode with Ida Esmaeili on growing up abroad Read More
The Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) is to organize “FinlandTalk:100 Social Innovations from Finland” on 10 November 2022 from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM (BKK Time). The seminar will feature …
Join FinlandTalks on 100 Social Innovations from Finland Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur is excited for the 23rd edition of the European Film Festival (EUFF) in Malaysia which will feature movies from 17 European countries. Norway …
The Norwegian Embassy is excited for the European Film Festival and so are we Read More
A 59 year-old Norwegian passenger, Rose Alex Moi was arrested for carrying 8.34 kgs of suspected shabu drug (methamphetamine hydrochloride), approximately valued P56.7 million by anti-narcotics authorities at the Ninoy …
Norwegian arrested for possessing 8.34 kgs of drug “shabu” in Philippines Read More
Danes Worldwide presents various events and webinars relevant for Danes, and their family members, who are returning home either permanent or for a longer period of time; Danes-træf i København …
Danes Worlwide presents new relevant webinars and events Read More
Danish NemID-users are required to convert to MitID as NemID for accessing banks online and undertaking online purchases expires on 31 October. As previously reported, the organization Danes Worlwide raised …
Are you a Dane abroad? Here’s how to convert to Danish MitID Read More
The concert “Back On The Road Tour 2022” of the Danish soft rock band, Michael Learns To Rock was first performed last night, 26 October 2022 in Manila, the Philippines. …
“The Philippines is Michael Learns To Rock’s greatest audience” the band says Read More
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (TSCC) invites all interested attendees to join the event, “BCCT/Nordic Chambers Business Networking” to be held on 9 November 2022, from 6 PM to 9 …
Join BCCT/Nordic Chambers Business Networking Read More
The Danish Ambassador designated to the Philippines, Mr. Franz-Michael Melbin recently met with representatives of the Philippines’ Department of Information and Communications Technology and Department of Foreign Affairs. He …
Danish Ambassador meets with Philippines departments to strengthen their relations Read More
The leading Norwegian telecom firm, Telenor called Thailand’s telecommunications regulators on Wednesday, 26 OCtober 2022 to seek more clarification on the DTAC-True merger’s conditions. Mr. Sigve Brekke, Telenor’s Chief Executive, …
Norwegian Telenor seeks clarification on DTAC-True merger conditions Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Singapore wishes to remind anyone interested that the tallship, Staatsraad Lehmkul, will arrive at Singapore Cruise Centre Harbourfront Tuesday afternoon on 27 October. As previously …
The day has come: Norwegian educational vessel, Staatsraad Lehmkul, to arrive in Singapore Read More
The Danish Chamber of Commerce in China draws attention to the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs experiencing an increased demand from business owners and employees for information on which …
Danish missions in China hosts event to share information on visa/work permit procedures Read More
An Asian American woman, Katherine Zhou who has lived in Stockholm, Sweden since 2020 spoke out about her experience with racism via Twitter on 20 October 2022 and later faced …
“Confronting racism is a newer problem for Sweden” shared Asian American who is a victim of it Read More
We still do not know what caused the damage on the North Stream 1 pipeline and insurance companies are considering how to respond to potential claims which will likely amount …
Insurance uncertainties as damage to North Stream 1 is yet a mystery Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham Philippines) is to organize “Nordic Ambassadors’s Forum: Sustainability Perspectives” on 3 November 2022 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Dusit Thani …
Learn more about sustainability perspectives from Nordic Ambassadors Read More
Ferry KM Express Cantika 77, carrying more than 300 passengers, caught on fire off the coast of Indonesia on Monday killing 14. The ferry was on its way from Kalabahu …
Fire on Indonesian ferry kills 14 passengers Read More
Growth numbers for the Asian markets are the driving force of Danish brewer Carlsberg’s sales numbers for the quarterly financial accounts. Conversably, the brewer’s growth numbers for Western Europe will …
Asian markets to prompt Carlsberg’s sales growth Read More
The leading Norwegian plastics research and development company, Norner, together with Thai chemical innovation firm, SCG Chemicals (SCGC) and the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW) recently organized a seminar, …
Norwegian Norner and Thai SCGC held “Circular Packaging For Real” seminar Read More
The official visit of the Danish Crown Prince Frederik, which will take place o 1 and 2 November 2022, is to be accompanied by more than half of 35 Danish …
Wind power plan and net zero emission goal bring more Danish investors to Vietnam Read More
The Thai-Norwegian actress, Urassaya Sperbund, also known as “Yaya” shared her perspectives on growing up with the Thai and Norwegian culture on a show, “Student of The World (กลิ่นความเจริญ)” of …
Thai-Norwegian actress Urassaya shares “appreciation of family” is what both countries have in common Read More
Thai Bangchark Corporation Plc (BCP) aims to learn from Norwegian’s Okea how to control carbon dioxide emissions for reducing its carbon footprint. Mr. Chaiwat Kovavisarach, chief executive of BCP and …
Thai energy firm Bangchak learns to manage CO2 emissions from Norway Read More
Three jets struck at a concert held by an ethnic minority group in conflict with the ruling military in Myanmar, killing at least 50 people including civilians, local singers and …
Brutal attack killed at least 50 innocents at a concert in Myanmar Read More
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Singapore announces Mats Rahmström, president and CEO of Atlas Copco group, as its next guest for the SwedCham APAC CEO series. on 22 November …
Mat Rahmström, CEO of Atlas Copco, to talk at SwedCham APAC CEO Series Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur celebrated the 76th anniversary of the United Nations, marked by the UN Day on 24 October on which the UN Charter came into …
Norwegian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur celebrates UN anniversary Read More
Early Monday morning local time, South Korean military fired warning shots against a North Korean vessel at an inter-Korean maritime border – the Northern Borderline – separating the two countries. …
South Korea fires warning against North Korean sea vessel on maritime border Read More
The popular Danish Christmas Bazaar in Bangkok is back on Friday 2nd December 2022 from 12:00-20:00 at beautiful Gaysorn Urban Resort. Don’t miss i. Last year, in 2021, the bazaaar was …
Christmas Bazaar in Bangkok is back! Read More
The Bank of Thailand is to adjust the process of money depositing via CDM machines which requires individuals to verify their identity with a debit card, ATM card or credit …
Bank of Thailand adjusts the process of money depositing via CDM machines Read More