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The Swedish Embassy in Bangkok has announced additional passport appointment slots on 18–19 March to meet increased demand for new passports. According to the embassy, extra resources have been allocated …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok adds extra passport appointment days Read More
After years of helping communities rebuild after typhoons and earthquakes, Finland is deepening its humanitarian partnership with the Philippines. A delegation from the Finnish Red Cross visited the Philippines from …
Finnish Red Cross strengthens disaster partnership with Philippines Read More
A ship linked to Thailand was recently hit in an attack in the Middle East. Now Norway has taken a drastic step to protect its ships, The Maritime Executive reports. …
After attack on Thai-linked vessel, Norway bans ships from Hormuz route Read More
Thailand has helped more than 40,000 stranded tourists return home after flight disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East, Bangkok Post reports. The emergency response has included hundreds …
Thailand helps stranded 40.000 tourists return home after Middle East flight chaos Read More
Her plans were to study, work and build a life in Sweden. Instead, she has now been sent back to Thailand. Twenty-year-old Thananya Chaiyasonk has been deported from Sweden after …
Thai student deported from Sweden after turning 20 Read More
Food waste in Vietnam may soon become fresh vegetables for families in need. A new project supported by Denmark aims to turn organic waste into compost and use it to …
Danish-backed project in Vietnam turns food waste into vegetables Read More
From Denmark to Thailand, authorities are urging people to reduce travel as fuel markets tighten following the escalating conflict involving the United States and Iran, AOL reports. The crisis is …
Fuel crisis pushes Denmark and Asian countries to promote remote work Read More
As conflict continues in the Middle East, thousands of foreigners remain stuck in the crossfire, and even more are stranded on either side of the world, with only limited means …
Evacuation organiser alerts about airspace in the Middle East; “We have never seen a situation like this” Read More
Sudden flight cancellations have left some travelers stuck far from home. Because of the current situation in the Middle East, several passengers are still experiencing disrupted travel plans and last-minute …
Thai authorities offer hotel discounts to travelers affected by flight cancellations Read More
The United States has opened a trade investigation into Norway and a number of Asian economies, Office of the United States Trade Representative reports. Washington wants to find out whether …
Norway and Thailand among countries targeted in new US trade investigation Read More