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Denmark launches organization to lift creative industries to global levels

August 10, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Government of Denmark has launched ‘Creative Denmark’ as a new not-for-profit organisation working to promote international awareness of Danish creative strongholds. Creative Denmark is expected to have the capability …

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EuroCham Vietnam’s annual Gala Dinner 2020 set for 30 October 2020

August 10, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Norcham Vietnam, on behalf of EuroCham Vietnam, has announced the date for the annual Gala Dinner to be 30 October 2020. The EuroCham Gala Dinner 2020 is one of EuroCham’s …

Community news / Myanmar / Sweden

Swedes in Myanmar can vote at the Swedish Honorary Consulate office

August 10, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar has announced how Swedish citizens living in Myanmar can participate in the elections in Sweden by voting at the Swedish honorary consulate in Yangon. …

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The EU Ambassador to ASEAN broadcasting live talk show via Youtube channel on 10 August at 2pm Jakarta time

August 10, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The European Union in Indonesia announced a live session talkshow by the ASEAN ambassador, broadcasting via Youtube live on 10 August 2020. The EU Ambassador to ASEAN Igor Driesmans will …

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The Finnish Huhtamaki is looking for the most innovative start ups to promote circular economy

August 8, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 3 Comments.

The Sanfrancisco base company, Food System 6 has a program sponsored by the Finnish companyHuhtamaki Suomi, aimed at surfacing and supporting the most innovative circular economy startups worldwide. As …

Education / Singapore / Sweden

Swedish School in Singapore moves curriculum to online platform

August 7, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Due to the national restrictions to curb spreading of Coronavirus, Swedish School in Singapore has moved the course online in accordance to the government’s regulations. The Embassy of Sweden in …

Healthcare / Norway / Philippines

Norway gives medical protection supplies to frontliners in Puerto Princesa City

August 7, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 2 Comments.

On 6 August 2020, The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Philippines visited Puerto Princesa’s City Mayor office to show supports to medical staffs by donating medical supply to front liner staffs. …

Denmark / Education / Myanmar

Denmark co-funding training at Myanmar Attorney General Office

August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Denmark supports an education section at the Attorney Generals Office of Myanmar through co-funding project with UKAID and IDLO. The Danish embassy in Myanmar announced in a statement: It is …

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Eu-Asia coastal and port authorities join forces to develop alignment and standards for autonomous ships

August 7, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Representatives from flag, coastal and port authorities from China, Denmark, Finland, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, South Korea and Singapore met at a virtual event, joined by representatives from IMO, International …

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Embassy of Sweden, Business Sweden and European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines co-host a webminar on automotive industry

August 7, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Sweden invites together with Business Sweden and in partnership with the ECCP – European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, to the “Accelerating Change in the Automotive …

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Hefei-Narvik train shipment has potential to be alternative route to shipping industry

August 7, 2020January 14, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The shipping container was loaded on a train in the Chinese city of Hefei in in mid-July 2020. Less than two weeks later, it had made it through Kazakhstan and …

Sustainability / Sweden / Thailand

Tetrapak Thailand supports Friends in need of ‘Pa’ volunteer foundation

August 6, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Tetra Pak, a world-leading processing and packaging solutions company announced on 6 August 2020, that the company is supporting the secondary packaging production of “Peungpa Products” from Peungpa shop operated …

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Sweden Alumni Network Hanoi hosts a send off gathering on 8 August 2020

August 6, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Sweden Alumni Network Vietnam – Hanoi Chapter invites Sweden Alumni / students to Sweden institutes and researchers to join Fika session on 8 August 2020. The gathering brings alumni …

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Vestas chosen to service Siemens wind turbines in Philippines

August 6, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

Vestas reached on 4 August 2020 an agreement with Vena Energy to service its 54 MW Siemens Gamesa turbines at Pililla Wind Project in Philippines. In the announcement of the …

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Sweden supports Cambodia’s Arbitration Council

August 6, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Sweden has been supporting Cambodia’s Arbitration Council Foundation (AFC) since 2014 in its work to resolve labour disputes as well as promoting social dialogues to contribute to a sound industrial …

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Indonesian XL Axiata chose Ericsson to provide 5G Cloud core technology

August 6, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Ericsson announced on 30 July 2020, that the Indonesian mobile telecommunications services operator XL Axiata has selected Ericsson to deploy 5G-ready cloud core technology solutions in East Indonesia. This includes …

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President Duterte ordered a stricter lock down of Metro Manila as Coronavirus infected numbers rise

August 6, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Philippines prepares for another round of lock down measures to curb Covid-19 spreading. In an announcement on 3 August 2020 by President Rodrigo Duterte, the new ‘Lock Down Manila’ or …

Myanmar / Norway / Services

Myanmar Center for Responsible Business launched a new handbook

August 6, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Embassy in Myanmar congratulates its partner, Myanmar Center for Responsible Business (MCRB), on a new Business Integrity Handbook which was launched on 28 July 2020. The new “Business …

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Update on airlines resuming operations to Nordic capitals

August 6, 2020January 21, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Air carriers Finnair, Qatar Airways, Latvia’s airBaltic, Juneyao Airlines and Icelandair have unveiled plans to increase the number of flights operations from Finnish airports in August. Finnair announced on Twitter …

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Nokia successfully completed its first 5G Standalone call with China Unicom

August 6, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Nokia announced on 30 July 2020, that it has successfully completed its first 5G standalone (SA) call on a live network with China Unicom. Their next goal is to achieve …

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Finnish Early Childhood education courses online available to Asian teachers

August 6, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Finland embassy in Bangkok announced online course for early childhood education available to teachers starting from 22 August to 12 September 2020. Finland is well known for early education methods …

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Early birds tickets for SSS’s Crayfish party available until 21 August 2020

August 5, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The annual Scandinavian Society Siam’s Crayfish party is back and the host invites all friends and members to mark the date and join the jolly moment together. This year the …

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Ericsson appoints the new executive to Malaysia, Sri lanka and Bangladesh markets

August 5, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Ericsson announced on 3 August 2020 on the appointment of David Hägerbro as Head of Ericsson Malaysia, Sri Lanka & Bangladesh and Global Customer Unit Axiata. Prior to taking on …

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Thai Airways operate repartriation flights to Taipei and Copenhagen

August 5, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

2 August 2020 – Thai Airways starts special flights to Taipei and Copenhagen this month. Thus flights are only for home coming passengers and requires all to incorporate with destinations’ …

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Cambodia post resumes its service on express mail delivery to selected destinations

August 5, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 3 Comments.

Cambodia Post announced on 3 August 2020, on resumption of its overseas parcel services to selected countries after suspending it for several months due to the spread of COVID-19. Since …

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First death from Covid-19 in Vietnam

August 1, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

A 70 years old man was recorded as patient 428 became the first reported death from COVID-19 in Vietnam. The man lived in Hoi An Town of Quang Nam Province. …

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Scandinavian Golf Section starting up again

August 1, 2020August 29, 2023 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Golf section under Scandinavian Society Siam will be restarted with Henrik Friis as new Golf Captain. The Golf Section of Scandinavian Society Siam has been one of the main …

Cambodia / Education / Sweden

Sweden co-hosted in UNESCO’s handbook launching event

July 31, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

UNESCO launched the Khmer version of “Handbook on Journalism, Fake News & Disinformation” on 23 July 2020. Participants were UNESCO, the Ministry of Information,Sweden representative,FOJO Media Institute, media outlets, civil …

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Ambassador Vizard reflects on Singapore in exclusive interview

July 31, 2020July 31, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Danish Ambassador to Singapore, H.E. Dorte Bech Vizard was on an exclusive interview for summer edition with SN on 24 July 2020. “Asia’s business darling is at a crossroads” …

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EuroCham Vietnam is looking for Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Business Adviser

July 31, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

EuroCham Vietnam is also in charge of developing and updating publications in the Intellectual Property (IP) field. The firm has an important role in building and maintaining relationships with enforcement …

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Join the journey to successful learning

July 31, 2020 - by Sopida Yatprom - Leave a Comment

Princeton, Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge. World-leading universities that evoke prestige, ambition and the highest level of academic excellence. They are also just some of the destinations that Shrewsbury International School Bangkok’s …

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Free Course: Leading with Questions

July 31, 2020August 1, 2020 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Bangkok based Anna Frummerin, CEO of A New Approach Consulting and Coaching Company, is offering a free crash course in Leadership. Anna Frummerin is former Chairwoman of SWEA Bangkok and …

Finland / Healthcare / Vietnam

Finland embassy urges Finns in Danang to stay informed while Air traffic is suspended for 15 days

July 30, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

New Covid-19 cases were found in Danang, Vietnam on 26 July 2020. The Government were quick to announce another restriction to curb spreading including restriction protocols that were lifted are …

Denmark / Myanmar

Denmark support Myanmar insightful business survey

July 30, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Denmark in Myanmar announced another cooperation achievement on 27 July 2020 regarding support to the Myanmar Central Statistical Organization. The statement said: Denmark is pleased to support …

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Job opportunity: Executive Director for EuroCham Myanmar

July 30, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

EuroCham Myanmar announced an Executive Director position has open for applicators, on 28 July 2020. Application closes on 15 August 2020. For more information please read here

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The Norwegian Business Association Singapore invites Fintech fans to join their Webminar on 13 August 2020

July 30, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Business Association Singapore invites Fintech fans to join their upcoming Webminar event on 13 August 2020. The invitation said: NBAS would like to invite you to our upcoming …

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Denmark to promote U Thant House as education centre in Yangon

July 29, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Danish Ambassador, H.E. John Nielsen met on 23 July 2020 with the U Thant House Chairman, U Thant Myint-U to discussed on promoting the venue as a learning centre. …

International relations / Myanmar / Norway

Norwegian Ambassador leaving Myanmar

July 29, 2020July 29, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 1 Comment

The Embassy of Norway has published a heart warming farewell message to Ambassador H.E. Tone Tinnes on the occasion of her term’s completion on 29 July 2020. The statement said: …

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Norway is the latest donor to LIFT to support vulnerable groups in Myanmar

July 29, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Norway has joined the Livelihoods and Food Security Fund “LIFT” as its newest donor on 24 July 2020. Norway joins the existing donors to the pooled fund, which are the …

International relations / Norway / Vietnam

Norwegian Ambassador to ASEAN reflects his view in an exclusive interview with Voice of Vietnam

July 29, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Norway’s Ambassador to ASEAN H.E. Morten Hoglund gave on 27 July 2020 the Radio Voice of Vietnam an exclusive interview on the occasion of Vietnam’s 25th anniversary of the ASEAN …

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Swedish Charge d’ Affaires participated in event connecting women entrepreneurs in Vietnam

July 29, 2020July 29, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Swedish embassy in Vietnam sums up a successful event organized with the aim to empower women and connect women entrepreneurs in Vietnam on 27 July 2020. Marie Schram, the …

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VFS visa application centres in the philippines for Nordic countries and the UK resumed operations from 22 July 2020

July 29, 2020August 5, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

VFS Visa Application Centres in the Philippines for Nordic countries announced that operations have resumed from 22 July 2020. VFS Centres also noted that since your safety is their priority. …

Denmark / Healthcare / Myanmar / Sustainability

Denmark donates 50,000 reusable masks to Deputy Mayor of Yangon City

July 28, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

On 24th July, The Danish Ambassador, H.E. John Nielsen handed over 50,000 reusable masks worth of 30 million Kyats to the Deputy Mayor of Yangon City Development Committee (YCDC) for …

China / Finland / Hong Kong

Special holiday package offer for FinnCham HK Members

July 28, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong announce on 27 July 2020 that The Hong Kong luxury five-star Hotel ICON offers FinnCham HK members promotional prices until 30th of …

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FinnCham in HK welcomes new member … and board member

July 28, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce announced on 24 July 2020 a welcome note to their new member: Eliron “Eliron provides a global, real-time tracking and monitoring solution for international trade …

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Could networking be the post COVID-19 career lifesaver?

July 26, 2020August 11, 2023 - by Sponsored Content - 1 Comment

Even before the coronavirus crisis, uncertain conditions threatened numerous mid- to late-career executives. Transformative technology is rendering many formerly respected and highly paid jobs obsolete. Globalization and the rationalization of …

Business in Asia / Denmark / Food & Beverage / Singapore

The Danish Leckerbaer opens first Asia store in Singapore

July 26, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - 2 Comments.

Leckerbaer, the world class dessert brand from Copenhagen, has reach out to the eastern side of the world As of 23 July 2020, Leckerbaer has opened a flagship store in …

Healthcare / Norway / Vietnam

Norwegian Charge d’ Affairs attended UNFPA’s event

July 26, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Chargé d’affaires a.i. Mr Jan Whilhelm Grythe attended the Launching Ceremony of the UNFPA’s State of World Population (SWOP) 2020 report event on 17 July 2020. Speaking as …

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Denmark signed MOU with Binh Thuan People’s Committee to develop the 3.5 GW offshore wind project

July 26, 2020January 12, 2021 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Ms. Aisma Vitina, a Danish Energy Agency’s expert, presented the long-term perspectives for sustainable energy transition in Vietnam at the Vietnam Energy Summit 2020. One of the key recommendation is …

China / Education / Finland / Hong Kong

Tung Tak school in Hong Kong adds Finnish education style into their curriculum

July 26, 2020 - by Zazithorn Ruengchinda - Leave a Comment

Tung Tak School, established in 1957 and located in Kam Tin in New Territories,Hong Kong has added a touch of Finland to the curriculum. Principal of the school, Wong Wai-lap, …