New President for NBAS
Erik Borgen has elected to step down as President of NBAS after over 10 years of outstanding service for the Norwegian community in Singapore. He will be going back to …
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After 17 years as chaplain for the Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong, Hans Aage now returns to Denmark. A farewell event will be held on Tuesday, June 30, at Mariner’s …
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Danish Kristina Kunz Kharazmi lives in Dubai, and she has been gathering and donating Lego to school children in Manila. In a small city on the outskirts of Manila, 80 schoolchildren get to …
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Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister Chang Wanquan will attend the meeting of defense chiefs of member states of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Russia’s St. Petersburg and pay an …
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Danish colourful art in Kuala Lumpur
International art exhibition in Kuala Lumpur connects artists from six countries. Among the creative minds is Danish artist Charlotte Donvang. Charlotte Donvang has been living in Malaysia since 2003 and …
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Swedish national day celebrated in Singapore
About 200 people gathered at the Polo Club to celebrate the Swedish National Day on the 6th of June. In his opening address, Ambassador Håkan Jevrell welcomed the Swedish community …
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The MASBA (Malaysia-Swedish Business Association) Annual General Meeting 2015, took place on June 4. Held at The JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur it was very well attended. 19 members attended …
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Swedish Embassy Malaysia hosts breakfast meeting
The Swedish Embassy and the Sweden Malaysia Business Association (MASBA) hosted a breakfast meeting together with representatives from Asia Tigers, MHE-Demag Malaysia, Tetra Pak, Volvo Cars, Volvo Trucks and Scania …
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Sweden’s honorary consul in Penang, receives the Order of the Polar Star
Sweden’s retiring Honorary Consul in Penang, Dato’ Dr Rasiah Ratnalingham, has received The Order Of The Polar Star at an audience with Swedish King Carl XIV Gustaf and Queen Silvia …
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Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Penang, Malaysia closed down
It has been decided that the Swedish Honorary Consulate in Penang will be closed. The State Department makes continuous review of the need for Honorary Consulates around the world. …
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Scania truck and bus driving skill competitions Thailand 2014/2015
Scania Siam Co., Ltd., co-operating with the government and the private sector, has arranged Scania Driver Competitions Thailand 2014/2015 and reached the championship round in June 2015. This competition opens up …
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‘Perception Blind Massage’ is a new massage place concept to Bangkok. The place is providing employment for blind or visually impaired therapists, who demonstrate their unique talent for massage therapy …
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What started out as a final event for the summer season in the Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong, has grown to be one of the annual highlights for Danes living …
A peak at Danish Olympics in Hong Kong Read MoreDane starts new business networking group in Bangkok
Bangkok Business Presentation is a new networking group that allows even small companies to come and present their company for other networkers. The founder is Dane Henrik Jensen. “The reason …
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World Wide Views on Climate and Energy: Vietnam citizen consultation
On Saturday June 6, 2015 World Wide Views (WWViews), a global citizen consultation initiative, took place in 80 other countries across the globe. In Vietnam the event in Hanoi was …
World Wide Views on Climate and Energy: Vietnam citizen consultation Read MoreScandinavian TV can now be watched at Admiralen Bangkok
“We just installed an IPTV box for future events,” Bent Laasholdt says. He is the Danish owner of Admiral’s Pub & Restaurant in Bangkok. The place now shows TV from Scandinavia, which …
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Danes Worldwide celebrates dual citizenship
Danes Worldwide, a global association working to assist and improve rights for Danes living abroad, celebrates the dual citizenship law coming into force September 1st. On the same occasion this years ‘Dane …
Danes Worldwide celebrates dual citizenship Read MoreMalaysia’s railroad systems better than Sweden and Denmark
Surprisingly enough, according to a survey made by World Economic Forum in 2013, Malaysia has better railroad infrastructure than Denmark and Sweden. Malaysia ranks 17, and Denmark is ranked 19 and Sweden …
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Swedish Professor Joel Tarning awarded for malaria research
Thailand-based Swedish researcher Professor Joel Tarning has been awarded the Giorgio Segré Prize by the European Federation for Pharmaceutical Sciences (EUFEPS) for his scientific research work on the pharmacokinetic and …
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WSP Finland awarded ‘Creative Company of the Year 2015’ in Vietnam
In June 2015 the Embassy of Finland in Hanoi awarded WSP Finland in recognition of the company’s creative and successful bridge design projects in different parts of Vietnam. The yearly …
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Vietnam signs renewable energy cooperation with Denmark
On June 18, in Hanoi, a MoU signing ceremony between Vietnam Ministry of Industry and Trade (Vietnam MOIT) and the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Building on cooperation in …
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Singapore signs another Danish MOU – with VCS Denmark
Following the signing of an earlier MOU (memorandum of understanding) between Singapore’s Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, and the Danish Ministry of Environment during the Singapore International Water …
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President of DABS resigns
The President of DABS, Lars Kyvsgaard, has announced that he is resigning since he is moving back to Denmark. Jakob Bergholdt, CEO of Norden, will be the temporary president but …
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Helsinki Festival focuses on China, bringing over 800 artists to Finland
2015 gives en unprecedented opportunity for people in the Nordic countries to experience Chinese culture closer to home, as Helsinki Festival in Finland celebrates ‘Focus: China’ as its main theme. …
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China’s Vice-Premier meets with top Finnish leaders
As 2015 marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Finland Vice-Premier Liu Yandong is on official visit to the Nordic country. On June 12 …
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Hong Kong Vikings is the name of the new Scandinavian football team. The spirit of the team is to combine football with the opportunity to meet other expats and enjoy a …
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Medals of honour for Denmark’s Ambassador to Vietnam
In early June, 2015, Danish Ambassador John Nielsen received two medals of honour for the outstanding results achieved during the Ambassador’s five years term here in Vietnam. Minister of Agriculture …
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The Mermaid and the Merlion – 50 years with Denmark and Singapore
As previously published by ScandAsia Singapore not only celebrates its 50th anniversary and independence this year but also celebrates the 50th anniversary for diplomatic relations with Denmark and the two …
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Royal Danish Embassy in Beijing celebrates Climate Action Day
To celebrate the European Climate Diplomacy Day the Danish Embassy in Beijing on June 17th opened its doors for a group of journalists, NGO’s and followers of the Embassy’s social …
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Norway witness to first Philippines Mindanao rebels’ arms turnover
16 June 2015 was the start of the decommissioning process, which will put the combatants and their weapons beyond use as part of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro, says …
Norway witness to first Philippines Mindanao rebels’ arms turnover Read MoreDanish upcoming President of the UN General Assembly: China show us the way
Danish Mogens Lykketoft is soon to become President of the UN General Assembly. His vision is clear: UN has to change. Climate and social equality will be the central focus in the next …
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The Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has just signed an agreement with Myanmar. The agreement is suppose to ensure Myanmar with a stable energy supply and welcomes Vestas on a …
Myanmar welcomes Vestas Read MoreVietnam blind association praises Norway and Sweden
Yesterday, the Viet Nam Blind Association held a workshop to spotlight a common predicament of many blind people in Viet Nam. While calling for help from international organizations, Swedish and …
Vietnam blind association praises Norway and Sweden Read MoreScandinavian documentaries on human rights film festival in Yangon
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. That is the premise of the third Human Rights Human Dignity International Film Festival, a weeklong event that …
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May 30, the Consulate General and the Innovation Centre in Shanghai gave Chinese parents presentations about Danish educational matters. The parents especially wanted to learn how Danes go about parenting …
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Danish Planet Saigon celebrates Danish election in Vietnam
Danish Planet Saigon would like to invite everyone to the event ‘Valgflæsk’ on June 18. Location is MadHouse. On Thursday, the next Danish general elections will be held. “Just because some of us …
Danish Planet Saigon celebrates Danish election in Vietnam Read MoreDistrust hampers GRP-NDF peace talks
OSLO – Norwegian Special Envoy to the Philippine peace process Elisabeth Slåttum of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said civil society should put pressure on the Philippine government (GRP) and …
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New innovation project from forward hi-tech and solutions shipbuilder Vard
One the major global designers and shipbuilders of offshore and specialized vessels used in the offshore oil and gas exploration and production and oil services industries has announced its latest …
New innovation project from forward hi-tech and solutions shipbuilder Vard Read MoreAsia-Europe meeting on wastewater management and sanitation in Singapore
While European countries have great expertise in wastewater management, Asian countries are striving to improve their practices to align themselves more closely to the Millennium Development Goals. June 26-27, ASEM provides a …
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Danish veteran journalist celebrates 25 years in Asia
Bjarne Wildau Nielsen, a veteran Danish journalist in Asia, celebrated on Saturday 13 June 2015 his 25 year anniversary as an Asia reporter. Bjarne Wildau highlights some of the many changes …
Danish veteran journalist celebrates 25 years in Asia Read MoreChinese companies to invest in Norwegian ports
Chinese investors confirm their interest in Norwegian ports near Russian border. Chinese companies are interested in the development of commercial shipping along the Northern Sea Route, as well as in …
Chinese companies to invest in Norwegian ports Read MoreChinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong visits Finland
Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong is in Finland for a three-day visit. The visit featured an opening ceremony of the Focus China, an extensive showcase of Chinese arts and culture …
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Finn wins Miss Bikini Fitness in Pattaya
Only one year ago, Finnish Linda Suomela Hemangkorn jumped out of her comfort zone and started to train with heavy weights. Last month, she won gold in a muscle and physique contest. “It was …
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IKEA of Sweden and FAO begin collaboration on forestry certification initiative
FAO and IKEA of Sweden has agreed in June 2015 to begin working together on a forestry certification initiative aimed at promoting the sustainable management of forest plantations and empowering …
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Sweden helps to address Thailand’s future healthcare challenges as an ageing society
With the focus theme ‘Healthcare Solutions For An Ageing Society’ the recent Swedish Healthcare delegation to Thailand and Vietnam was spot on, as Business Sweden’s Ambassador-led delegation met with public …
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Kai Thybro Nielsen passed away
Kai Thybro Nielsen, a colorful member and staunch supporter of the Danish community in Kuala Lumpur passed away on 26 May 2015. The funeral took place on 4 June i Gladsaxe …
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Increased risk of lightning in big cities
This week, Bangkok experienced a wave of lightning, and torrential overnight rain left the city flooded. The monsoon season in Thailand has begun, and looking at the weather forecast more lightning will strike the city the …
Increased risk of lightning in big cities Read MoreDanish Electro-rock band plays in Yangon
This weekend, the Danish band Dúné joins the ‘Voice of the Youth’ festival in Yangon. Besides one other international band from France, 30 local bands from Myanmar will be playing on the scene. …
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Tomorrow, all Danes living in Phuket now have a chance to meet both the Danish Ambassador Mikael Hemniti Winther and the new Danish Consul Søren N. Hede to a get-together …
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Gauthiers’ merges with Modex (Norway) to form world’s third-largest offshore container fleet
Gauthiers’ has announced the acquisition of an equity share of Modex, a leading international manufacturer of DNV-certified offshore equipment from Norway. Modex operates in Norway, China, Indonesia, Malaysia and China, …
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