Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Norway, in collaboration with Yara Fertilizers Philippines Inc., has allocated a grant of 4.0 million Philippine Pesos to introduce solar-powered water pumps in the Philippines. The initiative aims to boost …
Norway assists Filipino farmers with solar-powered water pumps Read More
Norway and Denmark have suspended international adoptions, including from Taiwan, pending an investigation into alleged illegal operations. Social and Family Affairs Administration Director, Chien Hui-chuan, has stated that 215 children …
Taiwan among affected by Scandinavian adoptions decision Read More
Indonesia is aggressively pursuing sustainable tourism, eyeing 14.3 million international visitors in 2024. Tourism Minister Sandiaga Uno emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including promoting electric vehicles and green energy accommodations. The initiative …
Indonesia sets sights on 14.3 million eco-conscious tourists in 2024 Read More
Indonesia stole the spotlight at Norway’s largest Travel Expo, hosted at the Telenor Arena in Oslo on January 13-14. The Indonesian booth, decorated with the theme “Escape the Winter,” drew …
Indonesia takes center stage at Norway’s Premier Travel Expo in Oslo Read More
The family of Yimin Dong, a Norwegian citizen serving a 13-year prison sentence in China for smuggling Norwegian salmon, has accused SalMar, the world’s second-largest salmon producer, of being complicit …
Family claims Norwegian company knew of salmon smuggling to China Read More
Denmark’s sole international adoption agency, Danish International Adoption (DIA), has announced its decision to cease its facilitation of overseas adoptions. This follows rising concerns raised by a government agency regarding …
Denmark and Norway halt international adoptions amidst allegations of fraud and illegal practices Read More
Volvo Malaysia is eagerly awaiting details on the upcoming High-Value Goods Tax (HVGT). There is still a hope that the luxury tax will avoid hindering efforts to promote electric vehicle …
Volvo Malaysia awaits details on new High-Value Goods Tax Read More
The Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) has embarked on a marketing campaign to promote the country’s mackerel products in China. In the pursuit NSC has formed strategic partnerships with influential Chinese …
Norwegian mackerel marketed as premium product in China despite sustainability concerns Read More
The surge in Scandinavian flights to Thailand, with Norse Atlantic Airways, Thai Airways and SAS, is to attract more Scandinavian tourists in 2024. Orn Duangchan, Director of the Tourism Authority …
Several Bangkok flights increased to attract Scandinavian tourists Read More
Malaysia’s King and Queen, Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah, extend congratulations to Denmark’s newly proclaimed monarch, King Frederik X. In a statement, they express optimism for continued relations between the …
Malaysian Royals congratulates Denmark’s New King – emphasizing bilateral ties and economic collaboration Read More