From Sweden with love
Considering recent events, not many people can say that living in Libya was one of the best things that could have ever happened to them, but that’s exactly what happened …
From Sweden with love Read MoreBali’s Swedish Connection
Bali Native Dewa Made Juniarta Sastrawan Appointed Indonesian Ambassador to Sweden President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has appointed a Bali native as the new Indonesian Ambassador to Sweden. Sworn in as …
Bali’s Swedish Connection Read MoreFillippino´s get a chance to win trip to Sweden
Young people with creative and innovative environmental projects that protect the ozone layer have a chance to win international recognition and an all-expenses-paid trip to Sweden in June. Volvo Adventure …
Fillippino´s get a chance to win trip to Sweden Read MoreMAMMA MIA! In Manila Extends Till 2/19
True blue ABBA fans have an additional one week to catch the international touring production of composers and lyricists Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and book writer Catherine Johnson’s smash …
MAMMA MIA! In Manila Extends Till 2/19 Read MoreWhere the Waters Meet – Pak Nam Pho
The confluence of the Nan river and the Ping river that form the ChaoPhraya river is an interesting place to visit when you know its historical importance among others for …
Where the Waters Meet – Pak Nam Pho Read MoreMany of the Swedish companies affected by trade barriers
The Swedish embassy has posted results of a business-climate survey of Swedish companies in China, and concludes that most are performing well, profitable (in 2010), expanding market share and plan …
Many of the Swedish companies affected by trade barriers Read MoreThe Swedish Arts Council is seeking applications
The Swedish Arts Council is seeking applications for cooperation between cultural operators in Sweden and China. The deadline is Jan 30, with a second deadline for 2012 applications on Oct …
The Swedish Arts Council is seeking applications Read MoreNorwegian and Danish consulate general sponsored exhibition in Guangzhou
Norway’s audio product manufacturer Electrocompaniet was awarded the Rogaland County’s Innovation Prize for its sustained effort in bringing high-quality Norwegian products to new markets, particularly China, where the company has …
Norwegian and Danish consulate general sponsored exhibition in Guangzhou Read MoreChina willing to aid bailout: Denmark and Finland
The leaders of Denmark and Finland said on Friday that China has showed a willingness to contribute to global efforts to bail out debt-ridden European countries. However, a senior Chinese …
China willing to aid bailout: Denmark and Finland Read MoreNiels Simonsen paintings expected to fetch more than £50,000
Historic Keith Hall paintings expected to fetch more than £50,000 at London auction Artwork from a historic Aberdeenshire building could fetch more than £50,000 when it goes under the hammer …
Niels Simonsen paintings expected to fetch more than £50,000 Read MoreH&M bottom line feels the pinch
For the full-year 2011, H&M posted a net profit of 15.82 billion kronor ($2.33 billion), down from 18.68 billion kronor in 2010, largely owing to soaring prices for materials, especially …
H&M bottom line feels the pinch Read MoreIndonesian-born twins reunite in Sweden after 30 years
Indonesian twin sisters separated only weeks after birth have found each other almost 30 years later in Sweden, living just 60 kilometres apart. On top of this, they both work …
Indonesian-born twins reunite in Sweden after 30 years Read MoreSuccessful Swedish Association in Hua Hin Annual Meeting
On 26 January 2012, about 130 members of Swedish Association in Hua Hin signed up to the annual meeting and the subsequent Thai buffet and dancing at 3 Girls Restaurant. …
Successful Swedish Association in Hua Hin Annual Meeting Read MoreNew princess in Denmark
Prince Joachim of Denmark (the younger brother of Crown Prince Frederik) and his wife Princess Marie had a daughter today. The new princess of Denmark was born at 08.27 in …
New princess in Denmark Read MoreRemarkable Nordic Networking with dtac
On 24 January 2012, dtac – or to be precise Total Access Communication PCL – gave a warm welcome to members of Nordic Chambers in Thailand. About 100 members and …
Remarkable Nordic Networking with dtac Read MoreTHAI wins ‘Norway Grand Travel Award 2012’
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has once again won the prestigious award for “Best Intercontinental Airline” in the Norwegian Grand Travel Award 2012. This marks the eighth consecutive year in …
THAI wins ‘Norway Grand Travel Award 2012’ Read MoreSAS was Europe’s most punctual airline for third year in a row in 2011
Scandinavian Airlines has officially been named Europe’s most punctual airline, for the third year in a row, by the independent source Flightstats. SAS was also the world’s third most punctual …
SAS was Europe’s most punctual airline for third year in a row in 2011 Read MoreSkagen Designs Dragon Watch Collection
Skagen Denmark introduces a limited edition watch, the Skagen Dragon Watches Collection, that’s exclusive to Malaysia. There are only 120 each of the men’s and women’s design. Drawn by the …
Skagen Designs Dragon Watch Collection Read MoreSuccessful Networking Luncheon of PNBC
Text and Photo by Philippines Norway Business Council – As expected, the Networking Luncheon of PNBC held on 19 January 2012 was again a smashing success! See picture from event here. 50 …
Successful Networking Luncheon of PNBC Read MoreRasmus & Rasmus from Schackenborg to Rayong
Chef Rasmus Lodahl & Chef Rasmus Vemmelund are two famous specialists in Danish cusine from the south of Jutland, the Danish peninsula connected to Germany in the south and sticking …
Rasmus & Rasmus from Schackenborg to Rayong Read MoreDanish PM wishes Chinese a happy New Year
Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt on Sunday wished all Chinese a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year, and looked forward to even closer ties between Denmark and China. “On the …
Danish PM wishes Chinese a happy New Year Read MoreMeet the Former Norwegian Ambassador
“Impressions and Reflections” is the informal title of an evening with former Norwegian Ambassador to Thailand, H.E. Lars A Wensell at the Norwegian Church in Pattaya. The event will take …
Meet the Former Norwegian Ambassador Read MoreVasaloppet cross-country China celebrates 10th anniversary
The 10th anniversary of Vasaloppet China, which occurred on Jan 2, attracted more than 50,000 participants to the annual cross-country ski race in the northeastern province of Jilin, the most …
Vasaloppet cross-country China celebrates 10th anniversary Read MoreOne Nordic Bussiness Forum for Indonesia
The Swedish, Norwegian and Danish business associations in Indonesia are now tied together as members of one single organization, NBF – Nordic Business Forum. A Finnish and an Icelandic Board member …
One Nordic Bussiness Forum for Indonesia Read MoreWin a trip to Denmark by participating in the Chr. Hansen company competition
The Danish bioscience company- Chr. Hansen – has launched an exciting essay competition as a part of their participation in Sino-Danish Network. The headline of the competition is “Natural Colors …
Win a trip to Denmark by participating in the Chr. Hansen company competition Read MoreDanish Scientist Receives Prestigious Chinese Award
The Danish Prof. Flemming Besenbacher was on Wednesday 18 January 2012 announced as one of three international scientists to receive the 2011 award for International Scientific Cooperation by The Chinese …
Danish Scientist Receives Prestigious Chinese Award Read MoreSwedish delegation heads to China on sale of Saab
A Swedish delegation made up of government officials, representatives from the Swedish automobile company Saab was on the way to China on Wednesday for meeting the Chinese car manufacturer Youngman …
Swedish delegation heads to China on sale of Saab Read MoreNotorious Danish Web Scammer Arrested
The infamous Danish web scammer Michael Larsen, who has been cheating Danish web customers for years, was this morning arrested in Copenhagen Airport when he arrived on a plane from …
Notorious Danish Web Scammer Arrested Read MoreDanish League National Team 0-0 Against South Korea
The Danish league national football team in played 0-0 against South Korea’s Olympic team in the King’s Cup tournament in Thailand on Wednesday evening 18 January 2011 The Danish team …
Danish League National Team 0-0 Against South Korea Read MoreNorway Beat Thailand 1-0 in King’s Cup
Norway won the match against Thailand 1-0 on Wednesday at Rajamangala National Stadium, effectively destroying Thailand’s chances of winning the King’s Cup this year Tore Reginiussen’s goal came late in …
Norway Beat Thailand 1-0 in King’s Cup Read MoreSwedish-Lebanese Terror Suspect Explains Himself
“I am 100 percent not guilty in the terror crimes, I am accused of,” says Atris Hussein, who was last week arrested in Bangkok suspected of preparing to carry out …
Swedish-Lebanese Terror Suspect Explains Himself Read MoreThe EABC Heralds a New Chapter for EU Businesses in Thailand
The European ASEAN Business Centre (EABC) was officially launched in Bangkok on Wednesday 18 january 2012 at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, The Ballroom. This opening was hosted by the EABC President and …
The EABC Heralds a New Chapter for EU Businesses in Thailand Read MoreKIS International School Offers Scholarships
KIS International School is currently accepting applications for their coveted IB Diploma academic scholarships for the academic year 2012-2013. KIS scholarships are well respected in the international school community and …
KIS International School Offers Scholarships Read MoreNorwegian Man Missing in Thailand
Bjørn Ivar Oliver Larsen, a 65 year old Norwegian tourist, has been missing since 28 December 2011. His family has made a request for anyone who has information about his current …
Norwegian Man Missing in Thailand Read MoreBangkok threat: Terrorist’s Swedish connection
The suspect detained in Bangkok on suspicion of planning to blow up Israeli targets in Thailand has been identified as 47-year-old Hussein Atris, an Lebanese man holding a Swedish passport, …
Bangkok threat: Terrorist’s Swedish connection Read MoreHM Queen Margrethe 2nd of Denmark’s 40th Jubilee as Reign
HM Queen Margrethe 2nd of Denmark was proclaimed Queen on 15 January 1972, the day after her father King Frederik IX died. In Denmark, her 40 year jubilee as reign …
HM Queen Margrethe 2nd of Denmark’s 40th Jubilee as Reign Read MoreA Proud Moment for the Father of Thailand´s Dairy Industry
The Danish agronomist, Mr. Gunnar Søndergaard was January 11 2012 honored at the National Dairy Fair held at at the Dairy Farming Promotion Organization of Thailand´s headquarters in Muak Lek …
A Proud Moment for the Father of Thailand´s Dairy Industry Read MoreStyle:Nordic to Relocate
Style:Nordic has announce that thye will be relocating on 31 January 2012 from their current location at Delfi to a new unit at Palais Renaissance, around 200 meters down the road from …
Style:Nordic to Relocate Read MoreUS Embassy in Bangkok Warns of Terror Attack
The American Embassy in Bangkok published on 13 January a warning that a terror attack might happen in Bangkok in the near future. “Foreign terrorists may be currently looking to …
US Embassy in Bangkok Warns of Terror Attack Read MoreSingapore Airlines and SAS to Deepen Alliance
Singapore Airlines and Scandinavian airline SAS are to deepen their cooperation on flights between Scandinavia and Singapore as they aim to make gains in the key Europe-Asia market, according to …
Singapore Airlines and SAS to Deepen Alliance Read MoreViolinist Henning Kraggerud at Hong Kong Music Festival
After having a triumphant debut with the London Philharmonic Orchestra under Osmo Vänska in 2010, Henning Kraggerud, a Norwegian violinist, has been invited to re-join the conductor at the New …
Violinist Henning Kraggerud at Hong Kong Music Festival Read MoreSAS and Singapore Airlines to start joint non-stop flight to Stockholm
Scandinavian Airlines and Singapore Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the aim of entering into a joint venture agreement to introduce a jointly operated non-stop route between Stockholm …
SAS and Singapore Airlines to start joint non-stop flight to Stockholm Read MoreDanish Support for Motorcycle Helmet Campaign in Thailand
Mikael H. Winther, Ambassador of Denmark to Thailand and his wife Ratanawadee H. Winther played in each their way a significant role at an event on 11 January to promote …
Danish Support for Motorcycle Helmet Campaign in Thailand Read MoreCambodia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Scandinavian Tourist Board without Sweden
Since the end of 2011 Norway and Denmark are the only countries left in the Scandinavian Tourist Board as Sweden pulled out of the collaboration. Scandinavian Tourist Board (STB) will …
Scandinavian Tourist Board without Sweden Read MoreMedema Donates Mini Crosser to Chinese Rehabilitation Centre
Medema Production Export Manager Jan Bill Henschke on on 9 January 2012 donated a mini crosser motorized wheel chair to China Foundation for Disabled Persons (CFDP) Vice Chair-person Ms. Tang …
Medema Donates Mini Crosser to Chinese Rehabilitation Centre Read MoreMalaysia Initiates Free Education, Similar to Nordic Countries
Some 500,000 Year One (seven-year-old) pupils in Malaysia will benefit from fee-free education with the start of the semester on 4 January 2012. The recently announced free education policy, which …
Malaysia Initiates Free Education, Similar to Nordic Countries Read MoreEltek Suing Chinese companies
Eltek is suing a Chinese company for illegally copying their products. Eltek emphasises that the reason they are pursuing this case is a matter of principle, as the economic losses …
Eltek Suing Chinese companies Read MoreDanish Companies Bring Production Jobs Back Home
Some Danish companies offshoring production are now turning back to Denmark, according to the online paper cphpost.dk. With rising Chinese wages, many manufacturing jobs are likely to be brought back …
Danish Companies Bring Production Jobs Back Home Read MoreDanish navy captures ‘pirate mothership’
THE Danish navy says it has captured a suspected pirate mothership off the Horn of Africa and rescued 14 people who were being held hostage on it. The navy says …
Danish navy captures ‘pirate mothership’ Read MoreDenmark vs Norway Football Match in Bangkok
Denmark vs. Norway on Sunday 15 January 2012 will be the first time ever that the Danish national league football team will meet the Norwegian national football team on a stadium …
Denmark vs Norway Football Match in Bangkok Read More