Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Danish manufacturers of children’s clothes report booming exports to China and the world’s largest markets. Do the brands ‘Katvig’, ‘Mini A Ture’, ‘Claire for Kids’ and ‘Småfolk’ ring any bells? …
Danish ’Claire Kids’ is Opening 90 Stores in China Read MoreA human tragedy was unfolding in Oslo on Friday after police reported finding the body of an elderly man who’s believed to have died in his east-side apartment at least …
Police Find Man Dead for Two Years Read MoreOil-rich Norway remains the best country in the world to live, while Indonesia still ranks outside the top 100 countries, according to the most recent UN human development index (HDI) …
Indonesia Ranks 108 in HDI, Norway Number One Read MoreForeign tourists visiting Bali for a holiday reached two million, or close to expected target of 2.3 million this year, tourism observer Dewa Nyoman Putraman, said here.“I believe the number …
Two Million Tourists Visit Bali Read MoreEsoftflow and Netimplementers have recently co-organized their first Community Day on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) support to the disabled children at Bavi Rehabilitation Centre. The event started with a …
B2B Companies Organize Community Day Read MoreThe Cultural Development and Exchange Fund (CDEF) announces the winner of the Young Talent Prize 2010. The public has since the 10th of October been able to vote on their …
Winner of the Young Talent Prize Read MoreThe current Swedish government´s plan for labour immigration to Sweden, has become a lucrative business for unscrupulous employers in Sweden. They can charge immigrants with up to 30,000 crowns for …
Swedish Work Permits on the Black Market Read MoreA total of 30.454 people visited in October the website https://scandasia.com/. That makes October 2010 the first month where the website was in average visited by more than 1.000 visitors …
Over 1.000 Visitors Per Day on ScandAsia.com Read MoreSwedish automaker Volvo, which was purchased by China’s Geely Holding Group Co earlier this year, plans to hire a team of Chinese designers to cater to local tastes as it …
Chinese Style Volvo to Enhance Local Appeal Read MoreIn an effort to strengthen the status of Indonesian women in politics and enhance their role in democratic governance, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Jakarta on Thursday signed a cooperation …
Norway to Boost Women’s Role in Politics Read MorePhoto: Royal Norwegian Embassy The Seafood Gala Dinner was, as usual, held at the Grand Ballroom at Mandarin Hotel. This year the Master of Ceremony, Mrs. Bridget Pereira from the …
Norwegian Seafood Gala Dinner 2010 Read MoreNokia, the world’s largest maker of mobile phones, has used yuan for international trade, the Espoo, Finland-based company said last week in an e-mailed response to questions. Sweden’s Ikea, the …
Ikea and Nokia Shuns Dollars Read MoreAn industry source said Hong Kong-listed Tan Chong International, the owner of Nissan Diesel Thailand, was reluctant to produce and distribute the trucks in Thailand because it wanted to shift …
Volvo Nissan Dispute Halts Truck Production Read MoreSingapore Airlines (SIA) is delaying all flights operated on its Airbus A380 aircraft, after a Qantas Airways plane of the same model made an emergency landing at Changi Airport around …
Singepore Airlines Delays all A380 Flights Read More“In Western Europe we have very few stonemasons left in the traditional sense. In China, on the contrary, I can contract with a crafts master one day and the next …
Chinese Stonecutters Aid Famous Danish Sculptor Read MoreNorway alone exported 19,300 tons of salmon, valued at 895 million yuan ($133.97 million), to the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong in the first eight months, figures released by the …
19,300 tons of Norwegian Salmon to China Read MoreAccording to The Nation, Sanan may meet up with Thaksin in Norway very soon.Legal Advisor Noppadon Patama said on Wednesday, although he could not confirm, that he believes Sanan would …
Norway to Hold Meeting Between Sanan and Thaksin Read MoreSunday October 31st the Norwegian Ambassador, Eivind S. Homme, went for a bike ride with Jakarta’s governor Fauzi Bowo and US Ambassador, Scot Marciel, as a tribute to the good …
Norwegian Ambassador Bike for Greener Jakarta Read MoreLänsforsakringar Gothenburg and Bohuslän, one of 24 local Swedish insurance companies, spend nearly 22 million SEK in compensation for more than 2500 accidents, crimes and injuries associated with travel. “Average …
Accidents Expensive for Swedish Insurance Company Read MoreFrom April 2011, passengers transferring and transiting at Changi Airport will – for the first time – have to pay service and security charges. The $12 fee in total would …
Changi to Impose Transfer and Transit Charges Read MoreAmbassador of Thailand to Sweden, presided over the wreath-laying ceremony at the statue of King Chulalongkorn (King Rama V) at the Thai Pavilion.On the occasion of King Chulalongkorn’s Memorial Day …
King Chulalongkorn’s Memorial Day in Sweden Read MoreThe Foreign & Commonwealth Office has appointed Denmark’s ISS to manage the properties associated with 28 diplomatic missions in 14 countries in the Asia Pacific and India. ISS, whose private …
UK Appoints Denmark’s ISS in Asia Read MoreA programme supported by Denmark to assist the private business sector to strengthen capacity for trade unions, beginning in 2005, has brought remarkable results, said the Vietnam General Confederation of …
Danish Support Brings Remarkable Results Read MoreDenmark’s Little Mermaid statue, France’s seven priceless paintings, Luxembourg’s national treasure, the Gelle Fra (Golden Lady) statue, and Egypt’s mask of Pharaoh Sheshonq II, were all star exhibits in their …
The Secret of the Little Mermaids Departure Read MoreAround fifty former exchange students to Sweden recently gathered for a BBQ-evening at the Swedish residence. Swedish students currently studying in Singapore also attended the event. The evening offered an …
The Embassy Welcomes Exchange Students Read MoreOctober 30 was an eventful and festive gala evening for Danish Chamber of Commerce (DCCC) Shanghai and 165 guests at Hyatt on the Bund! The Danish Chamber hosted the award …
DCCC Business Person and Entrepreneur of the Year 2010 Read MoreThe Embassy of Norway participated in the 11th annual Ambassador’s Cup held at Changi Sailing Club last weekend. This year’s event, hosted by Ambassador Jansing of The Netherlands, saw 23 …
Norwegian Sailing Team Joined 11th Annual Ambassador’s Cup Read MoreSo far it has been dragging out a bit, but now Zabai Golf has its new website up and running. “Finally we have the new website up and running, this …
Zabai Golf’s New Website Up and Running Read MoreThe following letter was sent from the King of Norway to the President of Indonesia in relation to the recent natural disasters. His Excellency Dr. H. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono President …
Message of Condolence from the King of Norway Read MoreMinister of Environment Solheim met with Vice President and Provincial Governors of Indonesia to advance Indonesia-Norway climate and forest partnership on 25-26 October. Read the full press release from the …
Norwegian Minister of Environment Visits Indonesia Read MoreScania in China has signed a strategic partnership agreement with leading Chinese power generation engine distributor, Shanghai Boden Engine Co., Ltd. The exclusive deal, has a potential of hundreds of …
Scania Strengthens Position in China Read MoreLufthansa chairman Jürgen Weber has previously avoided directly answering questions regarding the possible purchase of SAS, but on Monday he clearly stated that the firm was an attractive proposition. “We …
Lufthansa Confirms Interest in SAS Purchase Read MoreOn Sunday night, a cyclist at a road in Malmo, Sweden noticed that someone sent a green laser beam at him. The cyclist turned off the road and watched as …
8-year-old Fired Laser Beam on Passers-by Read MoreA Swedish tourist has been accused by Phuket police of selling methamphetamine ya ice from his room at a Patong resort that only opened two weeks ago, writes PhuketWan. The man, …
Another Swede Arrested for Methamphetamine Read MoreLeaders of some 25 Sweden-related businesses in Ho Chi Minh City and the neighbouring provinces met the Ambassador of Sweden and the Trade Section at the Embassy on 20 October …
25 Sweden-related Businesses Met the Ambassador Read MoreWhile in Singapore, Mr. Olav Akselsen and his delegation took the opportunity to visit with Singapore’s maritime authorities and with key actors in the maritime community. The visit reflects the …
Norwegian Maritime Director Visits Singapore Read MoreStudy in Europe 2010 The fifth Study in Europe education fair on October 16 at Hotel Hilton offered a venue for the participating countries to showcase their excellence in higher …
From 30 Student Visa Applications up to 102 Read MoreThis is one of the findings the Ambassador of Sweden in Vietnam Mr Staffan Herrström and the Trade Section of the Embassy got during their tour in mid October to …
Swedes Enjoy Promising Businesses in Vietnam Read MoreWu Promotion in collaboration with the Finnish Embassy and Finnish Expat groups presents Finland’s most popular vocal groups Semmarit live performances at the One Club in Beijing’s Chaoyang District on …
Finland’s Semmarit Performs in Beijing Read MoreThe Nordic business association NordCham organized a meeting on the 28 October at Press Club in Hanoi with the participation of the Nordic Ambassadors and Nordic companies in Vietnam. The …
The Future of Nordic Business Interests in Vietnam Read MoreAn information evening for Danes in Bangkok will take place on November the 20th from 6pm. at Cafe Europe. The main purpose is to meet newcomers and share information on …
An Information Evening for Danes in Bangkok Read MoreSince his first job as a rural bricklayer more than 50 years ago, Gong Xuebin has built an international food empire with a huge stake in the Japanese market and …
Gong Xuebin and Ingvar Kamprad Read MoreOnce again the Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) invites you and your friends to participate in its prestigious golf tournament “The Nordic Masters 2010”. The Nordic Masters will be …
TFCC Invitational KONE Nordic Masters 2010 Read MoreThis weekend the red carpet was rolled out for the Chinese Ambassador Xie Hangsheng when he guests Denmark Open in Odense. The visit emphasizes that Denmark Open is one of …
Denmark Open Connects China and Denmark Read MoreA Swedish child tourist got his fingers trapped in an escalator at ‘Tuk Com’ IT City on Halloween. His hand was eventually freed and he was sent for emergency treatment. A …
Swedish Child Traps Hand in Pattaya Escalator Read MoreIndonesi’s largest telephone company plans to acquire a telecommunications company in Cambodia, according to its commissioner Tanri Abeng, Bisnis Indonesia newspaper reported yesterday. And Swedish owned Star-Cell has been widely …
Indonesian Telco Buying Swedish Cambodian Star-Cell? Read MoreOnce upon a time, there was a bronze mermaid keeping watch over the harbor of Copenhagen. Beloved by the Danish city’s inhabitants, she was an icon not just of Copenhagen …
Time to Say Goodbye to China Read MoreThe Norwegian pavillion at the World EXPO 2010 in Shanghai, China won silver in the cathegory design and architecture for medium sized pavillions. Norway’s pavillion is made with a structure …
Silver for Norway at the 2010 EXPO Read MoreAn upsurge in marriages between older Swedish men and young, underprivileged foreign women raises serious questions about gender equality, according to a new report. In a new ‘migration by marriage’ …
Increasing ‘Marriage Migration’ to Sweden Read MorePolice have identified the British man suspected of inflicting the injuries that likely caused the death of a married Danish man who came back to a Soi Diana beer bar …
Police Identify Attacker of Danish Man Read More