Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Norwegian travel influencers Tora (32) and Marcus (31), known on social media as @TorasTravels, have sparked debate after sharing a video of their 10-month-old son being transported in a plastic …
Norwegian couple sparks debate with plastic bin baby carrier in Thai cave Read More
LEGO Group, the Danish toymaker known worldwide for its iconic plastic bricks, will in April this spring officially open its new $1.3 billion factory in Binh Duong province, southern Vietnam. …
$1.3 billion LEGO factory in Vietnam to open in April Read More
Danish Ambassador to Thailand and Cambodia, Danny Annan, is expected to visit Cambodia in the last week of February for a commercial visit, focusing on meeting Danish businesses operating in the …
Danish ambassador to visit Cambodia for commercial meetings Read More
Finland will from 17 February 2025 start to enforce new rules concerning foreign berry pickers. According to the new rules, foreign berry pickers must be employed under a contractual employment …
Finland stops berry pickers from arriving as tourists Read More
A Swedish man in his 20s, suspected of planning an attack on a restaurant in Umeå, was deported from Thailand and arrested upon arrival at Arlanda Airport on Wednesday, February …
Swedish man deported from Thailand and arrested at Arlanda Airport Read More
Danish singer-songwriter Sys Bjerre has returned to Denmark after an eventful period abroad, which included diving adventures in Thailand, Greece, and Israel. In the autumn of 2024 she lived for …
Sys Bjerre returns to Denmark after time in Thailand Read More
The Danish-based Asian food retailer Asiatorvet is set to open a pop-up shop in Kolding, Denmark, this coming weekend, according to an announcement on its Facebook page. Asiatorvet, established in …
Asiatorvet expands with pop-up shop in Kolding this weekend Read More
Members of SWEA International in Southeast Asia will gather for their Regional Annual Meeting on March 10, 2025, at 18:00 via Google Meet. The meeting is expected to bring together …
SWEA chapters in Southeast Asia to hold regional annual meeting in March Read More
Swedish Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, recently visited the Polarium factory in Hai Phong, highlighting the strong Swedish-Vietnamese cooperation in sustainable energy solutions. Polarium, a Swedish company specializing in safe, …
Swedish ambassador visits Polarium’s energy storage factory in Vietnam Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila, in collaboration with Seafood from Norway, recently hosted the first-ever seafood roundtable in the Philippines, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss opportunities for expanding …
Norway and the Philippines strengthen seafood trade ties at inaugural roundtable Read More
The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) has launched a photo exhibition titled “Lessons from the Past: A Visual Journey through the Khmer Rouge Tribunal Process.” This exhibition …
Photo exhibition about the Khmer Rouge Tribunal process Read More
Norwegian maritime company Boa has placed an order for a semi-submersible heavy lift barge with Dalian Shipbuilding Offshore Co. in China, further strengthening maritime collaboration between Norway and China in …
Norwegian maritime company Boa orders heavy lift barge from Chinese shipyard Read More
Swedish national Pernilla Sjoö has been drawn into the alleged breakup between Filipino actress Andi Eigenmann and professional surfer Philmar Alipayo. Pernilla Sjöö is a photographer and drone pilot based …
Swedish national caught in celebrity gossip in the Philippines Read More
Norwegian offshore service provider Olympic Subsea has placed an order for two next-generation offshore construction vessels (OCVs) to be built at the China Merchants Heavy Industry (CMHI) shipyard in Shenzhen. …
Norwegian offshore firm orders advanced construction vessels from Chinese shipyard Read More
The U.S. government’s 90-day suspension of foreign aid has forced Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) to lay off 1,700 employees, cutting its global workforce nearly in half. The move is having …
Norwegian demining organization hit hard by U.S. aid freeze, affecting operations in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia Read More
A recent feature in The Nation highlights the journey of Ken Kindborn, the Swedish-Thai captain of Thailand’s national ice hockey team. At 29 years old, Kindborn plays a pivotal role …
Swedish-Thai captain leads Thailand’s ice hockey team to new heights Read More
The Embassies of Finland and Norway in Bangkok are among the diplomatic missions participating in the 2025 Ambassador for a Day competition in Thailand. This initiative, which selects outstanding young …
Finland and Norway support young leaders in Thailand’s ‘Ambassador for a Day’ program Read More
The University of Jyväskylä recently featured an article by Thai student Pattarada Sangnark, who is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Language, Globalization, and Intercultural Communication. In her piece, she shares …
Thai student shares experience with Finland’s education system Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Singapore recently welcomed two new trainees for the spring term, Astrid Nord and Sara Zellman, who will be contributing to the embassy’s work in defence …
Embassy of Sweden in Singapore welcomes new trainees Read More
Finnish Ambassador Mikko Kinnunen has officially presented a copy of his credentials to Mongolia’s Foreign Ministry’s State Secretary, L. Munkhtushig, during his first official visit to Ulaanbaatar on February 6, …
Finland’s ambassador to China presents credentials in Mongolia Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam invites on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 14:00 to 16:30 (ICT), interested Vietnamese participants to join an online webinar on food loss and waste …
Danish webinar on reducing food waste in Vietnam Read More
The Danish Church in Thailand is inviting families to a Fastelavn celebration and children’s service on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM, hosted at the Danish Embassy in Bangkok. …
Danish Church in Thailand to celebrate Fastelavn at the Danish Embassy Read More
Denmark’s policy of listing Taiwanese residents as Chinese on official documents has sparked legal and diplomatic concerns. The issue was raised in the Danish Parliament on January 31, where Foreign …
Denmark’s policy on Taiwanese nationality raises concerns Read More
The Nordic embassies in Manila, in collaboration with the Nordic Liaison Office (NLO) Manila, are intensifying efforts to combat Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC), a crime that …
Nordic embassies in Manila strengthen efforts against online child abuse Read More
The Danish Business Association of Singapore (DABS) is gearing up for its much-anticipated Spring Party 2025, set to take place on March 15 at Panamericana, Sentosa. The event promises an …
DABS spring party 2025 set for a festive night in Singapore Read More
Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has expanded its presence in Thailand by reopening its renovated and enlarged office in Bangkok. The ceremony was attended by Danish Ambassador to Thailand, Danny …
Novo Nordisk expands office in Bangkok Read More
Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk is collaborating with industry leaders to assess the feasibility of establishing a green ammonia bunkering supply chain in Singapore, the world’s busiest bunkering port. The …
Maersk exploring ammonia bunkering in Singapore Read More
Volvo, the Swedish automaker owned by China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, has announced plans to shift the production of its EX30 and EX90 electric vehicle (EV) models from China to …
Volvo plan to move production due to China’s market pressures Read More
A poetic gesture by Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael Mellbin, has gained attention after he shared a haiku about the West Philippine Sea, which resonated with Philippine Defense Secretary …
Danish envoy’s haiku on West Philippine Sea gains attention Read More
Its ‘Micro housing’ is making inroads in Oceanian countries Despite all the hardships, many new businesses and ideas could be brought to fruition as a result of Covid-19. Kubikle, a …
Danish-owned Kubikle rolls out innovation to deliver space-efficient, customisable living spaces Read More
Fimue Coffee & Music Social Club, a new café and community space, celebrated its grand opening on Sunday, 9 February 2025, in the heart of Chiang Mai. The event welcomed …
Fimue Coffee & Music Social Club brings Nordic vintage charm to Chiang Mai Read More
In a recent interview with Recharge, Trond Westlie, Ørsted’s Chief Financial Officer, emphasized that the current market for offshore wind assets favors buyers. He noted that selling stakes in offshore …
Ørsted CFO: Asia remains key focus Read More
Denmark’s hearing technology sector continues to make strides globally, with its latest innovations gaining attention for their impact on hearing health. Danish companies, known for their cutting-edge advancements in hearing …
Danish hearing technology gains global traction, eyes Asian markets Read More
Finnair has announced that up to 90 pilots could face job cuts unless negotiations with unions lead to an agreement on increased standby duties and overtime work. The Finnish airline, …
Finnair: Up to 90 pilots could lose their job Read More
The Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles, and Textile Technologies (VIATT) is set to take place in Ho Chi Minh City from February 26–28, 2025, bringing together industry leaders …
Swedish textile technology at international trade fair in Vietnam Read More
A groundbreaking collaboration between Chinese and Swedish scientists has resulted in the development of a new rice variety that could significantly reduce global methane emissions while maintaining high yields. The …
Chinese-Swedish research breakthrough creates rice with 70% lower methane emissions Read More
A popular Finnish flea market chain, Jussin Jättikirpis, has implemented a groundbreaking ban on fast fashion items at their locations, with their Porvoo branch leading the initiative against quickly produced, …
Finnish flea market chain takes stand against Chinese fast fashion Read More
AstraZeneca announced that it could face a fine of up to $4.5 million in China over suspected unpaid import taxes, a figure significantly lower than some investors had feared. The …
AstraZeneca reassures investors as China tax probe impact appears limited Read More
The Anglo-Swedish pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca faces mounting pressure from shareholders regarding ongoing investigations in China, one of its key markets. The concerns emerged after the detention of Leon Wang, the …
Nordic investors seek clarity on AstraZeneca’s China investigations Read More
Former Icelandic Minister of Education, Illugi Gunnarsson, has highlighted China’s remarkable economic transformation and emphasized the growing potential for cooperation between Iceland and China during his recent visits to the …
Former Icelandic minister promotes stronger China-Iceland relations Read More
The Norwegian Church in Pattaya is currently hosting a confirmation camp for Norwegian youth from Thailand, Singapore, Australia, and Japan. The event brings together young confirmands for a week of …
Norwegian Church in Pattaya hosts confirmation camp for Nordic youth in Asia Read More
Singaporean StarHub has successfully completed its nationwide rollout of Nokia’s XGS-PON technology, enabling homes across Singapore to access 10 Gbps internet speeds. This makes StarHub the first operator in Singapore …
StarHub and Nokia launch Singapore’s first nationwide 10 Gbps broadband network Read More
Danish Jewelry manufacturer Pandora has stated that the latest U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will have a limited effect on its business. The Danish company, known for its charm bracelets, …
Pandora expects minimal impact from new US tariffs on China Read More
In the early hours of 6 February 2025, an Icelandic tourist sustained injuries after tripping over a road hazard on Pattaya Klang Road in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. …
Icelandic tourist injured in Pattaya due to road hazard, locals call for action Read More
Swedish automotive safety leader Autoliv, Inc. is set to start operations at its new airbag cushion plant in Quang Ninh province, northern Vietnam, in November 2025. The facility, located in …
Sweden’s Autoliv to open airbag cushion plant in northern Vietnam Read More
Oslo welcomed on 30 January 2025 its first Indonesian restaurant, Boboko, located in the Vika Nationaltheatret area at Via Village. The grand opening was graced by the presence of Indonesian …
First Indonesian Restaurant in Oslo opened by Ambassador Read More
Taiwanese residents in Denmark staged a protest outside the Danish Parliament on Monday, opposing a new government policy that lists their nationality and birthplace as “China” instead of “Taiwan” on …
Taiwanese protest in Denmark over new ‘China’ label on official documents Read More
The Danish expatriate community in Thailand was on 5 February 2025 invited to an informative evening titled “Global Danes in Thailand” at the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok. The event, …
Navigating legal rules: Danes in Thailand joined Embassy information evening Read More
Vietnam’s textile and garment sector has the potential to strengthen its presence in the Nordic market by integrating sustainability with traditional craftsmanship, according to Nguyen Thi Hoang Thuy, Trade Counselor …
Vietnam’s textile industry eyes Nordic market with sustainability and cultural heritage Read More
Carlsberg is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a specially designed limited-edition look for its beer, created in collaboration with the artistic duo 1983ASIA. The Danish brewer has launched …
Carlsberg unveils limited-edition design for Lunar New Year campaign across Asia Read More