Bente Sustmann has passed away
Bente Sustmann passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 64 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Her funeral took place on January 13 at Strøby Church, …
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Another Danish influencer criticized for elephant encounter in Thailand
Elvira Pitzner, a well-known Danish influencer, has sparked controversy after sharing an Instagram post from her vacation in Thailand. The post shows her brushing an elephant’s forehead and trunk with a …
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Users flee from TikTok to RedNote
With a possible TikTok ban in the U.S., users are flocking to the Chinese app RedNote, known locally as Xiaohongshu. Over 700,000 new users joined in two days, pushing the …
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Danish businesses explore opportunities at China Expo
Danish companies are using the China International Import Expo (CIIE) to access China’s massive market. At a promotional meeting in Copenhagen, participants highlighted the event’s importance for global trade partnerships. …
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ScandAsia Magazine January 2025
The ScandAsia magazine for January 2025 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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Woman arrested for smuggling 41.7 kg of cannabis into Norway
A woman in her 30s was arrested at Oslo’s Gardermoen Airport after authorities found 41.7 kilograms of cannabis in her luggage. She claimed the bags were given to her by …
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Vietnam and Finland sign labour migration agreement
Vietnam and Finland have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation on labour migration. The agreement was signed on January 13 in Hanoi by Vietnam’s Minister of …
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Swedish Ambassador celebrates cultural ties at Tiffany’s Show Pattaya
H.E. Anna Hammargren, Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, recently visited Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, celebrating its cultural significance and historical ties between Thailand and Sweden. Dr. Darin Phanthusak, Vice President of PTS …
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Join Nordic Film Festival 2025 in Bangkok!
The Nordic Film Festival returns to Bangkok on January 24-25, 2025, offering a curated selection of films from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Hosted in the garden of the Danish …
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One Friday afternoon
One Friday afternoon, when the weather had a very pleasant temperature, I decided to go and have a closer look at the latest shopping mall, One Bangkok. I always wonder …
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Thai Defence Ministry backs Gripen jets over F-16s
The Thai Defence Ministry has endorsed the Royal Thai Air Force’s (RTAF) decision to purchase Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets over US-made F-16s, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai announced. The 19-billion-baht …
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Danish Embassy leads global Youth Conference on Sustainable Development
The Danish Embassy in Indonesia, in collaboration with UNA Indonesia and the UN, hosted a Global Youth Conference on January 12, 2025, focused on youth-led actions for sustainable development. Over …
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Neste delivers Singapore’s first renewable diesel for marine sector
Neste, a Finnish renewable fuels producer, has achieved a milestone by delivering its MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Singapore. The delivery was conducted in partnership with KPI …
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Sigve Brekke joins CP Group as Telecom Chief
Sigve Brekke will return to Thailand’s telecommunications sector as CEO of CP Group’s Telecommunications and Digital Business Group starting March 1, 2025. Recruited by CP Group CEO Suphachai Chearavanont, Brekke …
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Danish kids shop on controversial platform Temu
Almost half of children aged 9 to 14 have shopped or received items from the Chinese e-commerce platform Temu, according to a new Epinion survey. The platform attracts young users …
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EU and Allies address Human Rights Crisis in Myanmar
On January 6, 2025, the High Representative of the European Union, alongside the governments of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland, Timor-Leste, and …
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Sweden-Vietnam trade grows by 11.8% amid increased collaboration
Bilateral trade between Sweden and Vietnam grows by 11.8% in the first 11 months of 2024, reflecting a robust recovery and strengthening economic partnership. This growth marks a significant milestone …
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Danish FM faces criticism: Thailand vacation amid Greenland tensions
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen is under fire for remaining on vacation in Thailand while tensions rise over Greenland’s future. As the state of affairs escalates, notable figures from …
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Norwegian Chess King Magnus Carlsen marries Ella Victoria Malone in Oslo
Norwegian Chess King Magnus Carlsen, the former world chess champion and current World No. 1, married his girlfriend Ella Victoria Malone on January 4, 2024. The couple exchanged vows in …
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Sweden commits SEK 258 million to Asian Development Fund
The Swedish government has announced a significant contribution of SEK 258 million (approximately USD 25.06 million) to the Asian Development Fund (ADF). This funding aims to support long-term economic development …
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Royal couple hosts first new year’s reception for diplomats
The Danish royal couple welcomed ambassadors and diplomats from around the world to a New Year’s reception at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen. Among the attendees were ambassadors from Vietnam, Norway, …
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Did she murder another Thai woman in Denmark?
The court in Denmark has placed a 29 year old Thai woman from Odense in remand prison suspected of having brutally murdered another Thai woman who was working at a …
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Danish municipalities purchase Chinese EV’s despite warnings
Danish municipalities continue to purchase Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), such as the popular BYD Dolphin, despite Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen’s warnings about dependency on China and concerns from the Data …
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Finland sets new income requirement for work permits
Finland has set a new minimum income limit for residence permits granted to foreign employees, effective January 1, 2025. This updated legislation mandates that individuals arriving in Finland with a …
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Laos ends special visa policy for Nordic travelers
As of January 1, 2025, Laos has officially reverted to its standard visa regulations, ending the temporary visa exemptions introduced during Visit Laos Year 2024. Tourists from Denmark, Norway, Finland, …
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Tetra Pak unveils UHT technology to transform coconut product processing
Tetra Pak has announced the introduction of its Direct Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) technology, designed to revolutionize the processing and packaging of coconut products. This technology aims to preserve the natural …
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Norwegian seafood gains global popularity with growing demand in Asia
Norway’s seafood exports hit a record high in 2024, totaling NOK 175.4 billion—a NOK 3.7 billion increase from the previous year, according to the Norwegian Seafood Council. While seafood remains …
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Embassy of Sweden announces temporary closure of consulate in Hua Hin
The Consulate in Hua Hin will become vacant starting January 15, 2025, following the tragic passing of Honorary Consul Vajaravudh Sukseree. Consequently, the consulate cannot provide consular services until a …
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Norwegian People’s Aid Vietnam commences Quality Management Training
Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) Vietnam has kicked off the new year with a focused Quality Management Refresher Training for its teams in Quang Tri Province. Conducted over two days from …
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Couple caught smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in truck
Thai authorities arrested a young couple smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in a 22-wheel truck in Mae Sot district, Tak province. The pair, identified as Surapich, 23, and Waraporn, 21, confessed …
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Tourist boat carrying Swedes sinks in Thailand
A tourist boat heading to the island of Koh Talu in Thailand sank on Sunday morning, leaving passengers in shock. Among the 30 onboard were several Swedes, including Marcus, his …
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Danish Minister visits China to discuss bilateral collaboration
Christina Egelund, Danish Minister for Higher Education and Science, travels to China this weekend to refine and strengthen Danish-Chinese collaborative agreements. Her visit focuses on exploring both the opportunities and …
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Chinese electric vehicles gain market share in non tariff Norway
Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) have swiftly captured nearly 10% of Norway’s new car sales in just five years, according to the latest data from the country’s road federation (OFV) released …
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Two Chinese drone pilots arrested in Oslo
The police arrested two individuals suspected of flying a drone within the restricted airspace over central Oslo on Thursday afternoon. Both arrested individuals are Chinese nationals in their late 30s, …
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Hopeful ‘X Factor’ contestant traveled from Singapore to Denmark for audition
Tori May Hansen, a determined 16-year-old, recently showcased her dedication to her dreams by traveling over 26 hours from Singapore to Denmark to attend her audition for the popular TV 2 …
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Swedish citizen arrested in Chonburi after car theft
A Korean national with Swedish citizenship was arrested on January 2, 2025, following a dramatic 100-kilometer police chase that ended with the theft of a pickup truck. The incident unfolded …
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Norwegian man attacked by ride-hailing driver in Phuket
A Norwegian man has reported an unsettling incident involving an assault by a driver linked to a popular ride-hailing app in Phuket. The altercation took place early on December 30, …
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Finland and Laos celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations
The Embassy of Finland in Hanoi proudly marked a significant milestone yesterday, January 1, as Finland and Laos celebrated the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. This occasion underscores decades …
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No Scandinavians were injured in Bangkok hotel fire
A devastating fire at The Ember Hotel near Khao San Road has claimed three lives and left seven people injured, but fortunately, no Scandinavians were among those affected. The tragic …
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Man charged with rape on Norwegian-owned ship in China
A foreign national man has denied charges of raping a Norwegian woman while they worked on a Norwegian-owned ship docked in China. The incident occurred late last fall aboard the vessel …
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Danish FM celebrates New Year’s in Thailand
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen celebrates New Year’s Eve on the beach in Hua Hin, Thailand, surrounded by people and fireworks. In a video shared on his Instagram, the …
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Swedish tourist bitten by monkey in Lop Buri, Thailand
A Swedish tourist visiting the famous Phra Prang Sam Yot temple in Lop Buri was bitten on the neck by a macaque on Monday evening, according to Bangkok Post. The …
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Only two Malaysian passengers were involved in bus accident in Norway
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia, through its Embassy in Stockholm, provides an important update regarding the bus accident that occurred near Lake Åsvatnet, Norway, on December 26, 2024, …
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A 29-year-old Thai woman has been charged with murder following a deadly stabbing near Gjern, Denmark. The victim, a 42-year-old woman also of Thai or Laotian origin, was found at …
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Danish man hospitalized after stabbing in Phuket
A 29-year-old Danish man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident in Patong, Phuket, according to Thai media Khaosod. The altercation began late Thursday last week when the Danish man urinated …
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Celebrating Christmas together: A Nordic festivity in Bangkok
As the holiday season approaches, many feel the urgency to reconnect with cherished traditions that celebrate love, joy, and togetherness. This year, my boyfriend and I embraced that spirit, ready …
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Philippines and Denmark to Strengthen Training of Filipino Healthcare Workers
The Philippines and Denmark are preparing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that aims to elevate the education, training, and welfare of Filipino healthcare professionals aspiring to work in Denmark. …
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Sweden Gains Accreditation to Export Meat to the Philippines
Sweden is among four countries recently granted accreditation by the Philippines’ Department of Agriculture (DA) to export meat products to the Philippines, signaling a potential boost in trade relations between …
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Denmark Leads Foreign Investment in Philippine Renewable Energy Sector
Denmark has emerged as the largest foreign investor in the Philippines’ renewable energy (RE) sector, with total investments amounting to PHP 416.41 billion in 2023, according to data from the …
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Passengers from Singapore suffered minor injuries in a tragic bus crash in Norway that claimed three lives on December 26. The accident happened at 1:30 PM local time (8:30 PM …
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