Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
In a press release Mekong River Commission Secretariat warns about high water levels. Persistent and heavy rainfall in northern Thailand and Lao PDR has significantly raised water levels along the …
Intensified rainfall puts key monitoring stations on alert Read More
Chiang Mai Immigration authorities have detained over 30 foreigners in a recent crackdown on visa overstayers, with the majority facing legal action and deportation. Among those apprehended is a 36-year-old …
Chiang Mai immigration detains over 30 foreigners, including Norwegian tourist Read More
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has approved the JYNNEOS vaccine, developed by Danish pharmaceutical company Bavarian Nordic, for individuals aged 18 and older at high risk for smallpox or mpox. …
Singapore approves mpox vaccine from Bavarian Nordic for high-risk adults Read More
Kasetsart University and Åbo Akademi University in Finland have signed a historic agreement to jointly offer a Double Degree program in Animal Health Technology. The signing ceremony took place on …
Kasetsart University and Åbo Akademi University Collaborate on Double Degree in Animal Health Technology Read More
The Philippines has found its champion for the Karaoke World Championships (KWC). Jan Francis Alinsonorin emerged victorious at the KWC Philippines Grand Finals, held on August 16, 2024, at SM …
Philippines’ Karaoke Champion going to KWC Grand Finals in Finland Read More
Last week, Chargé d’Affaires Miika Tomi and Special Advisor Kimmo Pekari celebrated the grand opening of a new HEI School in Phuket. The new HEI school located in Phuket.Last week …
New HEI school in Phuket Read More
Carlsberg Group, the Danish brewing multinational, has officially opened its latest brewery in Foshan’s Sanshui District, Guangdong Province. The new facility, with an annual capacity of 500,000 kiloliters, marks a …
Carlsberg Launches New Brewery in South China Read More
Vietnamese police have arrested 16 individuals linked to a ring suspected of smuggling infants, state media reports. The arrested suspects are accused of trafficking babies aged from three days to …
Raid on baby smuggling ring in Vietnam Read More
The Việt Nam Culture Week 2024 is scheduled for September 4 to 12 in Sweden’s Stockholm and Malmö, and Denmark’s Copenhagen, celebrating 55 years of Việt Nam-Sweden diplomatic ties and …
Vietnam to host culture week in Sweden and Denmark Read More
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe scrambled to reduce its dependence on authoritarian regimes for energy. The European solar industry, long overshadowed by China’s dominance, hoped for …
Denmark faces challenges as China dominates solar industry Read More
This week, a delegation from the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research (IMR) is in Vietnam. The team, including Ms. Solfrid Saetre Hjoello, Mr. Oeivind Strand, and Ms. Anne Christine Utne …
Norwegian delegation visits Vietnam to share ocean management expertise Read More
More than nine years after the discovery of one of Denmark’s largest tax scandals, legal proceedings against the alleged fraudsters are ongoing. DR Nyheder reports that Dutch billionaire Frank Vogel …
Danish tax authorities still trying to recover more than two billion kr. as Dutch billionaire now gets sued Read More
Singapore authorities have intercepted two vessels, Maersk Campton and Maersk Candor, suspected of carrying toxic waste during their transit through Singapore. The cargo, which was en route to Thailand, has …
Southeast Asia used as a dumping ground: Two Maersk ships ordered to return Read More
Siriraj Hospital, part of Mahidol University’s Faculty of Medicine, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Novo Nordisk Pharma (Thailand) Co., Ltd. This agreement aims to advance research and …
Siriraj Hospital and Novo Nordisk partner on chronic diseases research and development Read More
The Royal Thai Air Force has chosen the Swedish Gripen Fighter Jet over the US-made F16s. The decision was made after the selection committee had reviewed all of the details …
Thai Air Force chooses Swedish fighter jet Read More
Norway’s trade with Indonesia and Thailand saw notable shifts in the first half of 2024, with seafood and fertilizers emerging as key exports. According to recent data, seafood exports to …
Norwegian trade with Indonesia and Thailand shows growth Read More
Bookings to Thailand have increased with 30 percent, according to TUI Sweden. Especially sales in December and February have gone up. Among other popular destinations are Greece, Canary Islands and …
TUI Sweden: Rise in bookings to Thailand Read More
Vietnam and Denmark are preparing to enter the next phase of their health sector cooperation, with a focus on strengthening primary healthcare and addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases …
Vietnam and Denmark set health priorities for next cooperation phase Read More
On September 11, 2024, the Embassy of Sweden and NordCham Indonesia will host their monthly roundtable, focusing on the current business climate for Nordic companies operating in Indonesia. Business Sweden …
NordCham Indonesia to host roundtable on Nordic Business climate Read More
The Embassy of Vietnam in Sweden held on August 26, 2024, a press conference to announce all the events planned this autumn to celebrate the 79th anniversary of the National …
Many activities to celebrate 55 years of Viet Nam – Sweden relations Read More
A groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Turku has highlighted the significant mental health challenges faced by adolescents in both Scandinavia and Southeast Asia, with a focus on school …
New study shows significant mental health challenges in both Scandinavia and Southeast Asia Read More
Danish celebrity Dennis Knudsen has now deleted photos from his dream vacation in Thailand. He continues to face backlash even after removing Instagram posts that showcased his family’s close interactions …
Dennis Knudsen now deletes photos amid continuing backlash Read More
This year, FinnCham in Hong Kong has joined SweCham in the annual Crayfish Party. The annual Crayfish Party is set to be held September 13, 2024, at the Royal Hong …
SweCham and FinCham host Crayfish Party in Hong Kong Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Yangon has announced two new members to their team, Anne Glad Fredriksen and Martin Nygaard. Anne Glad Fredriksen steps in as the new Counsellor and …
New Diplomats strengthen Norwegian Embassy in Yangon Read More
Per Linnér is the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok’s new Deputy Head of Mission and Head of the Politics, Trade and Promotion Section. His responsibilities include overseeing the planning and execution …
Sweden’s Embassy in Bangkok welcomes new Deputy Head of Mission Read More
Danny Annan, the Danish Ambassador-designate to Thailand, has been actively visiting Danish companies throughout the country. His goal is to better understand the significant roles these companies play in Thailand’s …
Danish Ambassador-designate visits Danish companies in Thailand Read More
Central banks in both the Nordics and Southeast Asia have been recognized among the world’s best-performing financial institutions, according to the latest Central Banker Report Cards from Global Finance magazine. …
Nordic and Southeast Asian central banks top global rankings Read More
Security measures have been intensified at the Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) energy conference in Stavanger, Norway, due to heightened concerns over potential espionage threats. The Norwegian Police Intelligence Service (PST) …
Norway enhances security at offshore energy event amid concerns over China espionage Read More
The Royal Thai Air Force is expected to announce its selection of a new fighter jet this week, with the Swedish-made Gripen E-model emerging as the likely choice, according to …
Thai Air Force likely to choose Swedish gripen fighter jet Read More
Embassies closed in observance of National Heroes Day In observance of National Heroes Day in the Philippines, the embassies of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway will be closed on Monday, August …
National Heroes Day in the Philippines close Nordic embassies Read More
Salvage operations are in progress after the KD Pendekar, a Malaysian naval vessel built in Sweden, sank off the coast of Johor on Sunday, August 25th. The Royal Malaysian Navy …
Swedish-built Malaysian naval vessel sinks off Johor coast Read More
Preferred by Nature (PbN), a Denmark-based organization, is teaming up with Sabah to conserve and restore the Silam Coast Conservation Area (SCCA) in Lahad Datu. This region, part of Sabah’s …
Denmark-based organisation PbN supports Silam Coast Conservation effort Read More
Norwegian DJ Alan Walker has garnered attention in Vietnam after a surprise visit to replace a bike stolen by someone wearing his signature hoodie. The theft, which was widely shared …
DJ Alan Walker replaces stolen bike in Vietnam after ‘Rogue Walker’ incident Read More
A Norwegian citizen, who was arrested in July on suspicion of espionage, will be released, according to Norway’s Police Intelligence Agency (PST). Despite the release, the charges against him remain, …
Norwegian spy suspect released: China denies involvement Read More
Danish celebrity Dennis Knudsen is in the spotlight after posting a video on Instagram showing himself, his partner Jeppe, and his three children interacting closely with elephants during their vacation …
Dennis Knudsen faces backlash over elephant interaction in Thailand Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Hong Kong, in collaboration with the Danish Chamber of Commerce, will host the annual “Welcome Home Party” on Saturday, September 21st. This event is open …
Welcome Home Party for Danes in Hong Kong Read More
On Friday, August 23, the Embassy of Sweden in Hanoi, in collaboration with the Swedish Workplace Programme (SWP) and Ericsson Vietnam, hosted a Global Guy Talk event. The event aimed …
Global Guy Talk event held to promote gender equality Read More
The Swedish Embassy in Singapore has officially welcomed Joakim Ladeborn as the new Deputy Head of Mission. Ladeborn, a seasoned diplomat with a distinguished career, arrived in Singapore after completing …
Swedish Embassy in Singapore welcomes new Deputy Head of Mission Read More
The Nordic Film Festival 2024 (September 13-21) is set to captivate audiences with a diverse and rich selection of films from Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark. The festival promises to …
Nordic Film Festival 2024: A celebration of Scandinavian cinema Read More
Norwegian energy giant Equinor has decided to halt its investment plans in Vietnam’s offshore wind sector, creating a significant setback for the Southeast Asian country’s green power ambitions. A spokesperson …
Norwegian Equinor Withdraws from Vietnam: Offshore Wind Plans Abandoned Read More
The kindergarten Home of Praise in the Khlong Toei slum. In the heart of Bangkok’s largest and oldest slum, Khlong Toei, Norwegians Mission Society has transformed lives of underprivileged children …
How The Norwegian Mission Society supports underprivileged children in Bangkok’s largest slum Read More
In the muddy, worn streets of the Klong Toey slum, a green roof glows like a beacon of hope amidst the dark brown surroundings. Small children in uniforms run around, …
Slum, hope and harmony Read More
For the first time, Danish companies will participate in the yearly Seafood Expo in Singapore organized by Diversified Communications. The seafood expo will feature the largest international representation of seafood …
Danish companies will participate in Seafood Expo in Singapore Read More
On August 21, 2024 the Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, Ms. Anna Hammargren, visited the Chairwoman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of Thailand, Ms. Pornprapai Kanchanarin. The meeting was …
Swedish Ambassador visits Thailand’s Human Rights Commission Read More
Denmark and Sweden will work together to put pressure on tech platforms, such as Chinese TikTok, used to recruit Swedish Gang members to commit crime in Denmark. Peter Hummelgaard, the …
Danish Minister of Justice: TikTok is used to facilitate crime Read More
A viral TikTok trend has led to a nationwide cucumber shortage in Iceland, leaving grocery stores struggling to keep up with demand. The craze, sparked by the popular TikTok star …
TikTok star causes nationwide cucumber shortage in Iceland Read More
Danish man Søren Larsen, 65, might be going to prison in Thailand for a full year, Ekstrabladet writes. It all began in October last year, where Søren Larsen had trouble …
Danish man fears being sent to prison in Thailand Read More
Danish pharmaceutical company Bavarian Nordic announced on August 22 that it is “better prepared” to supply its mpox vaccine amid a recent surge in cases, compared to its response during …
Bavarian Nordic ‘better prepared’ for mpox vaccine demand amid more cases in Asia Read More
Swedish and Norwegian embassies in manila closed because of Ninoy Aquino Day Both the Royal Norwegian Embassy and the Embassy of Sweden in Manila have announced their closure on Friday, …
Swedish and Norwegian embassies in Philippines closed due to Ninoy Aquino Day: Read More
Chinese police have requested to participate in the investigation of the 2003 murder of Veronica Lin and her neighbor in Högsbo. The suspect, who had been long sought in Sweden, …
Chinese police request involvement in 20-year-old Swedish murder case Read More