Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The University of Santo Tomas Singers have become the first Filipino and Asian group to win the Grand Prize at the prestigious Grieg International Choir Festival in Norway. Competing against …
Filipino singers make history at Grieg Choir Festival in Norway Read More
Danish International Adoption (DIA) is closing after months of criticism, the agency announced in a letter to the Minister for Social Affairs and Housing, Anne Sophie Hæstorp Andersen. The closure …
Denmark’s only adoption agency closes for good Read More
On Palau’s Independence Day, Ambassador Christian Lyster met with Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the country’s independence, the embassy writes on their Facebook page. …
Norway’s Ambassador meets with Palau’s president for Independence Day Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) hosted a workshop to introduce the Deposit Return System (DRS) in the Philippines. Held at …
Norway helps Philippines launch deposit return system Read More
Danish Ambassador supports Philippines Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael Mellbin, warned of rising global instability, highlighting concerns over nations seeking to reshape the international order for their national interests. …
Danish Ambassador supports Philippines amid global tensions Read More
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with Finland’s Ambassador Saija Nurminen on Monday, highlighting the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening ties with Finland. President Marcos expressed optimism for increased collaboration in …
Philippines’ president Marcos strengthens ties with Finland during meeting with Finnish ambassador Nurminen Read More
Danish Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) working with local partners in South and Southeast Asia can now apply for funding from the Danish Emergency Relief Fund (DERF) to assist flood-affected areas …
Danish civil society invited to apply for emergency flood relief funding Read More
A group of around 60 prospective adoptive parents is preparing a lawsuit against the Norwegian state after the Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs (Bufdir) suspended adoptions from several …
Adoption seekers to sue Norwegian state over halt in foreign adoptions Read More
Tempur, a global sleep solutions brand from Denmark, launched a new experiential showroom in Uptown Bonifacio, Taguig. This follows the success of the first Tempur cinema in the same location, …
Danish company Tempur opens immersive showroom in the Philippines Read More
In all the countries in Asia and in all the Nordic countries there are many children with a dual nationality whether or not it is legally registered. Imagine if we …
Let’s set up a Nordic-Asian Summer Kids exchange Read More
Danish company Danfoss Philippines Inc. has joined forces with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to help lower carbon emissions and boost energy efficiency in New Clark City, Capas, …
Danfoss to reduce emissions in Philippines Read More
The Danish Embassy in the Philippines invites Danish nationals to participate in celebrating 78 years of collaboration between the two countries. The event will take place on September 23, 6 …
Danish Embassy in Philippines invites you to Denmark Day Read More
Best-selling Norwegian crime fiction author Jørn Lier Horst recently shared his experience in writing crime novels as part of an ongoing campaign to promote Norwegian literature. The event, organized by …
Norwegian crime fiction author Jørn Lier Horst in Manila Read More
The Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island, Philippines, is causing significant travel disruptions as its eruption threat escalates. As alarms were raised by experts, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology …
Philippines evacuates tourists and locals as Kanlaon Volcano threat grows Read More
Danish company Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP) is investing $3 billion in the Philippines’ first offshore wind power project, targeting to generate 1-gigawatt (GW) of energy. The San Miguel Bay project, …
Danish firm investing $30m in Philippines’ first offshore wind project Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for September 2024 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online Subscribe to ScandAsia …
ScandAsia Magazine September 2024 Read More
Danish lighting brand Louis Poulsen, known for its iconic designs, is celebrating 150 years of innovation with a special exhibition in Manila. The Danish Embassy in Manila shared details of …
Louis Poulsen celebrates 150 years with special exhibition in Manila Read More
Yesterday, September 4, 2024, Norway officially opened its new consulate in Davao City. The consulate will oversee consular services and deepen partnerships in key sectors, including agriculture, maritime, and renewable …
Norway opens new consulate in Davao to boost cooperation in Mindanao Read More
Eight Danish apprentices from Skive College, Industriens Uddannelser, and CELF will team up with local students at Marikina Polytechnic College (MPC) in the Philippines. Together, they will tackle technical projects …
Danish apprentices join green transition initiative in the Philippines Read More
Swedish company Saab, whose Gripen Fighter jets recently were chosen to modernize the Royal Thai Air Force, is turning its attention to the Philippines. The Philippines is seeking to strengthen …
Swedish Saab aims for new order of gripen fighters from Philippines Read More
Denmark-based IMS (International Media Support) spoke at the first-ever Maki Fiesta in the Philippines. The media festival provided a platform for celebrating free expression, democracy, and the creative economy. Senior …
Supporting free expression: Danish IMS at Maki Fiesta in the Philippines Read More
A Finnish tourist, Simo Taneli Tynys, 44, from Jyväskylä, Finland, tragically drowned on August 31 after jumping off a rented boat near Romulo Island, part of the Hundred Islands National …
Finnish man drowns in the Philippines after jumping off a boat Read More
The Danish Embassy in the Philippines has expressed support for the European Union’s condemnation of recent aggressive actions by Chinese Coast Guard vessels in the South China Sea. The incident …
Danish Embassy supports EU condemnation of South China Sea aggression Read More
Finland is not attracting foreign workers like other competitive countries, according to the Finnish media Yle News, who has interviewed multiple immigration researchers. With an unemployment rate at over 8 …
Finland falling behind in attracting foreign workers from Asia Read More
IKEA Philippines has launched their biggest price drop ever. Starting on September 1st, IKEA has lowered prices on essential items for Filipino homes. About 20 percent of the Swedish furniture …
IKEA Philippines with big price drop Read More
Norwegian crime fiction author Jørn Lier Horst will take the stage at the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) on September 13, 2024, to explore the intricacies of writing Nordic Noir. …
Norwegian Author Jørn Lier Horst to takes the stage at Manila International Book Fair Read More
The Finnish Embassy in Manila marked the end of an era on August 30, with Ambassador Juha Pyykkö concluding his tenure. Ambassador Pyykkö served as the first head of mission …
Ambassador Juha Pyykkö ends tenure at Finnish Embassy in Manila Read More
The Danish Embassy in Manila has joined in the celebration of Buwan ng Wika (National Language Month) by introducing a Danish translation of a beloved Filipino children’s story. Titled “Aben …
Danish Embassy in Manila marks Buwan ng Wika with Filipino story translation Read More
The city of Turku is set to host the Karaoke World Championships from October 7-12, attracting participants from over 30 countries. The event, which has been held annually since 2003, …
Karaoke World Championships draws global attention to Turku Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Manila has issued a warning to the public about the increasing number of online scams involving fraudulent job offers. On their Facebook site the embassy …
Swedish Embassy in Manila warns against online job scams 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
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
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
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
The upcoming event Energy Smart Forum 2024 organized by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), will be held on August 28th from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm at Dusit …
ECCP host Energy Smart Forum 2024 in the Philippines Read More
The Danish Embassy in the Philippines has issued a warning regarding volcanic smog on their Facebook site. The smog is affecting several areas, including Cavite, Las Piñas, Paranaque, and parts …
Danish Embassy in Philippines Warns About Volcano Smog Read More
The Philippines has reported its first mpox case since December 2023. On August 19 2024 the Department of Health (DOH) confirmed that a 33-year-old Filipino male tested positive for the …
Philippines detects first mpox case of 2024 just days after Sweden Read More
Danish Dairy Board kicked off a new campaign at the Grand Hyatt Garden Pavilion in Manila, Philippines, presenting the world of organic dairy production in Europe. Guests were treated to …
Danish Dairy Board launches organic dairy campaign in Manila Read More
Globalskolen provides an online education service in Norwegian, social studies, and KRLE (Christianity, Religion, Life Philosophy, and Ethics) for international primary school students. This service is tailored for families who …
Globalskolen opens online Norwegian education Read More
Southeast Asia to overtake China in gross domestic product (GDP) and foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next 10 years, according to the “Navigating High Winds: Southeast Asia Outlook 2024 …
Southeast Asia to overtake China in GDP and FDI over the next 10 years Read More
Norway will join the UK’s Carrier Strike Group for a major deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in 2025. The announcement was made by the UK’s Defence Secretary, John Healey, following …
Norwegian navy joins UK navy in deployment to South China Sea Read More
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg for supporting the Philippines. The outgoing envoy paid a farewell call on President Marcos on Tuesday …
President Marcos Jr. thanked outgoing Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg Read More
Swedish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Jan Knutsson co-chaired a dialogue with US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell on 5 August 2024 in Washington, D.C. The two sides discussed …
Sweden discussed Asia Pacific security with US Read More
The first Pinoy LGBTIQ+ charity event called “Pride in Bloom” was trecently held in Oslo, Norway. The dancing, singing, and dancing were amazing, accompanied by various costumes made by local …
Philippines LGBTIQ+ event in Oslo Read More
The Philippines and Germany on Sunday 4 August 2024 committed to signing a defense cooperation arrangement this year, vowing to stand for the international rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific region. …
Germany and the Philippines to write defense pact Read More
Norway has committed itself to help the Marcos administration to establish a forensic institute to pave the way for a science-based investigation in criminal prosecution. Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary …
Norway to help setup forensic institute in Philippines Read More
A new Swedish study shows that blood tests from 1200 suspected Alzheimer patients diagnosed the condition with 91 percent accuracy and much faster than previous methods, moving early detection forward. …
Swedish researchers find blood test detects Alzheimer Read More
The Foreign Minister of Norway, Espen Berth Eide, met with the Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Yesterday, 24 July 2024. During the meeting the spoke higly of the …
Norwegian Minister meets with Secretary-General of ASEAN Read More
Sweden is the only country among the Nordic countries that has been invited by Indonesia to participate in the multinational MNEK navy exercise in Bali in February 2025. MNEK is …
Sweden invited to non-war games in Indonesia Read More