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Voters abroad can now vote in Denmark’s referendum on joining EU’s common defense

April 21, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

On 1 June, Denmark will hold a referendum on whether to join the European Union’s cooperation on security and defense and abolish the EU defense reservation in Denmark. Eligible voters …

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PANIC!!! I CAN’T FIND MY CELL PHONE!!!

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 - by Agneta de Bekassy - 2 Comments.

The mobile telephone, to have or not to have? Not a question anymore. Today we can all agree to that we live in a totally digital world. When I grew …

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Big Pond Education invites Filipino teachers to Introduction to SEL Program by Silta Education

April 20, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Big Pond Education invites Filipino teachers to the pilot run of their 1-week training on “Introduction to Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL)” starting on April 25 – May 1, 2022. The Embassy of …

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Ambassador Annika Thunborg discussed peacebuilding in BARMM

April 18, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

To discuss the ongoing peace-building process in the Bangsamoro region, Swedish Ambassador Annika Thunborg recently met with BARMM Chief Minister Ahod “Al Haj Murad” Ebrahim. The Embassy of Sweden in Manila notes …

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Learn more about new opportunities waiting in Davao City for the Finnish Business Community

April 16, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Embassy of Finland in Manila is inviting the Finnish Business Community to participate in the webinar ‘NOW (New Opportunities Waiting) in Davao City: Investment Opportunities for Finnish Businesses’ on …

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Ambassador Thunborg and NGO Islamic Relief discussed SIDA funded projects in Cotabato City

April 16, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Last week, Sweden’s Ambassador to the Philippines Annika Thunborg visited the NGO Islamic Relief in Cotabato City to discuss the projects funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). …

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Embassy admits ‘human error’ after Filipino voters in Sweden receive 2 ballots

April 14, 2022April 14, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A voter from the Philippines who is registered in Sweden recently received two ballots for the overseas election from the Embassy of the Philippines in Stockholm. Reporting on the case, …

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Norway discussed peacebuilding in BARMM

April 12, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Norway’s Ambassador to the Philippines Bjørn Jahnsen recently met with the heads of Bangsamoro Planning and Development Authority (BPDA), Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Energy (MENRE), and the Ministry …

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The Ultimate Digital Nomad Guide to Southeast Asia

April 8, 2022September 5, 2023 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Remote working is no longer a trend – it’s a common lifestyle. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 70% of full-time employees worked from home. Millions of workers adapted to the idea of …

International relations / Philippines / Sweden

Ambassador Annika Thunborg discussed potential cooperation in Davao City

April 7, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Sweden’s Ambassador to the Philippines Annika Thunborg recently met with Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and his team. The visit aimed to discuss potential cooperation in the field …

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Learn about the future of connected vehicles in Singapore, Malaysia, The Philippines, and Vietnam

April 6, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The European Chambers of Singapore, Malaysia, The Philippines, and Vietnam invite you to join their upcoming webinar covering the future of connected vehicles in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam …

Community news / Denmark / Philippines

Ambassador Sillasen to speak about energy efficiency at EE Day 2022 in the Philippines

April 5, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark’s Ambassador to the Philippines Grete Sillasen is amongst other distinguished speakers to talk about energy efficiency at Energy Efficiency Day 2022 on 20-21 April. More about the event, the …

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Dane arrested for sharing sexual photos and videos of his Philippine wife

April 5, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

A Danish man was recently arrested in the City of Cagayan de Oro in the Philippines for sharing sexual photos and videos of his Filipino wife. Media Inquirer.net writes that the 61-year-old …

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Bilateral trade between Norway and the Philippines jumped 120 percent in 2021

April 4, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 2 Comments.

Bilateral trade between Norway and the Philippines jumped last year by a total of 120 percent. In 2020, the growth rate was 19.53 percent. Manila Bulletin writes that the increase is …

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Manufacturer of Norwegian passports reports reduced production capacity

April 1, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Thales, the supplier of Norwegian passports, has reported a shortage of raw materials and reduced production capacity, the Norwegian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur informs. The shortage of raw materials is due to …

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Denmark lift all entry restrictions

March 30, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On 29 March at midnight, Denmark’s last remaining covid-19 entry restriction was lifted and all travelers regardless of vaccination status can now freely travel into the Nordic country. The last …

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Swedish-owned Transcom opens support space for work-from-home employees in Davao City

March 30, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Swedish-owned outsourcing firm Transcom Worldwide Philippines, Inc. has opened a new satellite office in Davao City called T:Space which will serve as a support center and backup space for …

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Sign up for the Joint Maritime Committee for March in the Philippines

March 28, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Joint Maritime Committee (JMC) of the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (DCCP), the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), the Nordic Chamber of Commerce in the …

Denmark / International relations / Philippines

Denmark and Svitzer AMEA talked Liquified Natural Gas cooperation in the Philippines

March 25, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark’s Ambassador to the Philippines Grete Sillasen recently met with Managing Director of Svitzer AMEA (Asia, Middle-East & Africa) Nicolai Vinther Friis to discuss Liquified Natural Gas cooperation in the …

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The Swedish Residence in Manila hosted SIMP graduate diploma ceremony

March 24, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The most recent graduates of the Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) recently received their diplomas at a small ceremony at the Swedish Residence in Manila. The Embassy of Sweden in Manila shares …

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Join NordCham Philippines in celebrating the Nordic Sustainability Awards Night

March 22, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Join the Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines in celebrating the Nordic Sustainability Awards Night on 24 March. More about the event, NordCham Philippines writes: The Nordic Chamber of …

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Finland crowned world’s happiest nation for the fifth year

March 21, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Finland is named the world’s happiest country for the fifth year in a row, according to The World Happiness Report 2022. Myanmar ends up very close to the bottom of the …

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Ambassador Juha Pyykkö participated in ‘Women & Pandemic’ event in the Philippines

March 19, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Last week, Finland’s Ambassador to the Philippines Juha Pyykkö participated in the “Women & Pandemic” event where he presented the closing remarks. The event was held at the Embassy of …

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Malaysia and ASEAN region: Meet Finland at the Study in Europe Virtual Fair 2022

March 16, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Are you thinking about studying in Finland? Then take this opportunity and meet university representatives from more than 25 universities from 12 European countries online and get all the information …

Community news / Finland / Philippines

Learn more about Finnish education and how Finnish solutions could be used in the Philippines

March 10, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

If you want to learn about Finnish education and how Finnish solutions could be used in the Philippines, the Embassy of Finland in Manila together with Finnish companies Kide Science …

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Finnish Foreign Correspondents Programmme is open to applications from Filipino journalists

March 4, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Have you ever wondered about Finnish society and the Finnish way of life? If you’re a young journalist or social media influencer, you might have a chance at a once-in-a-lifetime …

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EV adoption – Best way forward in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam

March 3, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 2 Comments.

The European Chamber of Commerce Malaysia and other European Chambers in Asia invite you to their upcoming event titled ‘EV adoption – Best way forward in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines …

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Meet the Danish Chambers of Commerce and Business Councils across Asia

March 1, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Denmark Asia Business alliance (DABA) invites you to their event titled ‘Meet the Chambers Part 1: Hong Kong, Vietnam & Philippines’ on 2 March. More about the event, DABA writes: …

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Finland and GGGI Philippines explore collaboration on green energy and waste management

February 25, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 3 Comments.

Finland’s Ambassador to the Philippines Juha Pyykkö together with Deputy Head of Mission Laura Hassinen recently met with representatives of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). The Global Green Growth …

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IKEA Philippine’s post-Valentine’s ad goes viral

February 23, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

An IKEA Philippine ad, which was posted the day after Valentine’s day, has gone viral and reached tens of thousands of Filipinos and received pure laughing reactions, Philstar reports. The Swedish furniture …

Denmark / International relations / Philippines

The Philippines recognizes Danish vaccine certificates

February 23, 2022February 23, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Philippines’ Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) has approved the proposal to recognize the covid-19 vaccine certificates of 15 more countries including Denmark, according to …

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YOU CAN HELP event for people affected by Super Typhoon Odette

February 17, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham Philippines), Philippine Red Cross (PRC), and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), together with other supporting …

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Philippine firms urged to register to trade and export with EFTA countries

February 16, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

Companies in the Philippines are urged to register to trade and export with EFTA countries Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland to take advantage of the benefits of the free trade …

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Learn more about EV Infrastructure – Challenges and opportunities in ASEAN

February 14, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The European Chamber of Commerce Malaysia and partners invites you to join their upcoming webinar titled ‘EV Infrastructure – Challenges and opportunities in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam’ on …

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EU humanitarian agency ECHO donates another P580 million in response to Typhoon Odette

February 12, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The European Union (EU) humanitarian agency ECHO has announced the provision of an additional P580 million to respond to the huge humanitarian needs arising from Typhoon Odette, the Embassy of …

Finland / International relations / Philippines

Ambassador Pyykkö visited the Pasig River Coordinating and Management Office

February 12, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Earlier this week, Finland’s Ambassador to the Philippine Juha Markus Pyykkö was a guest of the Pasig River Coordinating and Management Office, the Embassy of Finland in Manila informs. During his visit, …

General news / Norway / Philippines

Norwegian wanted for sex offenses against children arrested in the Philippines

February 11, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

A Norwegian man wanted by authorities in Oslo for sexually molesting children was recently arrested by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in Ilocos Norte, a province in northern Philippines, Manila Standard reports. …

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Learn more about what the SIMP Asia 2022 has in store for you

February 9, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Swedish Institute Management Programme (SIMP) 2022 is available for Sustainable Businesses in China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and India and offers you proven tools and knowledge from experts …

Community news / Denmark / Philippines

Roundtable Discussion with the ECCP President Lars Wittig

February 8, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On 31 January 2022, The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) held a virtual media roundtable discussion with the ECCP President, Lars Wittig. The discussion presented ECCP’s views …

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Updated guidelines for tourists arriving in the Philippines

February 8, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

As the Philippines gears up to its scheduled reopening to foreign tourists on February 10, 2022, Diethelm Travel has gathered the important updates you need to know before traveling. Citing Diethelm …

International relations / Norway / Philippines

Grieg Foundation and WWF-Philippines launch “Clean ports, clean ocean” project

February 3, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Norwegian-based Grieg Foundation in cooperation with WWF-Philippines recently launched the “Clean ports, clean ocean” project to improve port waste management in the Philippines. About the project, Grieg Foundation states that marine litter …

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Denmark lifts all entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers

February 2, 2022February 2, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

On 1 February, Denmark lifted all entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers. This means that from 1 February 2022 onwards, all persons from anywhere in the world with valid proof of …

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Ericsson partners to protect Philippines mangrove wetlands

February 2, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Swedish telecom giant Ericsson, together with PLDT, the Philippines’ largest fully integrated telecommunications company, and its wireless arm Smart Communications strengthen their partnership for nature conservation in the Philippines, …

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IKEA Philippines asks for patience as the furniture giant restocks inventory amid pandemic

January 31, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Swedish furniture giant IKEA’s branch in the Philippines has asked its customers to have patience as it struggles to keep up with demands and restock inventory amid the COVID-19 …

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The Philippines to officially reopen borders for tourism next month

January 31, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Philippines will officially reopen the country’s borders to fully vaccinated international tourists on 10 February, CNN travel informs. In a statement on 27 January, Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat said that the …

Denmark / International relations / Philippines

Design Center of the Philippines and the Danish Index Project kicked-off workshop series

January 29, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - 1 Comment

The Design Center of the Philippines (DTI) and The Index Project from Copenhagen recently kicked off their “Design to Improve Life: The Compass Workshop Series”. DTI shares that participants in the …

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NordCham Philippines and partners to bring insight on the Philippines property market

January 28, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

NordCham Philippines has partnered with Leechiu Property Consultants, Inc. to bring you insights on the Philippines property market in their event titled ‘Philippines Real Estate Outlook 2022’ on 3 February. …

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Norway removes travel quarantine requirements

January 27, 2022January 28, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

The Norwegian Government will from 26 January 2022 remove the requirement of travel quarantine. Travelers still need to get tested and complete registration upon arrival in Norway. Travelers still need …

International relations / Philippines / Sweden

Ambassador Thunborg welcomed the arrival of 1.8M AstraZeneca doses in the Philippines

January 26, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

Sweden’s Ambassador Annika Thunborg, together with Country President of AstraZeneca Philippines Lotis Ramin and British Ambassador Laure Beaufils, recently welcomed the arrival of 1.8M AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine doses in the …

International relations / Philippines / Sweden

Sweden large donor in Typhoon relief in the Philippines but support is still needed

January 22, 2022January 24, 2022 - by Gregers Møller - Leave a Comment

It has been more than a month since Typhoon Rai (locally referred to as Typhoon Odette) hit the Philippines and with several Swedish-backed donations, Sweden has been a large donor …