Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
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. …
Philippines and Denmark to Strengthen Training of Filipino Healthcare Workers Read More
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 …
Sweden Gains Accreditation to Export Meat to the Philippines Read More
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 …
Denmark Leads Foreign Investment in Philippine Renewable Energy Sector Read More
Okada Manila is taking a significant step towards sustainability by eliminating single-use plastic bottles from its operations. The five-star integrated resort in Parañaque, Philippines, has announced a partnership with the …
Okada Manila partners with Swedish firm to eliminate single-use plastic bottles Read More
The newly appointed Finnish Ambassador to the Philippines, Saija Nurminen, has pledged to strengthen bilateral relations between Finland and the Philippines. Ambassador Nurminen, who assumed office in September 2024, visited …
Finnish Ambassador seeks stronger ties with the Philippines, says consul Read More
Finland is increasingly turning to Filipino workers to fill critical labor shortages, particularly in sectors like healthcare, construction, IT, and emerging green jobs. Finnish Ambassador to the Philippines, Saija Nurminen, …
Finland looks to Filipino workers to address labor shortages Read More
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is actively seeking to strengthen its market presence in the Philippines through innovative initiatives, including discussions around potential in-mall pop-ups to enhance customer engagement and brand …
IKEA plans pop-ups to expand in the Philippines Read More
The Nordic Embassies in the Philippines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pasig City to assist the local government in transitioning to a circular economy. Danish Ambassador Franz-Michael …
Nordic Embassies and Pasig City sign MOU to support circular economy transition Read More
Concern over child trafficking and fraud in collaboration countries has led several political parties in Denmark to question the future of international adoption. A confidential report from the Danish Agency …
Danish lawmakers question adoptions over child trafficking concerns in Thailand, Philippines and Taiwan Read More
Swedish companies are more optimistic than ever about doing business in the Philippines, according to a report released by the Embassy of Sweden in Manila and Business Sweden on December …
Swedish businesses see big potential in the Philippines Read More