Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
A new generation of typhoon-resistant wind turbines is taking root in the Philippines, marking both a technological leap and a structural shift in the country’s energy future, Gulf News reports. …
Philippines builds typhoon-proof wind farms with Danish investment Read More
Authorities in the Philippines are stepping up investigations into criminal activity facilitated through online gaming apps, with Roblox singled out as a platform increasingly used to target children, I Gaming …
Philippines investigates Roblox crimes amid Danish gambling concerns Read More
Nordic embassies across Southeast Asia marked Nordic Day on 23 March, highlighting cooperation between Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, along with the Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Åland. The day …
Nordic embassies mark Nordic Day across Southeast Asia Read More
Danish Miss Universe winner Victoria Kjær Theilvig has taken over the Miss Universe franchise in Denmark, marking a new chapter for the Scandinavian country in the global pageant. The announcement …
Danish Miss Universe winner replaces Filipino franchise holder Read More
Swedish transport and outdoor brand Thule has spotlighted changing mobility habits in the Philippines during an event at its concept store in Manila’s Mall of Asia, Daily Tribune reports. “Filipinos …
Thule opened in Manila: Bringing mobility-driven lifestyle to the Philippines Read More
In January 2025, it was estimated that 47,000 Danish retirees were living outside Denmark. Most of them were living within Europe, but many were living outside the EU, in countries …
Danes Worldwide speaks out on pension supplements: “It is a matter of discrimination” Read More
The 2025 World Happiness Report is out, and the Nordic model reigns supreme. Finland tops the 2025 World Happiness Report once more, followed closely by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden. The …
World Happiness Report: Nordic happiness tops the World, Asia trails behind Read More
The Philippines ranks among the world’s most polite countries – but Filipinos themselves are not convinced, PhilStar reports. A new global study shows that while the world sees Filipinos as …
Philippines ranks ahead of Nordics in politeness study, but Filipinos disagree Read More
A healthcare crisis is unfolding in Sweden. Hospitals are running short of staff, and stricter migration rules are now pushing foreign healthcare workers out – including many from the Philippines, …
Staff shortages push Sweden to soften immigration rules for Filipino healthcare workers Read More
Denmark’s world-famous restaurant Noma is in the news after its founding chef, René Redzepi, resigned following allegations of abuse in the kitchen, Rolling Stones Philippines reports. Redzepi, celebrated for earning …
Filipino chefs reacts as Noma co-owner René Redzepi resigns amid abuse allegations Read More