Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved Ayala Corp.’s sale of a 40% stake in its logistics arm, AC Logistics. The PCC said it cleared the transaction on 20 November …
Philippine regulator clears Ayala sale to AP Moller-linked buyer Read More
Sweden and the Philippines highlighted shared ambitions on sustainability during a graduation ceremony held by Sustainability PH, a volunteer-led network promoting responsible leadership and governance in the Philippines. The initiative …
Sweden and the Philippines share focus on sustainable leadership Read More
Philippine rum producer Tanduay has signed a distribution partnership with Denmark-based Bastard Spirits. The companies said the deal supports Tanduay’s push deeper into Europe. Tanduay Brands International Inc. said Denmark …
Filipino rum debuts in Denmark Read More
A Swedish citizen has died while in custody in the Philippines after being arrested in connection with a drug smuggling case, according to Swedish authorities. The woman, who also held …
Swedish citizen dies in prison in the Philippines Read More
The European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2025 concluded its two-day onsite event at Robinsons Manila and an online edition, drawing more than 3,800 attendees. Organisers said participants included students, university …
Finland and Sweden join EU higher education fair in Manila Read More
Sweden is stepping up its support for sustainable industrial development in the Philippines, focusing on energy-efficient technologies that can help local companies reduce costs and improve competitiveness. The Embassy of …
Sweden strengthens sustainable industry collaboration with the Philippines Read More
Thai-Danish beauty queen Anntonia Porsild joined Team Philippines during the 2025 Southeast Asian Games opening ceremony in Bangkok. The Miss Universe 2023 first runner-up carried the Philippines placard at Rajamangala …
Thai-Danish beauty queen leads the Philippines into the SEA Games Read More
Denmark has sealed a new recruitment agreement with the Philippines for health and social care staff from 2027. The deal will initially allow Danish municipalities to hire up to 100 …
Denmark to recruit Filipino health workers from 2027 under new agreement Read More
Vietnam has set a new tourism record in 2025, welcoming more than 19 million international visitors in 11 months. The figure already surpasses the 18 million visitors recorded in 2019, …
Vietnam set new record with more than 19 million international visitors in 2025 Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila and Palawan-based NGO Roots of Health marked World AIDS Day with a forum on 1 December. Speakers highlighted youth and community-led initiatives as key …
Norway backs youth-led HIV prevention efforts in the Philippines Read More
Finland is offering around 800 job openings for Filipino workers as part of a new labour cooperation push. The announcement came during the launch of Philippine–Finland Friendship Week at the …
Finland opens 800 job opportunities for Filipino workers Read More
The Philippines–Finland Friendship Week has opened in Mandaluyong City to mark 70 years of bilateral ties. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) hosts the celebration, highlighting growing labour and cultural …
Philippines and Finland mark Friendship Week Read More
Sweden has reaffirmed its support for green mining in the Philippines at a major industry conference. Team Sweden launched new initiatives during the 71st Annual National Mine Safety and Environment …
Sweden backs Philippines’ green mining push with smart technology and training Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in the Philippines has supported the launch of a new offshore wind partnership in Ilocos Norte. The initiative is led by Buhawind Energy Northern Luzon Corporation …
Danish embassy backs offshore wind partnership in Ilocos Norte Read More
A Finnish fireworks team will represent Finland at the Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2025 in Pattaya, Thailand. The event takes place on Pattaya Beach on 28–29 November under the theme …
Finnish fireworks will light up Pattaya Festival Read More
The Maritime Industry Authority of the Philippines met with the Danish Maritime Authority to explore new areas of collaboration in green shipping, ship safety and seafarer training. The meeting took …
Marina and Denmark discuss plans for greener maritime sector Read More
Danish fund manager Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) plans a 300-megawatt onshore wind project in Nueva Ecija, Philippines. The project will be developed through its subsidiary San Jose Onshore Wind Power …
Danish fund manager eyes 300-MW wind project in Nueva Ecija Read More
Nordic businesses continue to show confidence in the Philippines despite ongoing corruption issues, said Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Secretary Ernesto Perez. At ARTA’s 2025 year-end conference, Perez said the country …
Nordic countries maintain investment confidence in the Philippines despite corruption scandals Read More
Norway is calling for more women in the global maritime workforce, where women currently make up only about 1.2% of seafarers. The message was highlighted at a recent event in …
Norway stears towards more Filipino women at sea Read More
Sweden is partnering with the Philippine mining sector to introduce new safety technologies aimed at reducing accidents and improving operational standards. Swedish Ambassador to the Philippines Anna Ferry said the …
Sweden introduces zero-injury mining technology in the Philippines Read More A recent opinion article in the Danish development media Globalnyt has raised concerns about the human and environmental impact of several wind power projects in the Philippines involving Danish companies, …
Danish expert questions Philippine wind projects involving Danish companies Read More
NordCham Philippines will hold its annual Christmas Get-Together on 3 December 2025 at Willow Root Bar at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City. The chamber invites members, partners and …
NordCham Philippines to host Christmas Get-Together in Manila Read More
The Philippine government and the Royal Danish Embassy in Manila have launched a two-day seminar to support the revival of the country’s shipbuilding and ship repair industry. The event, held …
Philippines and Denmark launch seminar to revitalise shipbuilding sector Read More
Nordic companies are preparing to increase investments in the Philippines, but Nordic business leaders and ambassadors say future growth will depend on the government’s ability to enforce reforms and tackle …
Nordic companies want stronger anti-corruption actions in the Philippines Read More
Philstar Global reports a joint Philippine–Danish effort is positioning the Philippines to scale up as a regional shipbuilding center, with recent OECD and World Bank assessments indicating the country could …
Danish–Philippine initiative backs Philippines’ journey to become Asian shipbuilding hub Read More
Danish renewable energy investor Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) will develop its first offshore wind project in Southeast Asia, committing USD 3 billion to a major wind farm in the Philippines. …
Denmark’s CIP launches $3B offshore wind project in the Philippines Read More
Norway’s ZEM AS (Zero Emission Maritime Solutions) has partnered with the Philippine Association of Coastal and Inland Water Ferries (Paciwfi) and IMP Shipyard and Port Services to build the Philippines’ …
Norway–Philippines to develop electric-hybrid ferry Read More
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested a 42 year old Norwegian national, at its main office in Manila on 29 October 2025 while he was applying for a visa extension. …
Norwegian wanted for child abuse arrested by Philippine immigration in Manila Read More
The Philippine and Swedish governments have agreed to strengthen cooperation on sustainable mining and the development of critical minerals for the global clean energy transition. The move marks a new …
Philippines and Sweden goes deep into mining negotiations Read More
The Philippines and Norway reviewed bilateral ties at the 7th Philippines–Norway Political Consultations hosted by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on 24 October 2025 at the DFA Building in …
Philippines and Norway hold 7th political consultations in Manila Read More
Finland has joined the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South-East Asia (TAC), becoming the 58th High Contracting Party at a signing ceremony in Kuala Lumpur witnessed by Asean Secretary-General …
Finland accedes to Asean Treaty of Amity and Cooperation Read More
Sweden has awarded a one million euro grant to fund a feasibility study for the Subic–Clark–Manila–Batangas (SCMB) railway, a flagship project under the Luzon Economic Corridor. The agreement was signed …
Sweden grants million euros for Luzon Economic Corridor railway study Read More
Swedish home furnishing giant IKEA has opened its second branch in the Philippines, introducing a new “Plan & Order” shop at Trinoma Mall in Quezon City. At just 400 square …
IKEA opens second store in the Philippines with new ‘Plan & Order’ concept Read More
Norwegian singer-songwriter Per Sørensen, the voice of Fra Lippo Lippi, will give a one-night concert titled The Voice of Fra Lippo Lippi: Per Sørensen at The Theatre at Solaire in …
Norwegian singer Per Sørensen to perform Fra Lippo Lippi set in Manila on 24 October Read More
Finland’s Embassy in the Philippines joined six other foreign missions in condemning the reported ramming and water-cannon use by Chinese Coast Guard and militia vessels against Philippine ships near Pag-asa …
Finland joins foreign missions condemning China’s actions near Pag-asa Island Read More
The Phillipine Star reports that, Philippine conglomerate Ayala Corporation has entered into a new partnership with Swedish home furnishing giant IKEA, hinting at an upcoming project “to bring something exciting …
Assembling success: Ayala and IKEA join forces in the Philippines Read More
Philippine Entertainment Portal reports that Filipino publicist and businessman Josh Yugen has been appointed as the new national director of Miss Universe Sweden, marking the country’s return to the global …
Filipino director Josh Yugen takes over Miss Universe Sweden franchise Read More
Filipino television host and journalist Gretchen Ho has questioned Norwegian authorities after her relatives were reportedly refused a currency exchange at Oslo’s Gardermoen Airport because they were from the Philippines. …
Famous Filipino TV host criticizes Norwegian authorities after foreign exchange incident Read More
Both the Danish and Swedish Embassies in Manila have issued safety advisories to their citizens following a magnitude 7.6 earthquake that struck offshore Davao Oriental in the southern Philippines on …
Nordic embassies issue urgent tsunami alerts following major earthquake in the Philippines Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Manila joined Librada Avelino Elementary School in inaugurating the Philippines’ first Nobel Prize Science Hub — an initiative inspired by the Nobel Prize Teacher Summit …
Sweden celebrates launch of the Philippines’ first Nobel Prize Science Hub Read More
Denmark’s Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael “Dan-Dan” Mellbin, joined members of the United Architects of the Philippines in celebrating World Architecture Day, focusing on this year’s theme, “Design for Strength.” …
Danish Ambassador brings ‘sponge city’ spirit to Manila on World Architecture Day Read More
The second International Tatu & Arts Festival concluded successfully in Saipan, drawing tattoo artists and enthusiasts from around the world, including participants from Norway. Organized by Ed Elenzano, also known …
Norwegian and Southeast Asian ink makes its mark at Saipan’s tattoo festival Read More
As the Philippines and the broader Asia-Pacific region intensify efforts to modernize transport systems and improve road safety, Sweden reaffirmed its commitment to supporting smart, safe, and sustainable mobility. Team …
Team Sweden Calls for Safer and More Sustainable Transport Solutions in the Philippines Read More
The Nordic Embassies in Manila and Tetra Pak Philippines launched on Tuesday 30 September 2025 the “Cartons for Communities and Nordic Waste Classification System” program in elementary and high schools …
Nordic embassies in Manila empower youth to lead upcycling initiatives Read More
Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael Skjold Mellbin, delivered an in-depth lecture on Indo-Pacific geopolitics at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde in Manila as part of the school’s Ambassador’s …
Danish ambassador highlights Indo-Pacific geopolitics in Manila lecture Read More
Volvo Trucks has expanded its road safety initiatives across Southeast Asia, aiming to reduce accidents and protect vulnerable road users such as children, pedestrians and motorcyclists. The region records …
Volvo Trucks strengthens road safety programs in Southeast Asia Read More
Norwegian-Filipino artist HILLARI will perform at the Music Matters Live festival in Singapore on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. The performance is supported by Air Time, Music Norway, Music Matters and …
Norwegian-Filipino artist HILLARI to perform in Singapore Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Manila and the Philippine Embassy in Copenhagen have marked 79 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Since the establishment of formal ties in …
Denmark and the Philippines mark 79 years of diplomatic relations Read More
Norway is continuing its cooperation with the United Nations to promote and protect human rights in the Philippines. Earlier this week, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for …
Norway and UN strengthen human rights initiatives in the Philippines Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Manila has launched the nomination process for the 2025 Finnish Climate Honours Diploma, an award that will recognise a journalist in the Philippines for outstanding …
Finnish Embassy in Manila launches 2025 Climate Honours Diploma Read More