Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Nordic embassies in Manila, in collaboration with the Nordic Liaison Office (NLO) Manila, are intensifying efforts to combat Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC), a crime that …
Nordic embassies in Manila strengthen efforts against online child abuse Read More
A poetic gesture by Danish Ambassador to the Philippines, Franz-Michael Mellbin, has gained attention after he shared a haiku about the West Philippine Sea, which resonated with Philippine Defense Secretary …
Danish envoy’s haiku on West Philippine Sea gains attention Read More
In the latest World Happiness Report, Nordic countries continue to lead the global happiness rankings, with Finland securing the top position for the seventh consecutive year, followed by Denmark, Iceland, …
Singapore is the happiest country in Asia – Nordic still tops worldwide Read More
Finnish citizens residing abroad will have the opportunity to vote early in Finland’s 2025 regional and municipal elections this spring. Advance voting will take place from April 2 to 5, …
Finnish expats can vote early in 2025 regional elections Read More
The Danish Embassy in the Philippines plans to host an online seminar focused on the shipbuilding industry. This initiative, therefore, aims to strengthen the sector in collaboration with the Anti-Red …
Danish Embassy plans online seminar for Philippine shipbuilding industry Read More
Finland Minister of Employment, Arto Satonen, together with Business Finland and a delegation of other stakeholders visited Manila from January 16-18 to further strengthen the ties between the two countries …
Finland targets Philippines for talent attraction Read More
A1, the British-Norwegian boy band, has officially announced a second concert in Manila after the immediate sell-out of their first show, scheduled for February 15, 2025, at the New Frontier …
A1 adds second concert in Manila due to high Demand Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for January 2025 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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The Danish royal couple welcomed ambassadors and diplomats from around the world to a New Year’s reception at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen. Among the attendees were ambassadors from Vietnam, Norway, …
Royal couple hosts first new year’s reception for diplomats Read More
Finland has set a new minimum income limit for residence permits granted to foreign employees, effective January 1, 2025. This updated legislation mandates that individuals arriving in Finland with a …
Finland sets new income requirement for work permits Read More
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
The Norwegian Embassy in Manila is closely monitoring the situation following the eruption of the Kanlaon volcano on December 9, 2024. The eruption has prompted the evacuation of over 87,000 …
Norwegian Embassy in Manila alerts citizens amid Kanlaon Volcano eruption Read More
The Philippines and Denmark have signed an agreement to enhance healthcare education and training for Filipino nurses and healthcare assistants aiming to work in Denmark. The Department of Migrant Workers …
Philippines and Denmark strengthen healthcare training partnership Read More
As Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen wrapped up his work trip in the Philippines and headed to Malaysia, he assured officials that he would not keep them waiting another …
Danish FM to Philippines: You don’t have to wait 25 years before I’m back Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for December 2024 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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The Philippines and Denmark have strengthened their partnership with new agreements focused on maritime collaboration, healthcare, and trade. Yesterday, the Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen visited the Philippine Coast …
Danish FM strengthens ties with the Philippines amid visit Read More
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen is visiting the Philippines today on December 9 and until December 10, marking the first official visit by a Danish foreign minister to Manila …
Danish Foreign Minister visits the Philippines and Malaysia Read More
Nordic diplomats have expressed alarm over China’s recent aggression in the West Philippine Sea, where the China Coast Guard (CCG) reportedly used water cannons and rammed a Philippine vessel near …
Nordic ambassadors raise concern over Chinese aggression in Philippines Read More
Sweden recently served as the partner country for the 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC), one of the largest mining conferences in the Philippines, held in Baguio …
Sweden and the Philippines strengthen mining ties at ANMSEC 2024 Read More
The Philippines lifts its import ban on Swedish poultry products following the containment of the avian influenza outbreak in Sweden. The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced that poultry meat, …
Philippines lifts import ban on Swedish poultry Read More
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) highlighted opportunities for overseas Filipino workers in Finland during the 2025 Overseas Labor Market Forum held Thursday in Mandaluyong City. Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan …
Finland and Philippines explore new paths for overseas workers Read More
Norway has strengthened its commitment to human rights in the Philippines through a partnership with the United Nations (UN). The collaboration aims to bolster legal and justice systems while safeguarding …
UN agreement: Norway supports human rights in the Philippines Read More
Today, Nordic embassies across Southeast Asia mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The day also kicks of the yearly campaign ’16 Days of Activism’, which …
Nordic embassies stand against gender-based violence Read More
Sweden and the Philippines sign new memorandum of understanding (MOU), that aims to increase Swedish grants and export credits for projects in the Philippines, further deepening economic and strategic relations. …
Sweden and the Philippines to collaborate on export financing Read More
A Danish-Filipino partnership is boosting offshore wind workforce development in Northern Luzon. Buhawind Energy Philippines, a joint venture between PetroGreen Energy Corporation and Copenhagen Energy, is spearheading efforts alongside a …
Danish-Filipino partnership drives jobs in Northern Luzon Read More
Filipino seafarers have received training and stand ready to operate decarbonized vessels, according to Capt. Nebuchadnezzar Rabaya, training manager at the Norwegian Training Center (NTC). He shared this observation during …
Filipino seafarers ready for decarbonized vessels, says training expert from Norwegian Training Center (NTC) Read More
The Philippines is strengthening its economic ties with Sweden to attract more investments and boost growth in key sectors. Swedish Ambassador Harald Fries and Trade Commissioner Johan Lennefalk recently met …
Philippines and Sweden to boost collaboration in key economic sectors Read More
The Philippines has ended its two-year ban on poultry imports from Denmark, imposed after an avian flu outbreak. The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced the decision on November 12 through …
Philippines lifts import ban on Danish poultry Read More
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila is calling for international support for the Philippines, which has recently faced a series of devastating tropical storms. These storms have resulted in significant …
Norwegian Embassy urges support for the Philippines Read More
The Nordic Ambassadors’ Forum, hosted by NordCham Philippines, was held on November 14 at BDO Valero Towers in Makati City. This year’s forum focused on fostering sustainable partnerships between the …
Nordic ambassadors’ forum in Manila explores sustainable partnerships with the Philippines Read More
Danish soft rock band Michael Learns to Rock launched their “Take Us to Your Heart” Asia tour on November 1 in Nusa Dua, Bali. With the tour now in full …
Danish band ‘Michael Learns to Rock’ on Asia tour: “It feels like a second home to us” Read More
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has raised concerns about Finland’s proposed changes to the Aliens Act, which would tighten family reunification rules, particularly impacting foreign workers and refugees. Starting November …
UNHCR raises concerns over Finnish family reunification proposal Read More
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has praised the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) for modernizing ports and expanding facilities for cruise ships, aiming to make the Philippines a top cruise destination in …
Philippine president backs port upgrades to strengthen cruise tourism Read More
Norwegian pop duo M2M has expanded their Philippine tour with new stops in Cebu and Davao, adding excitement for fans across the country. Following a tremendous response, the duo has …
M2M adds stop to ‘Better Endings’ Tour Read More
The Philippines is teaming up with Norway to advance its energy transition, focusing on LNG, decarbonization, and energy security. At the Norway-Philippines LNG Summit 2024, Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla …
Philippines partners with Norway to boost LNG and decarbonization efforts Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for November 2024 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
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Norway and the Philippines have signed an agreement to strengthen their cooperation in combating child exploitation, especially online abuse. At the Interpol Conference from November 4-7, 2024, the Norwegian Police …
Norway and Philippines to strengthen child protection efforts against online exploitation Read More
The cryptocurrency market has experienced significant growth over the past decade, with Bitcoin taking the lead as the first and most valuable digital currency. Bitcoin’s emergence was followed by a …
Bitcoin vs. Altcoins: Exploring Effective Trading Strategies Read More
The Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) reports a 5 percent decrease in work-based residence permit applications from January to September 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Specialist permit applications …
Finland faces decline in work-based immigration amid high unemployment Read More
Fil-Danish beauty queen Mary Josephine Paaske, recently crowned Miss Universe Philippines Cebu Heritage 2024, is embarking on an exciting journey in interior design. After facing challenges in aviation electronics and …
Fil-Danish Miss Universe charts new path in interior design Read More
The Swedish Embassy in Manila, in collaboration with Scandinavian Resorts, co-organized the Sweden-Philippines Hospitality and Tourism Networking Event in Manila. The event brought together around 15 hoteliers, restaurateurs, and Swedish …
Sweden-Philippines hospitality event fosters collaboration and sustainability Read More