Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
A new regional partnership between Norway and ASEAN aims to reshape how Southeast Asia uses its oceans, with a focus on fishing, food production and long-term sustainability, Antara News reports. …
Norway launches major ocean partnership with ASEAN in Jakarta Read More
Multiple countries have launched a new international defence cooperation initiative aimed at protecting critical underwater infrastructure. The “Guiding Principles for Underwater Infrastructure Defence Exchanges” (GUIDE) was launched in Singapore on …
Nordic and Southeast Asian countries join new underwater infrastructure defence initiative Read More
Norwegian Ambassador to ASEAN, Mariann Ruud Hagen, has described ASEAN as an important pillar of stability in an increasingly uncertain world marked by geopolitical tensions, conflict, and economic challenges. In …
Norwegian ambassador highlights ASEAN’s role in regional stability Read More
A restructuring by Swedish fashion giant H&M has triggered a debate in Singapore over whether companies are presenting layoffs as new job opportunities. The discussion follows H&M’s decision to move …
H&M restructuring in Singapore triggers debate over hidden layoffs Read More
Singapore’s leading orchestra is entering a decisive turning point, and it comes with a new name at the podium. From the 2026-27 season, Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu will take over …
Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu to lead Singapore Symphony Orchestra Read More
Swedish legaltech company Legora is opening new offices in Singapore and Tokyo as part of its expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. The move follows the opening of the company’s Sydney …
Swedish legaltech firm Legora expands into Singapore and Tokyo Read More
Finnish deputy minister Mika Nykänen visited Singapore during Ecosperity Week 2026 to strengthen cooperation on sustainability, green transition and resilient supply chains. The visit was hosted by the Embassy of …
Finland highlights green cooperation with Singapore during Ecosperity Week Read More
A Copenhagen biotech startup is betting big on Asia’s drinking culture. Now, Singapore will be the first test market. Alcolase has raised €1.5 million to develop its enzyme-based solution for …
Singapore first as Danish biotech tackles alcohol intolerance in Asia Read More
Swedish fashion retailer H&M has laid off staff in Singapore as the company relocates its South-east Asian headquarters from the city-state to Kuala Lumpur, The Straits Times reports. According to …
Swedish H&M lays off staff in Singapore amid regional restructuring Read More
Singapore audiences will this week get a chance to watch the acclaimed Norwegian psychological drama Armand as part of the European Film Festival. The film will be screened on 15 …
Norwegian award-winning thriller to screen at European Film Festival in Singapore Read More
A Singaporean man has been placed more centrally in a Norwegian espionage investigation after new details emerged about how a suspected intelligence operation may have been structured around his property …
Three charged in Singapore-China linked satellite spy case deepening in Norway Read More
The May 2026 issue of ScandAsia Magazine is now available! 📖 Read it your way: Download the full PDF: Click Here Read online: Read Online or Fullscreen Scan the QR …
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Danes in Singapore are invited to lace up their running shoes later this month as the annual “Royal Side Run” returns to Mount Faber. The event, organised by the Danish …
Lace up: Royal Run is coming to Singapore Read More
A Singaporean man has now emerged as a central figure in the Norwegian espionage case involving a Chinese citizen accused of attempting to collect sensitive satellite data in northern Norway, …
Singaporean connected to alleged spy operation in Norway Read More
A single welfare claim could now cost a foreign student their right to stay in Finland. That is the direction of a new bill that would sharply tighten the rules …
Asian students in Finland face stricter residency rules under new bill Read More
Health authorities in both Singapore and Denmark are monitoring residents linked to the hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius. This comes after several passengers died following the voyage. …
Singapore and Denmark respond to hantavirus-linked cruise outbreak Read More
Danish trading platform Saxo has launched a new premium service tier in Singapore targeting accredited investors and active traders. The new service, called Saxo Elite, offers clients a personal relationship …
Saxo launches premium trading service in Singapore Read More
Carlsberg says consumers in Malaysia and Singapore are drinking less alcohol and increasingly choosing to drink at home instead of in bars and restaurants. According to Carlsberg Malaysia managing director …
People in Malaysia and Singapore are drinking less: Now Carlsberg responds Read More
International students in Finland could lose their residence permits after applying for welfare support just once under proposed new rules from the Finnish government. Under the proposal, foreign students who …
Finland may kick out foreign students who receive welfare support Read More
A Danish crime film set in the 1920s will be shown in Singapore this May as part of the European Film Festival 2026, Danish Business Association Singapore reports. The screening …
European Film Festival in Singapore to screen Danish murder mystery Read More
TUI Hotels & Resorts will open its first The Mora hotel in Asia in Singapore in September 2026. The move marks the brand’s entry into the region as part of …
TUI to open first The Mora hotel in Asia with Singapore launch Read More
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya and Singapore invites Norwegians and friends to celebrate Norway’s Constitution Day on May 17. Both events offer traditional 17 May programmes with parades, speeches, food …
Norwegians are invited to celebrate 17 May in Pattaya and Singapore Read More
Thai AirAsia is cutting its flight capacity by around 30 percent in May and June, while also suspending multiple routes through to October, as soaring fuel prices continue to hit …
Thai AirAsia cuts 30 percent of flights and suspends routes until October Read More
Finland’s national carrier Finnair is seeing increased transit traffic on its Asia routes, as Scandinavian rival SAS reduces services and global disruptions reshape travel patterns, Reuters reports. The shift follows …
Battle in the sky: Finnair gains Asia traffic as SAS cuts routes Read More
A new electric passenger vessel using Norwegian technology is on its way in Asia. Three companies have signed a deal to design and build the vessel, which will be the …
Norwegian tech is behind Asia’s first electric AirHull vessel Read More
Norwegian company Yara Clean Ammonia has signed a new agreement to explore supplying low-carbon ammonia as marine fuel in Singapore. The deal was made with Japan’s NYK Line and Singapore-based …
Norway’s Yara joins partners to explore ammonia fuel supply in Singapore Read More
A new Finnish-inspired preschool has launched in Singapore, bringing Nordic early childhood education principles to the country. HEI Schools Singapore is developed in partnership with HEI Schools Global. The programme …
Finnish-inspired preschool opens in Singapore Read More
The Swedish investment company EQT AB has raised $15.6 billion to invest in companies across Asia. The largest fund of its kind in the region right now, according to Channel News …
Swedish giant raises billions as Asia Read More
Brunei is stepping up efforts to attract tourists from Singapore. The Brunei Tourism Development Department recently showcased its tourism offerings at a travel fair in Singapore, highlighting experiences from rainforest …
Brunei goes all in to attract travellers from Singapore Read More
Singapore is stepping up efforts to protect its ports from growing cyber threats. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore has signed a new agreement with Germany’s Hamburg Port Authority …
Cyber fears rise: Singapore moves to protect key ports Read More
Danish deep-tech company ATLANT 3D has signed an agreement with National University of Singapore to build a shared research facility in Singapore focused on discovering new materials using artificial intelligence. …
Danish tech firm and NUS team up on AI-driven materials lab in Singapore Read More
The Palm Tree Music Festival, co-founded by Norwegian DJ Kygo, will hold its first Asian edition in Singapore on 18 April. The event will take place at Gardens by the …
Kygo’s Palm Tree Festival lands in Singapore with Nordic star Alesso Read More
A rare Olympic medal sold in Denmark for DKK 900,000 has now been handed over to its new owner from Singapore who travelled across the world to collect it in …
Singapore buyer pays triple for rare Olympic medal at Danish auction Read More
A new requirement is on the way for travellers heading to Europe, and for many in Asia, it will change how trips are planned. The European Union is preparing to …
New EU entry rule will affect travellers from Asia Read More
A series of sophisticated cyberattacks on critical infrastructure has exposed a hard truth: prevention is no longer enough. Long-term resilience is needed. And here, Finland’s model is drawing attention, Rsis …
Cyber threats push Singapore to learn from Finland’s security model Read More
Bangkok is gearing up for one of its most unique Songkran celebrations yet. This year, all water-splashing festivities across the city will be strictly alcohol-free, and activities will wrap up …
Bangkok declares alcohol-free Songkran to ensure safety Read More
Mastercard has started testing AI-powered payments in Southeast Asia. In a press release, the company says its system is now live in early markets including Singapore and Malaysia. The technology …
Mastercard starts testing AI payments in Southeast Asia Read More
Travellers flying in Asia may soon need to rethink what they pack in their hand luggage. New international safety rules now limit passengers to carrying a maximum of two power …
Flying soon? You may not be allowed to do this anymore Read More
The April 2026 issue of ScandAsia Magazine is now available! 📖 Read it your way: Download the full PDF: Click Here Read online: Read Online or Fullscreen Scan the QR …
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Air travel across Asia is under pressure right now. On April 5, thousands of travellers are experiencing delays and cancellations as widespread disruptions hit major airports across China, Japan, South …
Thousands of flights delayed across Asia as storms hit major hubs Read More
Empty bottles are getting a second life in Singapore. The city-state has launched Southeast Asia’s first nationwide deposit return scheme for beverage containers, targeting a waste stream of more than …
Singapore launches bottle recycling system with Norwegian technology Read More
Singapore-based Bitdeer Technologies Group, a tech firm focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and Bitcoin mining infrastructure, is teaming up with local partner Data Center Installations AS to create what could …
Singapore tech firm to build Norway’s largest AI data center by 2026 Read More
Airlines in Asia are raising fares and reducing flight operations as jet fuel prices surge following the conflict in the Middle East. Jet fuel prices have surged sharply, with some …
Rising oil prices hit tourism in Asia as flight and transport costs surge Read More Thousands of passengers are being impacted as a wave of flight disruptions is hitting major airports across Asia, Travel and Tour World reports. Nearly 2,800 flights are delayed and more …
Nearly 3,000 flights disrupted across Asia Read More
Denmark has just held a general election, deciding the composition of its 179-seat parliament. With all votes now counted, Nordic expatriates in Asia follow developments closely, as Denmark’s foreign policy …
No majority in Danish election: ruling coalition weakened as parties prepare for coalition talks Read More
The Dutch brewer Heineken will phase down large-scale production at its Tuas brewery in Singapore by the end of 2027 as part of a shift to a new supply model, …
Heineken to phase out Singapore production and move it to Malaysia and Vietnam 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
Danish furniture brand Fritz Hansen is testing a new retail concept in Singapore that combines a showroom with a restaurant, according to Tatler. The concept, launched at Henderson Road, pairs …
Danish brand Fritz Hansen tests new retail concept in Singapore Read More
Danish shipping and logistics company Maersk has opened a new fully automated warehouse in Singapore, marking its largest investment in the country to date, according to a press release from …
Danish giant Maersk opens SGD 200 million automated warehouse in Singapore Read More