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FIFA men’s U20 World Cup in Indonesia postponed to 2023

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The young football talents will not be allowed to play in the championship planned to be held in Indonesia next year, as the International Football Association (Fifa) have postponed the …

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Fly virtual flight to Santa’s hometown and support UNICEF’s work with Finnair

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Finnair announced on 22 December 2020 that is is now possible to fly to Santa’s Finnish home from your own sofa! Santa’s official airline, Finnair, will offer eight ‘flights’ using …

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Denmark, Finland and Norway praised for having robust economic safety nets during the pandemic

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Three Nordic nations, Denmark, Finland and Norway, are placed well as countries with a robust economic safety in new report ‘The World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report Special Edition 2020’. …

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Norway update travel restrictions effective from 13 Dec

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From 13 December 2020, the rules for quarantine hotels upon entry into Norway have been changed, according to Norwegian Government’s announcement on the same day. The most important changes are …

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World Food Programme received the Noble Peace Prize: “Food is the pathway to peace”

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On 10 December 2020, Executive Director David Beasley accepted the Nobel Peace Prize for 2020 on behalf of the World Food Programme. In the closing statement of his Acceptance Speech, …

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EU-ASEAN upgraded to Strategic Partnership

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The European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) upgraded at the 23rd EU-ASEAN ministerial meeting their longstanding relationship to Strategic Partners. This elevates their partnership with a …

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Ambassador Landi discussed future cooperation with Singapore’s Minister for Health

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On 24 November 2020 the Danish Ambassador Sandra Jensen Landi met with Singapore’s Minister for Health, Gan Kim Yong, to share lessons-learned from Covid-19 and discuss the future of healthcare. …

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Nordic ambassadors graced the Poinsettia Wishes Flower Dome opening Singapore ceremony

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Flower Dome’s signature floral displays make a return with the well-loved Poinsettia Wishes on 27 November 2020. Minister for Sustainability and the Environment of Singapore, Ms Grace Fu, together with …

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Norway offers Sustainable Management MBA scholarship to ASEAN students

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The Norwegian Government offers scholarships for an MBA in Sustainability Management to students from the Philippines and other countries in the ASEAN region. The application deadline is 21 January 2021, …

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Sweden Alumni invite to “Sweden Talks” about the Nobel Prize on 3 Dec

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Sweden Alumni Network in Vietnam invites members to Sweden Talks: A Glimpse of the Nobel Prize. Sweden Talks is an online forum where alumni meet each other and expert speakers …

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Finnish SWAPPIE helps in electronic waste challenge

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Did you know that incorrect disposal of electronic waste is one of the most problematic challenges in waste management? In Finland, used and serviced smart phones are gaining popularity: They’re …

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Limited seats available for the ASEAN-EU Business summit 2020, register today

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The ASEAN-EU Business Summit is back for its 8th edition, slated to be held in Singapore on 19 November 2020. This year’s edition follows on from a highly successful run …

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Cathay Pacific teams up with selected hospitals for passengers to get COVID-19 PCR tests

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As COVID-19 PCR test is mandatory for arrival in many destinations, Cathay Pacific has cooperated with selected hospitals in Bangkok and Phuket to offer their passengers a special rate for …

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The EU is looking to sponsor the winner of Sustainable Consumption and Production project

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Do you have any projects on Sustainable Consumption and Production? Then this is for you! EU SWITCH-Asia Programme Call for Proposals on Promoting Sustainable Consumption and Production is NOW OPEN! …

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Study in Sweden released a how to apply for a scholarship vdo

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Are you ambitious, with a strong professional background and looking to make a difference in the world? Would you like to be granted a fully-funded scholarship to pursue a full-time …

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Volvo takes EV Motor Development In-House

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Volvo Cars is making significant investments that allow for the in-house design and development of electric motors for the next generation of Volvo models, as the company continues to move …

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You’re invited: Free CIS virtual talk on 10 things to look for in a Chinese-English bilingual programme

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Raising children to become fluent communicators in Chinese and English is definitely a challenge. Fortunately, with Canadian International School’s (CIS) outstanding Chinese-English bilingual programme, it is possible! The school will …

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Finnair offers complimentary Coronavirus insurance for passengers

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Finnair announced on 4 November 2020 a complimentary Finnair Corona Cover that will protects passengers in case of getting sick with coronavirus while in their destination. Finnair Corona Cover is …

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Norwegian Scatec Solar ASA – SN Power to acquire its first wind farm in Vietnam

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The Norwegian SN Power AS, has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in the 39.4 MW Dam Nai Wind Power Joint Stock Company in Vietnam from …

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Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals sets to open for applications on 8 Feb 21

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The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) announced on 3 November 2020 the date for applications for the coming year. SISGP aims to develop future global leaders that will …

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EuroCham Singapore invites to the next webinar on 18 Nov

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The European Chamber of Commerce in Singapore invites to join their webinar on Impact Investment – The Role of Asset Managers in Green Finance which will be held virtually on …

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Danish chemist invents new and cheaper way to turn seawater into drinking water

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More than 800 million people around the world lack access to clean drinking water, according to the @United Nations Now a Danish chemist Jiwoong Lee, of the Københavns Universitet – …

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NBAS inivites to the next Specialist Insight Panel on Decarbonization

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Norwegian Business Association Singapore invites to the upcoming NBAS special insight panel “Decarbonization”. Hosted in collaboration with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore – MPA, sponsored by the Norwegian …

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Study in Finland announced applications for autumn 2021 opens 7-20 Jan

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What would be the employment and career opportunities in Finland after graduation? Explore the employment rate of international graduates, popular industries and working life in Finland including the good work-life …

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Hear what Finland has developed in the “Future is made in Finland – First 6G”

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The Embassy of Finland in Singapore invites to join “Future is made in Finland” EPISODE IV: FIRST IN 6G. Their invitation said: Did you know that every day, 2.6 billion …

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The Danish Embassy Manila released the latest regulations on how to enter Denmark

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The Royal Danish Embassy Manila released the latest list on how to enter Denmark on 30 October 2020, that said: IMPORTANT INFORMATION WHEN ENTERING DENMARK If you arrive from a …

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Goodbye Kansas Studios won Swedish government’s export prize for the cultural and creative industries

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The Embassy of Sweden in Singapore published on 26 October 2020 a Note of Congratulations to Goodbye Kansas Studios for winning the Swedish government’s export prize for the cultural and …

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Nordic Innovation House Singapore invites to E-Commerce Supply Chain Challenge 2020

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Ecommerce in Singapore is flourishing and is expected to grow to US$27 billion by 2025 (e-Conomy SEA 2019). The onset of COVID-19 has further accelerated this growth. With the increase …

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