Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Novo Nordisk said China’s Supreme People’s Court has upheld the validity of its semaglutide compound patent, according to a company statement issued on Saturday. China’s Supreme People’s Court thereby confirmed …
Novo Nordisk says China court upholds its semaglutide patent Read More
Governments in both the Nordic region and Asia reacted strongly after the United States in the early hours of 3 January 2026 carried out military strikes in Venezuela and announced …
Nordic and Asian governments urge restraint after US strikes on Venezuela Read More
Singapore-based battery developer Flint has started pilot production of its paper-based battery technology, moving from laboratory development to manufactured cells suitable for customer testing and pilot installations. The company said …
Singapore company starts production of batteries – made of paper Read More
Denmark’s prime minister has rejected renewed talk from the United States about acquiring Greenland, stressing that Denmark will stand firm on the status of the autonomous territory. In her New …
Denmark’s prime minister rejects renewed US talk of acquiring Greenland Read More
Finnish police have arrested two crew members of a cargo vessel suspected of damaging an undersea telecommunications cable between Finland and Estonia, according to Yle. Police have asked the court …
Finland arrests crew members over new cable damage on New Year’s Eve Read More
“What the fuck was that?” Norwegian Espen Jacobsen thought when a loud bang awoke him and his girlfriend Friday night at 4 a.m. on 19 December. The couple lives in …
Norwegian witness fleeing the war in Cambodia Read More
The electricity consumed annually by ChatGPT to answer user prompts alone is now roughly equivalent to the total yearly electricity consumption of Iceland, or about half of Denmark’s annual electricity …
ChatGPT uses energy similar to half of Denmark’s annual electricity consumption Read More
Sun Sun Lim received an honorary doctorate from the University of Copenhagen. The ceremony was held at Vor Frue Plads in Copenhagen. Lim is Professor of Communication and Technology at …
Singaporean professor Sun Sun Lim receives honorary doctorate from University of Copenhagen Read More
He started the career as an employee of Denmark’s largest company Maersk (A.P. Møller – Mærsk) and was sent to China; followed by working for the Danish energy efficiency expert …
A new lease of life: the third corporate adventure in Asia begins for Allan Jensen Read More
Bangladesh Private Cable System (BPCS) Consortium has signed an agreement with Nokia to supply Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE) for a new private submarine cable project. The signing took place …
Nokia helps Bangladesh submarine cable plan on Singapore–Cox’s Bazar route Read More
The 2025 Nobel Prize ceremonies were held on Tuesday 10 December 2025 in two separate Nordic capitals, in line with long-standing tradition. The Nobel Prizes in Medicine, Literature and the …
The Nobel Prize ceremonies Read More
As Denmark and Singapore mark 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2025, the Danish Embassy in Singapore is using the occasion to highlight the growing presence of Danish brands on …
Danish products in Singapore – are there more? Read More
Swedish manufacturer Scania has delivered Malaysia’s first Smart and Safe coach to Gopi Travel Tours Sdn Bhd, expanding the company’s connected-vehicle offering in Southeast Asia. Datuk Gopinathan, Managing Director of …
Scania introduces Smart and Safe coach in Malaysia Read More
Singapore-headquartered data centre developer DayOne has secured a mezzanine financing facility of 500 million€, expandable to 1 billion€. The funding comes from global investment firm Brookfield and a sovereign investor, …
Singapore data centre firm DayOne secures up to 1 billion€ for Finland hub and Asia expansion Read More
The December 2025 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 …
ScandAsia Magazine December 2025 Read More
For 51-year-old Karin Widell, music has always been part of life’s rhythm. Growing up in Stockholm, she sang in church choirs, school choirs and at home, where melodies were woven …
Karin leads a Swedish choir far from home Read More
Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) can feel like carrying an invisible weight that colours every aspect of life. The hypervigilance, intrusive memories, emotional …
Top 5 Trauma Healing Retreats for PTSD and CPTSD in Asia in 2025 Read More
Singapore will mark the end of the SG60 year with a series of public activities at Marina Bay throughout December. The programme culminates in a large New Year’s Eve fireworks …
Marina Bay launches December programme for New Year celebrations Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church Singapore is hosting its annual Christmas Bazaar this weekend, November 29 and 30, with festive activities running each day from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Highlights include: Free …
This Weekend: Danish Seamen’s Church Singapore Julebasar Read More
Singaporean fugitive Wilson Raj Perumal, linked to major match fixing in Finland, has been convicted of human trafficking. A Hungarian court sentenced him in May 2025 to 11 years’ jail, …
Singaporean man tied to crimes in Finland convicted of human trafficking in Hungary Read More
It was on a bright November morning that I met Michaela Friberg Storey — the tall, warm and energetic Swede who today leads all United Nations work in Thailand. I …
Swedish diplomat Michaela Friberg Storey leads the UN’s work in Thailand Read More
Volatility defines modern trade. Yet Alkagesta Malta, founded in 2018, has grown steadily by turning discipline into strategy. Its new hub in Singapore is the logical next step, placing the …
Alkagesta Anchors in Singapore to Connect Europe and Asia Through Structured Trade Read More
Singapore’s National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) is updating its Job Security Council (JSC), which is directly inspired by Swedish job security councils. The model was adapted from Sweden to help …
Singapore updates Swedish-style job security council for new era of work Read More
Fresh details have emerged about Yangzijiang Maritime’s newbuilding programme as the Singapore-listed company prepares for its mainboard debut. New disclosures show that two separate joint ventures have ordered a series …
Maersk Tankers linked to new joint-venture orders in China Read More
Novo Holdings has completed an investment in Blue Planet, an integrated waste management platform operating across India, Southeast Asia and New Zealand, according to a statement issued by the company …
Denmark’s Novo Holdings invests in Singapore-based Blue Planet to scale circular waste solutions in Asia Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Singapore and Try Swedish are inviting families and friends to experience a Swedish-style “Cosy Friday Night” on Friday 21 November at Chijmes. The event highlights …
Sweden brings “Cosy Friday Night” to Singapore Read More
Norwegian ocean impact fund manager Katapult Ocean has invested in Atlantic Fish Co., an American North Carolina start-up developing cell-cultivated seafood. The term refers to seafood produced by growing muscle …
Norway’s Katapult Ocean boosts US cultivated-seafood start-up in Singapore Read More
Danish brewer Carlsberg A/S is considering selling part of its Asian operations, with Japan’s Sapporo Holdings Ltd emerging as a possible buyer, according to reports by Bloomberg and AK&M. People …
Carlsberg in talks to sell minority stake in Asia operations to Sapporo Read More
Singapore has retained the world’s most powerful passport for 2025, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 193 destinations worldwide, according to the latest Henley Passport Index. The new index groups …
Singapore tops global passport ranking as Nordic countries stay among world’s strongest Read More
Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has extended its memorandum of understanding with the Norwegian classification society DNV, paving the way for new trials of remote-controlled vessel technologies. The renewed …
Singapore and Norway’s DNV extend cooperation on remote-control vessel testing Read More
Gardens by the Bay in Singapore has announced its year-end festive programme, which includes several large-scale Christmas events and exhibitions, according to AsiaOne. The Royal Danish Embassy has collaborated with …
Royal Danish Embassy contributes Danish-themed displays to Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show Read More
Norway has pledged up to USD 3 billion to a new Brazil-led initiative that aims to reward tropical countries for preserving their forests. The facility, known as the Tropical Forests …
Norway pledges up to USD 3 billion to new global forest fund Read More
Finnish construction technology company Peikko Group Corporation showcased its advanced precast connection solutions at the BCA-SCAL Seminar 2025 in Singapore on 4 November. The event, themed “Elevating Productivity through Innovative …
Finnish Peikko highlights innovative construction at Singapore seminar Read More
Danish jewellery brand Pandora has established a new regional headquarters in Singapore to accelerate expansion across Asia. The office will coordinate operations for markets including Japan, South Korea, India, and …
Pandora opens Asia headquarters in Singapore to drive regional growth Read More
The November 2025 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 …
ScandAsia Magazine November 2025 Read More
Nordic energy company Neste is marking two major milestones, celebrating 15 years of renewable refining in Singapore and 60 years of operations at its Porvoo oil refinery in Finland. The …
Neste marks 15 years in Singapore, 60 years in Finland Read More
Singapore and Sweden have agreed to deepen cooperation on regional power grid development, clean energy and nuclear safety as part of ongoing efforts to support Southeast Asia’s green transition. The …
Singapore and Sweden expand energy cooperation Read More
Sweden and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration in the rapidly advancing field of quantum technology. The agreement, signed in Singapore by the National Quantum …
Sweden and Singapore strengthen partnership in quantum technology Read More
Henley & Partners’ new Global Investment Risk and Resilience Index, released on 27 October 2025, places Singapore alongside Denmark, Norway and Sweden among the world’s most secure destinations for investors, …
Singapore and Nordic countries rank among world’s most secure for investment 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
Singapore’s Seatrium has confirmed it received a notice of arbitration from Denmark’s Maersk Offshore Wind following a disagreement over a $475 million contract for a nearly completed wind turbine installation …
Maersk Offshore Wind takes Seatrium to arbitration over $475 million vessel dispute Read More
Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will travel to Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore from 24 to 28 October to mark Finland’s growing engagement with Southeast Asia. The visit will …
Finland to join ASEAN treaty during Southeast Asia visit Read More
The Danish Seamen’s Church in Singapore is once again preparing for one of the year’s most cherished traditions – the annual Christmas Bazaar! 🇩🇰✨ The Bazaar will run on Saturday …
Christmas Bazaar 2025 in Singapore Read More
Swedish textile technology company imogo is preparing to showcase its sustainable spray-dyeing innovation at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025 in Singapore from 28–31 October. The presentation follows major developments in …
Swedish imogo to showcase water-saving dyeing tech in Singapore Read More
Singapore’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and for Trade and Industry Gan Siow Huang visited Reykjavík from 15–18 October 2025 for the Arctic Circle Assembly. In an opening-plenary speech …
Singapore minister attends Arctic Circle Assembly in Iceland Read More
Petra Maria Hellman is from Turku, Finland. She has travelled the world, and, in 2017, her journey brought her to Otres. Like many before her, she planned to stay for …
Meet the villagers: Petra’s Haberdashery Read More
Samuel “Sammy” Salvadores is from Trollhättan, just north of Gothenburg. He first came to Otres in 2009. He is one of the original Nesat villagers and was one of the …
Meet the villagers: Sammy does it right. Read More
Niclas “Nic” Schultz is from Frederikssund in Denmark. He and his wife Aneliya “Nelly” first came to Cambodia in 2017. It was only meant to be a short stop on …
Meet the villagers: Nic, Nelly and Ragnarok Read More
Southeast Asia attracts tens of millions of backpackers and tourists every year, and new destinations come and go. For years, Otres Beach was a popular destination. That was until Chinese …
Rebuilding Paradise: The Story of Nesat Read More
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) will enhance video surveillance across more than 50 train stations using Nokia’s IP/MPLS and fiber Optical LAN, deployed in partnership with Hitachi Rail. The upgrade …
Singapore LTA to upgrade rail CCTV network with Finland’s Nokia solutions Read More