A new year and new challenges!
As we get older, it seems like time goes faster and faster, but today, you will also hear lots of young people talking about how time flies. I can’t remember …
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Indonesia, Vietnam accepts invitation to Trump’s Board of Peace – Nordic countries decline
Indonesia and Vietnam have confirmed that they will accept an invitation from United States President Donald Trump to join his newly established Board of Peace, a move that has sparked …
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Seatrium and Aibel enter arbitration over North Sea offshore wind platform
Singapore-based offshore engineering group Seatrium and Norwegian contractor Aibel have both filed arbitration proceedings over disputes related to their consortium agreement for the DolWin 5 offshore converter platform in the …
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Sweden joins Thailand’ Cobra Gold 2026 as observer
Cobra Gold is an annual Thai–US-led multinational military exercise held in Thailand since 1982. It trains interoperability and includes humanitarian assistance and disaster relief elements. Thailand and the United States …
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How MUMS is turning Swedish sweets into a Bangkok business
It is just before 1 pm at CentralWorld, one of Bangkok’s most visited shopping malls, and the crowds are already flowing steadily past the new pink storefront. Inside, brightly coloured …
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Swedish music and AI in focus at Bangkok networking event
Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham) will host a young professionals networking event in Bangkok next month focusing on Sweden’s global influence in the music industry. The event will feature a …
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Swedes more annoyed by noisy hotel rooms than sunbed hogging
Poor soundproofing is the biggest irritation for Swedish travellers staying at hotels abroad, according to a new survey commissioned by TUI. The survey, conducted by Kantar Media, shows that 39 …
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Chinese embassy in Stockholm rejects accusations by Swedish politician
The Chinese Embassy in Sweden said it opposed what it called “unfounded accusations” made by a small number of Swedish politicians about Chinese products and trade measures, and urged “two-way …
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Thai authorities deny rumours limiting visa-free entry for foreigners
Thai authorities have rejected claims circulating online that foreign nationals will be limited to entering Thailand visa-free only twice a year. The warning was issued by Thailand’s Ministry of Digital …
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Saab plans to showcase Gripen E and C-UAS at Singapore Airshow
Swedish defence group Saab will exhibit at Singapore Airshow 2026 at Changi Exhibition Centre from 3 to 8 February. In a press release, the company said it will be at …
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Swedish drug suspect arrested in Hua Hin
Thailand’s Immigration Bureau said it arrested a Swedish man wanted under an Interpol Red Notice on drug charges, local Thai media reports. Police said the suspect had been hiding in …
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Visa-free entry expands across Southeast Asia
Several Southeast Asian countries have eased visa rules over the past year, helping drive a strong rebound in international tourism and making travel in the region simpler for foreign visitors. …
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Philippine passport improves in global ranking but still trails Nordic countries
The Philippine passport has climbed six places in the latest global ranking but continues to lag far behind the Nordic countries in terms of travel freedom. According to the Henley …
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Denmark, Sweden and Finland join EU trip to Northern Mindanao
EU and EU member state ambassadors made a joint visit to Northern Mindanao from 14 to 16 January, in what the EU Delegation said was their first coordinated trip to …
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Volvo warns Singapore EX30 Ultra owners over battery fire risk
Volvo has told 143 owners of the EX30 Ultra in Singapore not to charge beyond 70% for now. The advice is linked to a potential battery defect and fire risk. …
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Philippines blocks Swedish man at border under #ShieldKids campaign
Philippine immigration officials said they denied entry to two foreign nationals flagged as sex offenders. The cases were linked to the Bureau of Immigration’s #ShieldKids campaign. The Bureau of Immigration …
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China urges Norway, Finland and other European states to deny visas to Taiwan politicians
Chinese officials have delivered “legal advice” to European countries, urging them to bar Taiwanese politicians from entry. Diplomats told the Guardian the messages warned against crossing China’s “red lines”. The …
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Sweden gives 2.9m$ to UN Rohingya clean energy programme in Bangladesh
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR said Sweden has contributed 2.9m$ to support the SAFE+2 programme for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. The programme focuses on expanding access to …
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Four Seasons Singapore launches Nordic Weekend Afternoon Tea
Four Seasons Hotel Singapore has introduced a Nordic Weekend Afternoon Tea at One-Ninety Bar. The set is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 5pm. The afternoon tea runs …
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Copenhagen Airport baggage failure leaves TUI passengers without luggage on Phuket flight
A technical malfunction in Copenhagen Airport’s baggage handling system left around 60 checked bags behind on a TUI flight to Phuket. The airport said problems in its automated baggage sorting …
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Swedish ‘impostor’ arrested at Manila airport
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) said it arrested a 21-year-old woman using a Swedish passport at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Manila, according to Philstar Global. The …
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Finnish berry firms suspected of bribery linked to Thai labour officials
New developments in the Finnish berry-picker case as Finnish police have completed a preliminary investigation into suspected bribery involving berry picking businesses and Thai authorities. The case is now being …
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Swedish Defence University study examines Cyclone Mocha relief and conflict risks in Myanmar
New research from the Swedish Defence University examines disaster response after Cyclone Mocha hit Myanmar’s Rakhine state on 14 May 2023. The study says the Arakan Army became a central …
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Norwegian envoy says China visa-free entry has boosted travel and business ties
Norway’s ambassador to China, Vebjørn Dysvik, says travel between the two countries has surged since China introduced 30-day visa-free entry for Norwegian citizens. In an interview with China Daily, Dysvik …
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Sweden and Indonesia mark 75 years of ties with sustainability partnership visit
Sweden and Indonesia marked 75 years of diplomatic relations with an official visit to a factory in Karawang, West Java. The Swedish Embassy and the Sweden–Indonesia Sustainability Partnership (SISP) delegation …
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Volvo opens pre-sales for ES90 electric sedan in Malaysia
Volvo Car Malaysia has opened pre-sales for its new fully electric ES90 sedan, ahead of local assembly scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Customers are invited to …
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Thailand to introduce 300-baht tourist entry fee in 2026
Thailand will introduce a new tourist entry fee for foreign visitors from February 2026. The fee will be set at 300 baht and will apply to foreign travellers arriving by …
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IKEA to close seven stores in China as it shifts to smaller formats
IKEA will close seven of its large stores in China from 2 February, the company said. The Swedish retailer cited a restructuring to move resources closer to consumers. Stores affected …
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Swedish groom-to-be dies after motorcycle crash in Rayong
A 47-year-old Swedish man has died after a motorcycle crash in Rayong province, according to Thaiger. Police from Klaeng Police Station said the crash happened around 5pm on January 6. …
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Swedish BioArctic takes step towards at-home Alzheimer’s treatment in China
Swedish biopharma company BioArctic said its partner Eisai has filed a subcutaneous version of Leqembi in China. The application was accepted by China’s National Medical Products Administration. BioArctic said the …
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FFAV mourns Norwegian director Anders K.A. Krystad
Football for All in Vietnam (FFAV), a grassroots programme founded by the Football Association of Norway and the Vietnam Football Federation, previously covered by Scandasia, has announced the death of …
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Swedish boy, 4, receives 239 stitches after walking into glass door at Koh Lanta hotel
A dream vacation to a Thai island paradise quickly turned into a nightmare for a Swedish family, as a four-year-old Swedish boy was injured after walking into a closed glass …
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Swedish man drowns at popular beach in Thailand
A 59-year-old Swedish national died after drowning while swimming at Somprasong Beach in Chon Buri province, Thai police confirmed. The incident occurred on Sunday 4 January 2026 in the Na …
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Vietnam starts 2026 with strong tourism momentum
Vietnam welcomed its first international visitors of 2026 on New Year’s Day, as major destinations reported a busy start to the year following a record-breaking tourism performance in 2025. At …
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Voyage Mode – An interview with the vision behind the lens
Remarkable things can happen when creative energy meets reinvention. This is exactly what happened to my longtime friend Daniel. After more than a decade dedicated to producing a world-class cycling …
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Finland arrests crew members over new cable damage on New Year’s Eve
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 …
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Scandinavian Christmas service draws full house at Christ Church in Bangkok
The Scandinavian Christmas Eve service returned to Christ Church in Bangkok in 2025, continuing a long-standing tradition that for years has brought together Nordic communities in the Thai capital on …
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Sweden and the Philippines share focus on sustainable leadership
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 …
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Swedfund invests 20$ million loan in Vietnam’s EVF to expand MSME finance
Swedfund has invested in Vietnam’s EVF General Finance JSC through a loan of up to 20$ million. The funding is intended to expand access to capital for micro, small and …
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IKEA hosts Swedish Christmas buffet in Thailand
IKEA Thailand is bringing back its Swedish Christmas Buffet for the year-end season, running from 22 to 26 December 2025 at the Swedish restaurants in IKEA Bangna, IKEA Bang Yai …
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Sweden promotes child road safety in Vietnam
Sweden is promoting child road safety in Vietnam through a school-based campaign focused on proper helmet use, inspired by the Swedish Vision Zero approach. The initiative was marked on Tuesday …
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SWECHAM hosts traditional Christmas dinner at Westin Bangkok
On Santa Lucia Day itself, SWECHAM hosted its traditional Christmas dinner at the Westin Hotel. More people than ever had signed up. The GM of The Westin Hotel, Mr. Robert …
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Holiday plans on hold: Nordic travelers navigate changing government guidance
In July 2025, news of military clashes on the Thai-Cambodia border dominated headlines around the world. Ever since, the border crossings between the two countries have been closed, and tensions …
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Swedish citizen dies in prison in the Philippines
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 …
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SwedCham Indonesia elects new board at annual meeting
SwedCham Indonesia announced the election of a new Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting on 12 December 2025. The chamber said the new board will focus on advocacy, …
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Polestar secures $600 million loan from Chinese majority owner
Sweden’s electric car maker Polestar has entered into a loan agreement of up to $600 million with its majority owner, China’s Geely Holding, as the company seeks to ease pressure …
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Denmark updates Thailand travel advice amid worsening Cambodia border dispute
Denmark’s Foreign Ministry has updated its travel guidance for Thailand after an escalation in the Thailand–Cambodia border dispute. It now advises against all travel to a 50 km zone along …
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Finland and Sweden join EU higher education fair in Manila
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 …
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SWEA Bangkok 25 Years Anniversary Gala
SWEA Bangkok will mark its 25th anniversary with a gala evening on Friday 30 January 2026 at the Sky Ballroom, Skyview Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 24. The event – previously …
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The Nobel Prize ceremonies
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 …
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