Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
In downtown Phnom Penh, right by the royal palace, one will find a true case study of symbiotic entrepreneurship. A café, a gym, and Phnom Penh’s main supplier of martial …
Matias makes martial arts equipment in Cambodia Read More
The Taipei Representative Office in Sweden, led by Ambassador Risheng Gu and his wife, hosted a National Day dinner in Oslo on 25 September to celebrate Taiwan’s 114th National Day. …
Taiwan marks 114th National Day with reception in Oslo Read More
A Report from China Daily shows Sweden among the destinations experiencing a sharp rise in Chinese bookings during China’s upcoming National Day Golden Week holiday, according to Beijing-based online travel …
Sweden sees surge in Chinese travellers during Golden Week Read More
Chinese battery giant CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited) is sending 2,000 workers to Europe to construct a €4 billion electric vehicle battery plant with Stellantis, the Financial Times reports. …
China’s battery push in Europe raises questions after Sweden’s Northvolt collapse Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok, Business Sweden, and the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce will host the “Swedish-Thai Sustainable Sustainability Talk Stage and Networking Reception” on 2 October 2025 at …
Swedish leaders to speak on circular future at Bangkok Sustainability Expo Read More
On 26 September 2025, Sweden’s first, and to date only, astronaut, Dr. Christer Fuglesang, visited Thailand for a day dedicated to space diplomacy, science dialogue, and academic collaboration. The visit …
Sweden’s first astronaut visits Thailand for space diplomacy and academic exchange Read More
Two Swedish shipping companies have recently expanded their fleets with new hybrid vessels built at Asian shipyards. The deliveries highlight growing Nordic–Asian cooperation in sustainable maritime transport. Stena Line has …
Swedish shipping companies take delivery of new hybrid vessels from Asia Read More
รับสมัครผู้ช่วยผู้จัดการฝ่ายขายและการตลาด (Sales & Marketing Assistant) – ประสานงานกับลูกค้าไทยและต่างประเทศ ทั้งทางอีเมลและโทรศัพท์ – จัดการจองพื้นที่โฆษณา ประสานงานกับทีมกราฟิกและกองบรรณาธิการ – จัดการสิ่งพิมพ์ และช่วยเตรียมรายงานหลังการตีพิมพ์ คุณสมบัติ: สัญชาติไทย เพศหญิง อายุ 22-35 ปี สื่อสารภาษาอังกฤษและไทยได้ (พูดและเขียน) มีความละเอียดรอบคอบ จัดการงานได้ดี ถ้ามีพื้นฐานด้านสื่อ การตลาด หรือออกแบบ (เช่น InDesign, Photoshop, …
Scandinavian Publishing seeks new Assistant to Sales & Marketing Director Read More
NordCham Vietnam has announced that the Nordic Business Awards 2025 is taking place this week, bringing together the Nordic business community in Vietnam for an evening of celebration and recognition. …
Nordic Business Awards 2025 to be held in Vietnam Read More
In a China Daily interview, Hussein Askary, vice-chairman of the Belt and Road Institute in Sweden, praised Xinjiang’s transformation from a remote border area into a major logistics hub under …
Swedish scholar hails Xinjiang as Belt & Road gateway — sidesteps human rights issue Read More
IKEA Malaysia has announced that all its restaurants, cafes, and bistros nationwide are now officially certified halal by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim). The certification follows nearly three …
IKEA Malaysia outlets receive full halal certification Read More
According to the South China Morning Post, recent uncertainty over the U.S. H-1B visa program has led many Chinese professionals to consider leaving the United States for Europe. Confusion followed …
Chinese professionals eye Europe as US visa uncertainty grows Read More
AstraZeneca Philippines has inaugurated its new headquarters in Bonifacio Global City in Manila as the Swedish-British healthcare company marks 50 years of operations in the country. The company currently employs …
AstraZeneca opens new headquarters in Manila Read More
On 17 September, GEODIS hosted a site visit for representatives from the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (SweCham), alongside delegations from the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce (FTCC) and the Netherlands-Thai Chamber …
Thai-Swedish Chamber joins European delegation visit to Laem Chabang Port Read More
Sweden has introduced a new global first by positioning itself as the world’s first travel destination that can be prescribed by doctors to improve health and wellbeing. The initiative, developed …
Sweden launches travel prescription concept for health and wellbeing Read More
The Port of Gothenburg has signed a cooperation agreement with Long An International Port in Vietnam, marking a new step in strengthening trade and logistics ties between Sweden and Vietnam. …
Port of Gothenburg signs logistics agreement with Vietnam’s Long An International Port Read More
Nordic ambassadors from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden recently visited the Bangsamoro region in the southern Philippines to strengthen cooperation with local partners and reaffirm their commitment to peacebuilding. The …
Nordic ambassadors reaffirm peace support in Bangsamoro Read More
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries worldwide, but experts at the Nobel Prize Exhibition and Dialogue 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City stressed that rapid innovation must be aligned with …
Experts highlight ethical oversight in AI at Nobel Prize Dialogue in Vietnam Read More
The 2025 CEOWORLD Health Care Index places Taiwan first in the world, highlighting Asia’s growing leadership in healthcare, while several Nordic countries also secure top positions. Taiwan ranks highest with …
Taiwan tops 2025 global healthcare ranking as Nordic countries secure strong positions Read More
From Saturday 8 November 2025, individuals in Thailand can face fines of up to 10,000 baht if they drink alcohol in licensed venues outside permitted hours. The Department of Provincial …
Thailand introduces fines for late-night drinking Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok marked World Cleanup Day on Saturday 20 September 2025, underlining its role in a citywide effort to tackle mismanaged waste and promote sustainable urban …
Sweden highlights World Cleanup Day in Bangkok Read More
The ambassadors of Denmark, Finland, Sweden and Norway jointly visited Cotabato City and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 September 2025. It …
Nordic ambassadors visit Bangsamoro to support peace process Read More
On Monday 15 September 2025, the Royal Thai Embassy in Stockholm held a certificate presentation ceremony for ethical Nuad Thai business, recognising 85 Thai massage establishments for meeting professional standards. …
Thai massage businesses in Sweden certified under ThaiWISE project Read More
Swedish design took centre stage in Singapore this week as IKEA unveiled a new collaboration with Stockholm-based designer Gustaf Westman. The launch, held at New Bahru, featured an exclusive media …
IKEA and Gustaf Westman launch colourful design pop-up in Singapore Read More
Sweden, Finland and Denmark are among the world’s top ten most innovative economies in 2025, according to the latest Global Innovation Index published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). …
Three Nordic and three Asian countries ranked among world’s most innovative economies Read More
Swedish-Swiss technology company ABB has been awarded a contract by South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean to supply a complete electric power and propulsion system for Singapore’s first floating liquefied natural gas …
ABB to equip Singapore’s first floating LNG terminal Read More
Gothenburg-based foodtech company SMAQO has raised new funding to scale production and launch its first consumer products, with backing from Singapore’s Good Startup (Good Protein Fund). The round also saw …
Swedish foodtech SMAQO secures Singapore backing for global expansion Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Vietnam and RMIT University co-hosted the Nobel Prize Dialogue and Exhibition 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City on Monday 15 September, highlighting both the global …
Vietnam explores Nobel aspirations with Swedish dialogue Read More
Swedish outdoor brand Haglöfs has made a comeback to the Chinese market with the opening of its first brand store at Kerry Parkside in Pudong, Shanghai. The launch took place …
Swedish outdoor brand Haglöfs returns to China with new Shanghai store Read More
On September 13th the WE-WOMEN NETWORK invited to a panel discussion with the topic “Beyond Gender: Co-Creating a World of Gender Equality and Mutualism” at Radisson Blue Sukhumvit. The panel …
Co-Creating a World of Gender Equality and Mutualism Read More
The Swedish Club has entered into a strategic partnership with Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance Company, part of Ping An Group, to strengthen its presence in the Chinese market. …
Swedish Club signs strategic partnership with Ping An in China Read More
Swedish furniture retailer IKEA is lowering prices in Thailand and expanding into new business services after a year of sluggish sales. Leonie Hoskin, retail manager of IKEA Thailand and Vietnam, …
IKEA cuts prices and expands services in Thailand Read More
Sweden is stepping up its support for sustainable transport in the Philippines. At the 2025 Transportation Forum, held on Thursday 11 September at The Westin Manila, Swedfund announced new studies …
Sweden promotes greener buses and safer roads in the Philippines Read More
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has concluded a high-level visit to Sweden, deepening academic and research partnerships with some of the country’s leading institutions. The initiative …
Hong Kong and Sweden strengthen innovation ties Read More
From coming to Bangkok as backpacker and falling in love with the City of Angels, to now being the manager of world-renowned Khao San Road’s most internationally recognised nightclub, Tony …
Nightclub manager Tony Karlsson returns to where the Thailand adventure started, reaching new heights on Khao San Road Read More
Sweden will phase out its development cooperation with Myanmar by 30 June 2026, according to a government announcement on 11 September 2025. The decision is part of a broader shift …
Sweden to phase out development aid to Myanmar by 2026 Read More
Swedish telecom company Ericsson has inaugurated a new office in Hanoi, strengthening its 32-year presence in Vietnam and reaffirming its role in the country’s digital transformation. “The opening of our …
Ericsson opens new office in Hanoi to support Vietnam’s digital journey Read More
My September began on a sad note with the loss of my mother. She reached the age of 94, a quite noble age, which she herself considered good years. Even …
A tough start of September month Read More
Swedish director Bo Öhlén has received the insignia “For the Cause of Culture, Sports and Tourism” from the Vietnamese Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism in recognition of his contributions …
Swedish filmmaker honoured by Vietnam for cultural contributions Read More
H&M has reopened its original flagship store in Shanghai with a new concept called House of H&M, marking the Swedish retailer’s comeback to one of China’s most important shopping streets. …
H&M reopens first China flagship with new concept Read More
IKEA Philippines is introducing a classic Swedish tradition to Manila with its new Crayfish Buffet Party, held every Friday evening at the brand’s Swedish restaurant in Pasay City. According to …
IKEA Philippines brings Swedish crayfish tradition to Manila Read More
The Philippines and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen cooperation in civil defense and security during the Seoul Defense Dialogue 2025 in South Korea. On Monday 8 September, Philippine …
Philippines and Sweden strengthen civil defense cooperation Read More
The Sweden Pavilion will showcase Nordic leadership in sustainability at ASEAN’s largest green exhibition, Sustainability Expo 2025 (SX 2025), held from 26 September to 5 October at the Queen Sirikit …
Sweden Pavilion highlights circular future at ASEAN’s Sustainability Expo 2025 Read More
IKEA China will invest 160 million yuan during its 2026 fiscal year as part of a renewed focus on growth in the Chinese market. The Swedish home-furnishing group says the …
IKEA to expand investment in China Read More
Hanoi Pride 2025 officially opened on 7 September under the theme “From Longing to Belonging.” The festival runs until 27 September and features a series of events celebrating diversity, resilience …
Nordic embassies support Hanoi Pride 2025 Read More
SWEA Bangkok will mark its 25th anniversary with a gala evening on Friday 10 October at the Sky Ballroom, Skyview Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 24. The event celebrates the Swedish …
SWEA Bangkok celebrates 25 years with anniversary gala Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok hosted the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson and Thailand’s Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa). The agreement aims …
Sweden and Thailand sign MoU on digital cooperation Read More
Laos has launched a new digital entry and exit form that took effect on 1 September 2025. The system is designed to modernize border control, improve security, and streamline the …
Laos introduces digital immigration form for foreign travelers Read More
Volvo Cars is restructuring its business in China and the wider Asia–Pacific region in an effort to adapt to slowing sales and growing competition from domestic manufacturers. The Swedish carmaker, …
Volvo reorganises in China amid sales decline Read More
The Swedish Embassy in the Philippines has announced that in collaboration with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), it will host the inaugural Transportation Forum: Connecting the …
Swedish Embassy in the Philippines to host Transportation Forum on sustainable mobility Read More