Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
NordCham Vietnam has introduced a new SME Member Marketing Programme aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, which are described as the engine of Vietnam’s economy. You can register here. …
NordCham Vietnam launches marketing programme for SMEs Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok has announced that the Woodlife Sweden exhibition will open in Phrae Province on Friday 15 August 2025. The exhibition will be held at the …
Woodlife Sweden exhibition to open in Phrae Province on 15 August Read More
Nordic media outlets have reported on the recent armed clashes between Thailand and Cambodia along their shared border, relying largely on international news agency sources such as Reuters. While most …
Nordic media report on Thai-Cambodian border clashes with limited background Read More
Fotograf Evelina Ytterbom (www.evelinaytterbom.com) The Embassy of Sweden in Hanoi is inviting Vietnamese students to strengthen their academic writing in English by enrolling in a free online course offered by …
Swedish Embassy in Hanoi promotes free Lund University writing course Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Manila has issued a weather advisory urging Swedish citizens in the Philippines to stay updated on local weather developments due to current rough conditions and …
Swedish embassy in Manila issues weather advisory for citizens in the Philippines Read More
Since 2009, ScandAsia has published 364 ScandAsia publications on Issuu, plus 13 editions of Thailand Expat Guide and 49 issues of Thai-Danish Trade News publishhed for the Danish Thai Cham …
ScandAsia migrating digital archive of the Nordic history in Asia Read More
Thai police are searching for a woman seen on security footage entering the condominium of a Swedish man found dead in South Pattaya on Thursday 17 July 2025. The man, …
Swedish man found dead in Pattaya condo – police seek woman seen on CCTV Read More
Indonesia and the European Union have reached a political agreement to finalise their long-awaited free trade deal, the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), by September 2025. The breakthrough was announced …
Indonesia and EU edge closer to trade pact under pressure from US tariffs Read More
Thailand Expat Guide 2025 is now published. The book is the latest in a series of Thailand Expat Guides published by Scandinavian Publishing since 2013. If you want to buy …
Thailand Expat Guide 2025 Read More
An article by Thai business platform ลงทุนแมน, recently shared by the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, sheds light on what drives the international success of Nordic companies—despite their countries’ small populations …
Why Nordic companies go global from day one Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (NordCham) will host its annual Nordic-Philippine Business Awards on Wednesday 6 August 2025, bringing together partners and leaders to celebrate innovation and …
Nordic-Philippine Business Awards to spotlight excellence and new leadership Read More
Business Today Malaysia on Saturday 12 July 2025 published an exclusive interview with Sweden’s Ambassador to Malaysia, His Excellency Niklas Wiberg. While the ambassador did not announce any new agreements …
Swedish ambassador to Malaysia featured in Business Today interview Read More
US President Donald Trump issued on Saturday 12 July 2025 letters — posted on Truth Social and other channels — informing the European Union that a 30 percent tariff will be imposed on their …
Nordic leaders slam Trump’s new 30 percent EU tariff threat Read More
Team Sweden will once again host a national pavilion at ReThink HK, Hong Kong’s leading sustainability conference and expo, taking place on 11–12 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention …
Sweden to showcase sustainability innovations at ReThink HK 2025 Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has announced that its annual Crayfish Party, co-hosted with SwedCham, will take place on Thursday 19 September 2025. The event promises an …
FinnCham and SwedCham to host annual Crayfish Party in Hong Kong Read More
The Finnish, Swedish and Danish chambers of commerce in Hong Kong are teaming up for a casual Nordic Summer Picnic on Wednesday 23 July 2025. The relaxed get-together will take …
Nordic chambers invite to summer picnic in Hong Kong Read More
A Team Sweden delegation led by Ambassador Anna Ferry and Trade Commissioner Johan Lennefalk visited Tetra Pak Philippines this week to explore the company’s role in advancing food security and …
Swedish delegation visits Tetra Pak Philippines to discuss sustainable packaging Read More
Thailand has been ranked the safest holiday destination in the world, according to a new analysis by UK-based long-haul travel specialists Travelbag. The ranking is based on safety perceptions and …
Thailand ranked safest holiday destination in the world – Singapore leads in ASEAN Read More
Norse Atlantic Airways has announced direct flights from both Oslo and Stockholm to Phuket, Thailand, starting this December. The Norwegian long-haul low-cost airline will operate one weekly flight from each …
Norse Atlantic to launch direct flights from Oslo and Stockholm to Phuket Read More
Swedish Muay Thai fighter Johanna Persson will make her promotional debut in ONE Championship on Friday 11 July 2025, headlining ONE Fight Night 33 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok. In …
Sweden’s Johanna Persson to challenge for ONE Muay Thai World Title in Bangkok Read More
A 41-year-old Swedish man and a 32-year-old Thai woman were arrested in Phuket on Saturday 6 July 2025 for allegedly dealing cocaine, according to a statement from Patong Police and …
Swedish man and Thai woman arrested for cocaine dealing in Phuket Read More Norwegian low-cost carrier Norse Atlantic Airways will launch a new weekly non-stop service between Manchester and Bangkok starting Wednesday 26 November 2025. The route, operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, …
Norse Atlantic to launch first-ever non-stop Manchester–Bangkok route Read More
What is a “KULTURSOMMARJOBB”? Kultursommarjobb (litterally: “Culture Summer Job”)is a summer job within the cultural sector, mainly aimed at young people aged 16 to 20, and organized by many municipalities …
An idea for countries in Asia? Read More
The province of Bataan in the Philippines is stepping up its cancer care services through a growing partnership with Sweden, under a health cooperation agreement signed in October 2024. The …
Sweden supports cancer care upgrade in Bataan, Philippines Read More
Swedish packaging giant Tetra Pak has inaugurated a major expansion of its aseptic packaging plant in Ho Chi Minh City, increasing total investment in the facility to EUR217 million. The …
Tetra Pak expands packaging plant in Vietnam with EUR217 million investment Read More
Only 89 Thai berry pickers have been granted permits to work in Sweden this season—down from more than 5,000 two years ago. The drastic cut has sparked alarm within Sweden’s …
Thai berry pickers protest in Bangkok as Sweden slashes seasonal visas Read More
For the 13th consecutive year, Sundsvall in northern Sweden is hosting the Thai Festival – a celebration of Thai culture through food, performances, and sports. The event takes place from …
Thai festival brings authentic food and culture to Sundsvall Read More
As a Swede with over two decades spent in China, Catarina Lilliehöök’s debut novel The Spirit Dragon’s Keeper, offers a breathtaking start on her epic vision The Polar Saga. By …
Catarina Lilliehöök’s debut novel The Spirit Dragon’s Keeper Read More
The Thai-Nordic Association has officially opened registration for its annual Crayfish Party, which will take place on Saturday 20 September 2025 at The Landmark Ballroom in Bangkok. Known for …
Thai-Nordic Crayfish Party returns on 20 September with early bird rates now open Read More
Sweden and Thailand—both fascinating countries, yet so different from each other. When the hot and humid months of March, April, and May arrive in Thailand, I always start longing for …
From tuk-tuks to trams: a summer homecoming Read More
Starting October 2025, the EU will roll out a new Entry/Exit System (EES) at all entry points to the EU which will replace the current manual passport stamping when travellers …
Europe rolls out new entry rules for Asian travellers Read More
A massive cross-border investigation led by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) has uncovered a sprawling criminal network that used fraudulent Chinese imports to evade customs duties and VAT across …
Danish companies involved in €700 million Chinese import fraud across EU Read More
A 39-year-old Swedish man has been arrested in Pattaya in connection with a series of fraud cases stretching over more than three years, according to Thai immigration authorities. The man, …
Swedish man arrested in Pattaya for serial fraud Read More
Vietnam recorded a significant increase in tourist arrivals from the Nordic countries in the first five months of 2025, according to new figures from the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism. …
Nordic visitor numbers to Vietnam surge in early 2025 Read More
A delegation of Nordic companies, including prominent names in retail, logistics, and sustainable production, will take part in the Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 event from 4 to 6 September in …
Nordic retailers and logistics firms to attend Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 Read More
Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd. (TPC), the operator of the Thailand Privilege Card membership program under the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), has received the ESQR’s Quality Choice Prize 2025. …
Thailand Privilege Card wins quality award in Stockholm Read More
A Swedish man narrowly escaped death after he was accidentally run over while lying unconscious in a car park in Pattaya early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. …
Swedish tourist survives after being run over in Pattaya car park Read More
European companies are being “taken hostage” in the escalating trade tensions between China and the United States, warns Jens Eskelund, Managing Director of Maersk China and President of the EU …
Maersk China chief: EU companies are ‘hostage’ in US-China trade conflict Read More
The Nordic Embassies in the Philippines recently hosted a debriefing session for representatives from the Pasig City Government, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and the Department of …
Nordic Embassies share circular economy insights with Philippine leaders Read More
From 1 September 2025, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok will no longer issue several certificates that many Swedes in Thailand have previously relied on for administrative purposes. The embassy …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok to stop issuing seven types of certificates Read More
Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính paid an official visit to Sweden from 11 to 13 June 2025. The visit included meetings with Swedish government leaders, members of the royal …
Vietnamese Prime Minister’s busy visit to Sweden Read More
The newly launched Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship aims to empower women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by enhancing their participation, leadership, and performance in these critical fields. Katrina …
Katrina’s Journey to Space Starts in Sweden Read More
For the first time in Bangkok, the famous annual “Fete de la Musique” or “World Music Day” was celebrated on Saturday June 14th 2025. This music festival is celebrated on …
Music is the World! Read More
The much-loved Danish Christmas Bazaar will once again take place in Bangkok, bringing Danish holiday traditions to the heart of the Thai capital. This year’s bazaar will be held on …
The Danish Christmas Bazaar returns on 6 December 2025 Read More
Representatives from the Nordic chambers of commerce in Malaysia recently held a high-level dialogue with the Prime Minister’s Office to explore strategic collaboration in support of Malaysia’s economic transformation. The …
Nordic business leaders meet Malaysian PM’s office Read More
The Thai-Finnish Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Nordic Midsummer Mingle on Friday 20 June 2025 at the Brewski Rooftop Bar, Radisson Blu Plaza in Bangkok. The informal event is …
Nordic chambers invited to Midsummer mingle in Bangkok Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is inviting members and friends to a joint Midsummer celebration with SwedCham on Friday 20 June 2025. This special edition of FinnCham’s …
FinnCham and SwedCham team up for Midsummer rooftop celebration in Hong Kong Read More
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok has issued a warning about fraudulent job advertisements circulating on TikTok, where individuals are being misled into paying money for supposed work opportunities as …
Swedish Embassy in Bangkok warns of berry-picking job scam on TikTok Read More
The Thai-Nordic Golf Section invites golfers to the grand finale of its tournament season—the TNA Royal Cup 2025—taking place on Saturday 21 June 2025 at the Royal Golf & Country …
TNA Royal Cup 2025 tees off 21 June Read More
The embassies of Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden in Bangkok proudly took part in this year’s Bangkok Pride celebrations, marking a significant moment for LGBTI rights in the region. In …
Nordic embassies joined Bangkok Pride celebrations Read More