Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
The Nordic Business Awards 2024, hosted by the Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (NordCham), highlighted the achievements of Nordic businesses in the country. The event took place on September …
Nordic Business Awards 2024 celebrate excellence in Vietnam Read More
The Swedish Embassy in Hanoi is organizing a special literary event on October 9, 2024, to celebrate 55 years of diplomatic relations between Sweden and Vietnam. The event, held at …
Swedish Embassy in Hanoi organizes literary event to celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties Read More
The Sweden-Thailand Sustainable Development Forum 2024 took place at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok. This event, part of the Sustainability Expo (SX 2024), marks the fourth year …
Sweden and Thailand reinforce sustainability ties at 2024 forum Read More
The Volvo EX30, a compact electric SUV, will be showcased at Sime Darby Swedish Auto in Ara Damansara on October 5. This marks the model’s debut in Malaysia, offering a …
Volvo EX30 launches in Malaysian Showroom Read More
The Swedish networking and telecommunications company Ericsson, in collaboration with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM), achieved Malaysia’s first 5G-powered live broadcast during the 2024 National Day …
Ericsson achieve Malaysia’s first 5G-powered live broadcast at National Day Parade Read More
Reports have surfaced that 17 individuals in Sweden, including a Stockholm University professor, are linked to a Chinese influence organization known as the United Front. This revelation comes from TV4’s …
Swedish figures allegedly linked to Chinese United Front Read More
Candela, the innovative Swedish company known for its electric-powered boats, has made its official debut in Bangkok, Thailand—often referred to as the “Venice of the East.” Founded in 2014 in …
Swedish electric boat pioneer Candela arrives in Thailand Read More
The EU and China will keep negotiating after the vote on tariffs for China-made electric vehicles, according to Euractiv. The vote on October 4, delayed from September 25, should give …
EU-China talks to continue after electric vehicle tariff vote Read More
The Swedish Military is back on the popular Chinese social media platform TikTok, the Swedish armed forces writes in a press release on their website. There are several reasons why …
Swedish military back on TikTok Read More
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Michaela Friberg-Storey, from Sweden, as the UN Resident Coordinator in Thailand. This role is crucial, as she leads the UN Country Team to …
New Swedish UN Resident Coordinator appointed in Thailand Read More
Last week, Swedish Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, met with Võ Văn Hoan, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, to discuss the 55-year diplomatic relationship between …
Swedish Ambassador visits Ho Chi Minh City to strengthen economic ties Read More
IKEA has partnered with the Mirror Foundation to assist flood victims in Northern Thailand, encouraging customers to donate IKEA furniture to help restore the homes of those affected. On September …
IKEA joins forces with Mirror Foundation to support flood victims in Northern Thailand Read More
Thailand’s Foreign Ministry announced a postponement in the launch of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, originally scheduled for December 2024. This delay does not change the visa-exempt status for …
Thailand postpones ETA launch Read More
Over 200 members of Thai-Nordic Association partied the night away on Saturday 28 September 2024. The long awaited party of the year rolled off without a hitch thanks to meticulous …
Great Crayfish Party in Bangkok Read More
I have to jump back quickly to September. On the 21st of September, a rainy Saturday, SWEA Bangkok was celebrating, that it is now 45 years since SWEA was founded …
Agneta’s world: Welcome October! Read More
I went to visit them all: Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Romania, Belgium—and the list goes on. It was a European tour that most people dream about, yet I was …
Exploring Europe in an hour in Bangkok Read More
Swedish-born Patrik Gustavsson is living the professional dream in Asia. This week, the 23-year-old made his national team debut for Thailand where he scored and assisted against Vietnam. In this …
Swede with goal and assist in national team debut for Thailand: “Feels very good” Read More
Sweden and Singapore is ranked among the top five most innovative economies in the Global Innovation Index 2024, which is an annual ranking of countries by their capacity for, and …
Singapore and Sweden in top five in Global Innovation Index Read More
IKEA is opening smaller, more convenient stores in China to better meet customer needs as the economy slows and competition grows. The company has already started testing these smaller formats …
IKEA expands with smaller stores in China Read More
The European Union is being called upon by a coalition of environmental and human rights groups to classify Sarawak, Malaysia, as “high risk” under its new anti-deforestation law. Organizations like …
EU urged to address Indigenous rights violations in Sarawak under new anti-deforestation law Read More
A recent report by the UN’s special rapporteur reveals troubling connections between Swedish fund manager Länsförsäkringar and the default pension fund AP7, indicating they hold shares in companies supplying military …
Swedish funds linked to Myanmar military junta Read More
Starting December 1, 2024, Thailand will require citizens from 93 visa-free countries, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before their visit. This comes …
Thailand makes ETA mandatory for 93 visa-free nations, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden Read More
The SVT documentary series Veronica and the Chinese Millionaire has gained significant attention among Chinese-speaking audiences after the Canadian YouTube channel M2Story released a Chinese summary of the series. Ray …
Veronica Lin documentary gains massive attention in China Read More
From humble beginnings as a personal gym trainer in Hanoi to setting up a manufacturing plant of bespoke gym equipment in Bangkok, it has been a long and interesting journey …
Fysik: Swedish-Thai designer and producer of bespoke fitness gear Read More
Swedish digital banking company Vilja has expanded into Thailand, marking its entry into the ASEAN market. At a launch event in Bangkok, the company signed partnerships with four local firms …
Swedish company Vilja enters Thailand to drive digital banking innovation Read More
The European Union has extended its support to Myanmar following the devastating floods caused by Typhoon Yagi. In a statement, the EU delegation expressed condolences to those affected and pledged …
EU provides €1.2 million in emergency aid for flood-hit Myanmar Read More
Singapore’s decision to implement flexible work arrangements (FWA) mirrors successful strategies seen in Scandinavian countries, where work-life balance is a key contributor to happiness and productivity. Starting December 1, 2024, …
Singapore adopts flexible work policies inspired by Scandinavian success Read More
In all the countries in Asia and in all the Nordic countries there are many children with a dual nationality whether or not it is legally registered. Imagine if we …
Let’s set up a Nordic-Asian Summer Kids exchange Read More
A Swedish man, identified by the initials SUE, is on trial in Bali. He was arrested on July 31 for receiving 201.28g of hashish, sent by mail from Thailand. Bali’s …
Swede faces 15 years, Thai couple may get death penalty in Bali drug case Read More
Thailand and Sweden are advancing urban agriculture with innovative vertical farming technologies. In Thailand, DiStar Fresh is pioneering a hyper-local farming model, addressing the challenges posed by the tropical climate. …
Thailand and Sweden lead sustainable urban farming revolution Read More
Swedish entrepreneur Michael Baines, founder of The Man That Rescues Dogs Foundation in Thailand, has released his new book “Home. Made.” with 70% of the royalties going towards supporting stray …
70% of royalties from Michael Baines’ new book to support Thai stray dogs Read More
Swedish fashion retailer H&M and Shanghai Fashion Week will launch a new collaborative collection with independent Chinese designer brand Garçon By Garçon, featuring womenswear, menswear, unisex apparel and accessories pieces …
H&M and Shanghai Fashion Week launch collaborative collection Read More
A new police report has uncovered that around 600 criminals, many of them based in countries like Thailand, are driving a large portion of the crime taking place in Sweden. …
People in Thailand control major crime in Sweden Read More
The Embassy of Sweden Section Office in Phnom Penh will be formally closed and cease operations on September 30 2024, the Embassy writes on their Facebook page. This is a …
Swedish Embassy in Phnom Penh closes Read More
Vietnamese tech giant FPT has opened its first office in Stockholm, Sweden, marking a major step into the Nordic market. Located in Lindholmen Science Park, Gothenburg, the office aims to …
Vietnamese FPT opens new office in Sweden Read More
Officials from Thailand’s Labour Ministry visited Thai berry pickers in Munkfors, Sweden, last week to inspect working conditions and ensure fair wages and benefits. Somchai Morakotsriwan, director-general of the Department …
Thai labour ministry inspects conditions of berry pickers in Sweden Read More
The Embassy of Sweden, Denmark, and Norway in Kuala Lumpur will be closed on September 16, 2024, in observance of Malaysia Day. The Royal Norwegian Embassy has extended warm wishes …
Scandinavian embassies in Kuala Lumpur close for Malaysia Day Read More
The Swedish man, Ahmed, who recently revealed how he was cheated out of 300.000 THB in cash by a Thai woman, Kesinee, is now back in Sweden, awaiting the case …
Swedish scam victim back in Sweden while case in Thailand pending Read More
After almost three months in Sweden and two bad colds, I was more than happy to board the Finnair flight and return home to Bangkok. I arrived very early in …
Back in bustling Bangkok and happy to be home. Read More
You can now donate your old bras, underwear, socks and swimwear to the new eco-friendly project “We Want Your Old Bras”. The project, which is a partnership between women’s lingeri …
Donate your old bras and underwear for a good cause Read More
Swedish retail giant IKEA and its sister company Ingka Centres are ramping up their expansion in Asia with two major projects. This month, Ingka Centres, IKEA’s sister company, is opening …
IKEA expands in Asia with new projects in Shanghai Read More
The European Commission has rejected proposals from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers to adjust their prices in an attempt to avoid steep tariffs. The tariffs follow a months-long investigation led …
EU rejects Chinese EV price adjustments, raising trade tensions Read More
Typhoon Yagi has caused significant destruction in northern Vietnam over the past few days. The violent winds and rain have led to landslides, floods, and power outages in several cities. …
Typhoon Yagi: Videos show destructions in Vietnam, while death toll rises to 226 Read More
The Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island, Philippines, is causing significant travel disruptions as its eruption threat escalates. As alarms were raised by experts, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology …
Philippines evacuates tourists and locals as Kanlaon Volcano threat grows Read More
On September 10, 2024, Sweden made significant changes to its government. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced Maria Malmer Stenergard as the new Minister for Foreign Affairs and Benjamin Dousa as …
Sweden appoints new foreign affairs and trade ministers Read More
The Swedish and Danish embassies in Bangkok have announced the return of the European Languages Café 2024 on their Facebook page. The event will be held on September 26 at …
European Languages Café returns to Bangkok on September 26 Read More
China now grants Norwegian citizens visa-free entry for up to 15 days. Norway’s Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, announced the new policy after his meeting with China’s leader, Xi Jinping, …
China boost tourism: Norway 15 days visa-free entry and 144-hours visa-free stays for other countries Read More
The Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish ambassadors in Vietnam stress the importance of a more including future for LGBTIQ+-people in Vietnam, during this years Hanoi Pride. “Let’s gather and celebrate …
Nordic ambassadors in support of Hanoi Pride Read More
Several Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are moving production to Europe. This is in response to the European Union’s increased import tariffs on EVs made in China. The EU’s new …
Chinese EV manufacturers shift production to Europe in response to EU tariffs Read More
The prices of blueberry and lingonberry jam may soon increase, as fewer berry pickers have been in the Swedish forests this year. Many berry pickers come from Thailand, but this …
Sweden: Fewer Thai berry pickers causes rise in jam prices Read More