Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
A new partnership between SAS and Garuda Indonesia will make it easier to travel between Scandinavia and Indonesia on a single ticket. From the Winter 2026/2027 schedule, passengers flying with …
Flying between Scandinavia and Indonesia now gets easier with new airline deal Read More
A major change could be on the horizon for Swedish oat milk producer Oatly in China. According to media, executives responsible for Oatly’s operations in Greater China are exploring a …
Swedish Oatly may sell China business to local management Read More
Thai-Swedish Chamber of commerce thanks members of the Swedish community in Thailand for gathering in Bangkok this weekend, as the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Swedish National Day …
Swedish community celebrates Midsummer in Bangkok Read More
Representatives from the Swedish Church will visit Hua Hin from 12 to 16 June for baptisms, home visits, hospital visits and meetings with local businesses, the church announced on Facebook. …
Swedish Church representatives to visit Hua Hin in June Read More
A football match became a diplomatic meeting point in Dhaka as diplomats from Norway, Sweden, Malaysia and Vietnam joined colleagues from several other countries for a friendly match against a …
Nordic and Asian diplomats strengthen friendship through football Read More
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani in Mindanao on 8 June, causing widespread destruction across several provinces. At least 37 people have been confirmed dead, hundreds …
Sweden expresses solidarity with the Philippines after deadly Mindanao earthquake Read More
Global trade is under pressure from geopolitical tensions, but new openings are emerging for Nordic companies looking east, according to a webinar hosted by Swedish Trade, Interior Daily reports. Despite …
Sweden looks to Indonesia as trade uncertainty reshapes global markets Read More
Sweden and Cambodia have discussed ways to strengthen economic cooperation, trade and sustainable development during a meeting in Phnom Penh. Cambodia’s Secretary of State for Commerce, Tekreth Kamrang, met with …
Sweden and Cambodia discuss stronger trade and sustainability cooperation Read More
Karlovy Vary turned into a stage for Vietnamese culture, as the Mrs. Ao Dai Europe 2026 finale brought together contestants from across the continent in a vibrant display of tradition …
Vietnamese woman from Finland wins European Ao Dai title in Czech cultural celebration Read More
Multiple countries have launched a new international defence cooperation initiative aimed at protecting critical underwater infrastructure. The “Guiding Principles for Underwater Infrastructure Defence Exchanges” (GUIDE) was launched in Singapore on …
Nordic and Southeast Asian countries join new underwater infrastructure defence initiative Read More
Indonesian authorities in Bali have intensified enforcement against foreign influencers and content creators using tourist visas for commercial activities, leading to dozens of detentions and deportations. The crackdown follows growing …
Paradise island cracks down on foreign influencers working on tourist visa Read More
May seemed to fly by, and June was suddenly around the corner. Perhaps its because I have reached a more respectable age and everything seems to move faster while I …
Summer in the City! Read More
Cannes 2026 appeared quiet for Nordic cinema at first glance, with few standalone films from the region in competition. But Nordic presence was still clearly felt, just in a different …
Nordic co-producers behind Asian films at Cannes 2026 Read More
China Eastern Airlines will launch direct flights between Stockholm and Shanghai on 22 June. The new route will operate three times a week on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays between Stockholm …
China Eastern flies from Stockholm to Shanghai in 2 weeks Read More
Air passengers in Thailand will face stricter rules when travelling with power banks following a series of battery-related fire incidents on commercial flights, Bangkok Post reports. The Civil Aviation Authority …
Thailand introduces stricter rules for power banks on flights Read More
A restructuring by Swedish fashion giant H&M has triggered a debate in Singapore over whether companies are presenting layoffs as new job opportunities. The discussion follows H&M’s decision to move …
H&M restructuring in Singapore triggers debate over hidden layoffs Read More
“Why Sweden?” That was the question posed by H.E. Mrs. Arunrung Phothong Humphreys, Ambassador of Thailand to Sweden, as she opened The Wood Solution Thailand Forum 2026 in Bangkok on …
Thailand and Sweden deepen cooperation on sustainable timber industry at Bangkok forum Read More
Chiang Mai has been named among the world’s top destinations for digital nomads and creators in a new Forbes ranking for 2026. The city was placed alongside global destinations including …
Chiang Mai named top digital nomad destination Read More
A Hong Kong couple involved in a long-running custody battle with Swedish authorities are facing a new challenge involving their newborn son. The couple, identified by the surnames Tsang and …
Hong Kong couple’s newborn faces document dispute as daughter remains in Swedish foster care Read More
A Thai woman accused of defrauding more than 20 people with promises of seasonal work in Sweden has been arrested in Udon Thani after evading authorities for more than four …
Thai woman arrested over alleged Sweden jobs scam after four years on the run Read More
The 6th Sweden–Thailand Sustainable Development Forum brought together government officials, business leaders, academics and sustainability experts in Bangkok on 29 May 2026 to discuss how international cooperation can help Thailand …
Sweden and Thailand strengthen climate cooperation at sustainability forum Read More
From June 1 to 5, the Vietnam-Sweden Children’s Film Week will take place at Ngọc Khánh Cinema on Kim Mã Street in Hanoi. The event is organised by the Vietnam …
Vietnam and Sweden bring children’s cinema together in Hanoi festival Read More
Vietnam has introduced new health quarantine rules for people entering, leaving or transiting through the country, with the measures taking effect from 1 July. Under the new decree, travellers may …
Vietnam introduces new health quarantine rules for travellers Read More
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Shanghai on 29 May, bringing together members to discuss the chamber’s activities and elect its …
Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China to hold annual general meeting in Shanghai Read More
Swedish legaltech company Legora is opening new offices in Singapore and Tokyo as part of its expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. The move follows the opening of the company’s Sydney …
Swedish legaltech firm Legora expands into Singapore and Tokyo Read More
A young man’s death after a tragic traffic accident in Vietnam has given seven other patients a second chance at life. Doctors at Vietnam-Sweden Uong Bi Hospital carried out a …
Tragic loss gives seven patients new hope at Vietnam-Sweden hospital Read More
A 63-year-old Swedish man was found dead inside a condominium in Nonthaburi after neighbours reported disturbing noises and a strong odour coming from the unit, Thai media reports. Police from …
Swedish man found dead in Nonthaburi condominium Read More
It started with a Facebook listing in Moalboal. Johan Blixt came across a post about Backyard Inn, a small hostel in the area that was up for discussion. He contacted …
Tired of the hamster wheel, two Swedes opened a Hostel in the Philippines Read More
A concert by popular Thai folk music group Ponglang Sa-on was temporarily halted in Stockholm after Swedish authorities intervened over safety concerns caused by overcrowding. The performance marked the group’s …
Thai concert in Stockholm halted after overcrowding Read More
Sweden Days Taipei returned on 23 May for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing Swedish brands, culture and sustainability initiatives back to Taiwan. The two-day event at Songshan …
Sweden Days returns to Taipei after pandemic break Read More
More than 100 cyclists from China and the Nordic countries took part in a sustainability-themed cycling event along Shanghai’s Huangpu River on 25 May. The event brought together participants from …
Nordic cyclists join climate-focused ride in Shanghai Read More
Volvo Cars Thailand says a recent fire involving a Volvo XC60 on a Thai motorway did not originate from the vehicle’s high-voltage battery system, according to an initial investigation, Bangkok …
Volvo says latest Thailand vehicle fire was not caused by battery Read More
IKEA Pasay City in the Philippines has been named IKEA Store of the Year 2025, making it one of the few stores globally to receive the recognition. According to IKEA …
IKEA Pasay named world’s best IKEA store Read More
NordCham Vietnam hosted its flagship employer branding conference, Work the Nordic Way 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City on 21 May. The event brought together business leaders, HR professionals, founders …
NordCham Vietnam hosts conference on Nordic workplace culture Read More
Not long ago, I had the pleasure of meeting the newly appointed Executive Director of Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, Amelié Jakobsson – a warm, charming, and beautiful Thai-Swedish woman. Amelié …
Amelié Jakobsson new ED at SWECHAM in Bangkok Read More
Swedish fashion giant H&M has asked employees in Singapore and other East Asian markets to reapply for jobs as part of a wider regional restructuring. The development follows earlier reports, …
H&M staff in Singapore asked to reapply for jobs after regional restructuring Read More
A Swedish man surrendered to police in Phuket after allegedly assaulting an Indian hotel owner in Patong following a dispute over missing money, local media reports. The incident took place …
Swedish man surrenders after assault outside Phuket hotel Read More
Two new battery-related fires involving the Swedish-made Volvo Cars EX30 electric SUV have prompted Thailand’s consumer watchdog to consider civil action against Volvo Thailand and its dealers. The move follows …
Volvo faces pressure in Thailand after new EX30 fires Read More
Senior officials from both countries met on May 18-19 to expand cooperation in areas closely linked to economic development, including clean energy, digital transformation, innovation, and education, Vietnam.vn reports. At …
Vietnam and Sweden push for stronger green and tech cooperation in Hanoi talks Read More
After months of confusion, speculation and mixed signals, Thailand has now made its decision. The Thai cabinet on Tuesday officially agreed to end the country’s 60-day visa-free entry scheme for …
Final verdict: Thailand decides to end 60-day visa-free stays Read More
Danish-born David Tuan Anh Nguyen is NordCham Vietnam’s new Executive Director (ED). Introducing him also allows getting an update on this chamber of commerce’s focus and activities. Vietnam is today …
Strengthening the ‘Nordic Voice’ the highest priority for NordCham Vietnam and its new Executive Director Read More
The European Union has adopted new Schengen visa facilitation rules for Thai nationals living in Thailand, making it easier for frequent travellers to obtain long-term multiple-entry visas for Europe. Under …
EU introduces easier long-term Schengen visas for Thai travellers Read More Swedish fashion retailer H&M has laid off staff in Singapore as the company relocates its South-east Asian headquarters from the city-state to Kuala Lumpur, The Straits Times reports. According to …
Swedish H&M lays off staff in Singapore amid regional restructuring Read More
A Swedish tourist has reported being robbed of more than 100,000 baht in cash during an incident at a condominium in Pattaya in the early hours of 15 May, according …
Swedish tourist reports over 100,000 baht theft after meeting transwomen in Pattaya Read More
Two Swedish nationals have been arrested in Phnom Penh after a violent incident at a convenience store, according to local police, Khmer Times reports. The pair are accused of causing …
Two Swedes arrested after store rampage in Cambodia Read More
The first industrial delegation from the Nordic region organised by the Thailand Board of Investment office in Stockholm, ended its official week-long programme in Thailand yesterday, Friday 15 May 2026. …
BOI Stockholm concludes first Nordic industrial delegation to Thailand Read More
A Swedish man suffered serious head injuries after allegedly being attacked with a knife by his Thai uncle-in-law in Sisaket province following a dispute over dead chicks. The incident reportedly …
Dead chickens led Sisaket man to attack his Swedish in-law Read More
Thai police are investigating after five firearms and 100 rounds of ammunition were discovered inside a storage locker rented by a Swedish national in Patong, Phuket, local media reports. The …
Missing rent led police to Swedish firearm stash Read More
Swedish recycling company Syre has signed a deal with U.S. retail giant Target to supply recycled polyester for clothing and textiles. According to the company, Syre will deliver 70,000 tons …
Swedish firm secures huge U.S. fashion deal: Factory is planned to open in Vietnam Read More
Sweden is stepping deeper into the Philippines with new investments, grants and infrastructure cooperation tied to the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC). The Nordic country this week joined the expanded LEC …
Sweden joins major Philippine infrastructure push Read More