Sweden – digitally yours
“Sweden is a leading IT-country and the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok is right up front, too, when it comes to applying digital means of serving its clients.” That was the …
Sweden – digitally yours Read MoreSAS Economy Extra Named the World’s Best
Scandinavian Airlines’ long-haul premium economy offering, Economy Extra, has been named the world’s best in a new survey by Global Traveler. Over 36,000 frequent travelers participated, of which almost all …
SAS Economy Extra Named the World’s Best Read MoreSwede Wins Property Award in Thailand
On December 6th 2011, thirty months after the actual beginning of the project Mandala in Bang Tao, it was finally recognised by the Thanachart Bank Thailand Property Awards for its …
Swede Wins Property Award in Thailand Read MoreThai Ladyboy Claims Swede Stole Her Valuables
A 27 year old Swedish man from Tumba, who shared a house with a katoey ladyboy in Phuket, has been accused of stealing her belongings when he moved out. The …
Thai Ladyboy Claims Swede Stole Her Valuables Read MoreCarl Bock: A Scientist among Ghosts and White Elephants
In June 1881 the Norwegian explorer and scientist Carl Bock sailed up Chao Phraya River on board the steamship ‘Kongsee’ from Singapore. The ship passed the newly constructed and impressive …
Carl Bock: A Scientist among Ghosts and White Elephants Read MoreFundamental Differences
Scandinavian and Thai people have many things in common, but also some that set us fundamentally apart. The typical European addiction to perfection is one. The equally deep rooted Thai …
Fundamental Differences Read MoreUN Concerned with Thai Lese Majeste Laws
The United Nations human rights office on Friday 9 December called on Thai authorities to reform laws that jail people convicted of insulting senior members of the country’s royal family, …
UN Concerned with Thai Lese Majeste Laws Read MoreNew Swedish School to Open in Hua Hin During 2012
Hua Hin has for a number of years attracted Scandinavian tourists in general and Sweeds in particular. Apart from the traditional charter tourism in Hua Hin an established part of …
New Swedish School to Open in Hua Hin During 2012 Read MoreKing Bhumibol’s Birthday Celebrated in Copenhagen
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s birthday was this year celebrated extravagantly with a festive reception on Monday 5 December 2011 at The Old Stock Exchange in central Copenhagen. H.E. Ambassador Piyawat …
King Bhumibol’s Birthday Celebrated in Copenhagen Read MoreScandAsia Moving Office
ScandAsia has moved its office and busy getting all the office equipment up and working in the new place. The new office is located less than 100 meters down the road …
ScandAsia Moving Office Read MoreVietnam convenes with neighbours on dam project in Laos
Based on the results of a study carried out by Poyry, a Finnish water resource consultancy company leaders of ministries concerned with natural resources and the environment hope to come …
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EURO Crisis for Scandinavian Expats
The EURO is in it´s worst crisis with Greece and Portugal as the worst affected countries close followed by Spain, Italy and Ireland. Some sources suggests a melt down of …
EURO Crisis for Scandinavian Expats Read MoreSwedish journalist hunting bad working conditions in Thailand
Thai firms may need CSR for European ties. Sweden, for one, looks for social responsibility in the companies it does business with. It is widely believed that while big companies …
Swedish journalist hunting bad working conditions in Thailand Read MoreCambodia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam
Maersk Line rationalises Asia-Europe network
In an effort to rationalise and further optimise the network between the Far East and the Indian Subcontinent and North Europe, Maersk Line will be merging the ICON service with …
Maersk Line rationalises Asia-Europe network Read MoreIkea: Selling Swedishly
This fall in Australia, a Sydney-area IKEA store opened an area called “Manland” where husbands and boyfriends could watch television, play table football and Xbox, and eat hotdogs while their …
Ikea: Selling Swedishly Read MoreOwners of 11 Thai massage parlours suspected of human trafficking
Police in the southern Finnish city of Lahti have uncovered what they believe to be an extensive case of human trafficking. Measured by the number of alleged victims, the case …
Owners of 11 Thai massage parlours suspected of human trafficking Read MoreCambodia / China / Finland / Indonesia / Malaysia / Norway / Philippines / Singapore / Sweden / Thailand / Vietnam
Nokia Siemens to lay off 17,000 worldwide
Wireless equipment maker Nokia Siemens Networks will slash 17,000 jobs — almost one-quarter of its work force — in a move to cut annual costs by euro1 billion ($1.35 billion) …
Nokia Siemens to lay off 17,000 worldwide Read MorePerstorp and PTT to create a joint venture
Swedish Perstorp and Thailand PTT Global Chemical intend to create a joint venture for the worldwide production and sales of TDI and aliphatic isocyanates. Perstorp said the venture will include …
Perstorp and PTT to create a joint venture Read MoreFirst International Travel Trade Event in Myanmar
With Myanmar featuring in the international news, and the world watching as the country opens up, the first international travel trade event in Myanmar will be held in the countrys …
First International Travel Trade Event in Myanmar Read MoreSwedish ‘fishing tourist’ found dead near Phuket
The man’s body was found off Racha Yai Island, about 24 kilometers to the south of Phuket. The body of a 63 year old Swedish man was found today floating …
Swedish ‘fishing tourist’ found dead near Phuket Read MoreFinland’s Honorary Consul-General on Phuket Cares for the Tourists
Kata Beach Resort is a very familiar hotel for Scandinavian visitors to Phuket since back when charter tourism first came to the island, situated as it is right on Kata …
Finland’s Honorary Consul-General on Phuket Cares for the Tourists Read MoreScandinavian Development Support: Mangroves for the Future
The Mangroves for the Future initiative (MFF) in Asia is an example of where development aid from Scandinavian countries is allocated and benefiting sustainable development, but is typically unknown to …
Scandinavian Development Support: Mangroves for the Future Read MoreSwedish Christmas bazaar in Bangkok
Svenska Kyrkan, the Church of Sweden in Bangkok is arranging together with Rembrandt Hotel and Scan Deli a very special Christmas bazaar at the pool side, fourth floor of Rembrandt …
Swedish Christmas bazaar in Bangkok Read MoreUN i Stockholm: Safeguard children’s rights worldwide
The United Nations said increasing economic and social disparities pose a threat to children’s rights and much needs to be done to safeguard millions of young people around the world. …
UN i Stockholm: Safeguard children’s rights worldwide Read MoreFinnish resident drowns at swimming pool in Pattaya
A Finnish resident of Pattaya, Mr. Pekka Koponen aged 71, drowned in a communal swimming pool in East Pattaya on Thursday afternoon. Police were called to the Chockchai Garden Homes …
Finnish resident drowns at swimming pool in Pattaya Read MoreDenmark Beats Sweden at Black Lotus in Hua Hin
By Beate Cecilie Stampe Rasmussen–It was with an atmosphere of an unofficial Nordic Soccer Championship between Denmark and Sweden when the two nations met for a friendly match late Friday …
Denmark Beats Sweden at Black Lotus in Hua Hin Read MoreDenmark: Go to Bangkok – but keep informed
Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs removed on Thursday its advice against non-essential travel to Bangkok. The Ministry now only advises travelers to Bangkok to exercise caution and keep themselves informed …
Denmark: Go to Bangkok – but keep informed Read MoreChef Daniel Isberg: Bringing New Dining Adventure to Phuket
Phuket has been endowed with a new restaurant by an adept chef who brings with him his Swedish roots as well as strong influence from the internationally oriented Californian cuisine, …
Chef Daniel Isberg: Bringing New Dining Adventure to Phuket Read MoreTelenor introduces a global Android Market initiative
In Hong Kong today, Telenor and GoogleTM launched a global agreement to stimulate further growth of theAndroidTM ecosystem. Telenor’s Android users will be able to access a carefully selected and …
Telenor introduces a global Android Market initiative Read MoreThai Embassy Raised Donation for Flood Victims
On 6 November 2011, The Royal Thai Embassy in Copenhagen organized the Charity Bazaar for Flood Victims in Thailand. The Embassy successfully raised total donation of 150,520 Danish Krone (850,299 …
Thai Embassy Raised Donation for Flood Victims Read MoreFirst Direct Flight from Copenhagen to Phuket
Thai Airway´s TG 953 from Copenhagen landed at Phuket International Airport on November 12 2011. The flight was Thai International’s first direct flight from Europe to Phuket. Judging from the …
First Direct Flight from Copenhagen to Phuket Read MoreRebuilding Thailand after the floods
The Danish Embassy in Bangkok is planning a joint presentation of Danish companies’ capabilities. Thailand has been hit by some of the worst floods in the last 50 years. There have …
Rebuilding Thailand after the floods Read MoreNorwegian Minister talk about environment in Myanmar
Recently, H.E. Mr. Erik Solheim, Norwegian Minister for the Environment and International Development, visited Myanmar. As the first Western politician, Mr. Erik Solheim met with the President of Myanmar, Mr. …
Norwegian Minister talk about environment in Myanmar Read MoreSweden best in the world at supporting poor countries
According to the American think tank Center for Global Development Swedenis best in the world at helping poor countries. Sweden’s development cooperation is world-class both in terms of quantity and …
Sweden best in the world at supporting poor countries Read MoreSwedes get duped in purchasing Thai property
Residential sales to expats in Pattaya and Phuket plummeted after a Swedish television show alleged that Swedes have been swindled in property purchases. According to the television show, the Swedes …
Swedes get duped in purchasing Thai property Read MoreKristian Bø: Steady As You Go
It’s ten minutes to two on a grey afternoon in September 2011. From my seat in the little old fashioned café on Sukhumvit, I spot my appointment entering the main …
Kristian Bø: Steady As You Go Read MoreSamitivej Cancels Christmas Market 2011
Samitivej Srinakarin has decided to cancel the CHRISTMAS MARKET 2011 due to the unpredictable nature of the current flood situation. The Christmas Market 2011 should have taken place at Samitivej …
Samitivej Cancels Christmas Market 2011 Read MoreFinnish Restaurants Dropping Tuna from Menu
Finnish Sushibar chain recently removed tuna from the menu for ethical reasons: yellowfin tuna is a species that is under threat because of overfishing, according to the online media, Helsingin …
Finnish Restaurants Dropping Tuna from Menu Read MoreTwo Danes Busy Helping Flood Victims
Thailand Direct Flood Relief is founded by two Danes, Bo Kristensen and Jakob Lykkegaard Pedersen, in order to bring supplies of food and water to flood victims. ”The idea started …
Two Danes Busy Helping Flood Victims Read MoreCambodia / China / Denmark / Indonesia / Laos / Malaysia / Philippines / Singapore / Thailand / Vietnam
Maersk Line downgrades
The pressure on the big container business, Maersk Line, now compels the CEO of Denmark’s largest business group to adjust the expectations downwards.The container market is under such a strong …
Maersk Line downgrades Read MoreProlonged Stay in Denmark for Flooded Thais
Thai nationals and others with permanent residence in Thailand, who will soon return to the flooded areas in Thailand after a short visit in Denmark may have prolonged their stay …
Prolonged Stay in Denmark for Flooded Thais Read MoreFinnish Aroma Marketing Firm Smells Success in Thailand
The Finland-based aroma marketing company, KA Aroma Marketing LLC, hopes its new technology will energise Thailand’s printing and packaging industry by stimulating advertising with its low cost, according to Bangkok …
Finnish Aroma Marketing Firm Smells Success in Thailand Read MoreNorwegian dies in suspicious circumstances
A Norwegian was found dead in his Central Pattaya apartment on Sunday and Police believe the death to be suspicious. Just after 3.30pm Police were called to the Niran Grand …
Norwegian dies in suspicious circumstances Read MoreDanes attend meeting regardins flooding situation for business
Meeting regarding the flooding situation in Thailand for businesses participated by the Danish Embassy and members of DTCC, held at the Danish Embassy – 4. November 2011.Ambassadordor Mikael Hemniti Winther …
Danes attend meeting regardins flooding situation for business Read MoreSoft opening of IKEA Bangna
On Thursday, November 3, Ambassador Klas Molin attended the soft opening of the first IKEA store in Thailand. The key event was the 20-million THB donation from IKEA to Mae …
Soft opening of IKEA Bangna Read MoreUPDATED 06.11.2011: Good Websites on the Flooding in Thailand
(Latest revision and update: Friday 04 November 2011)Information for residents about the flooding in Bangkok in English language is not easy to find. Here are a few links. Any reader who …
UPDATED 06.11.2011: Good Websites on the Flooding in Thailand Read MoreReunification rejection highlights cohabitation Catch-22
Immigration Service claimed couple needed residency permits just to qualify for a residency permit. Danish citizen Alwin Göttsche and his Thai girlfriend Urai Chanthipa are fighting for the simple right …
Reunification rejection highlights cohabitation Catch-22 Read MoreMeeting with Danish Companies
A meeting by the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok and the Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce was held Friday morning at the Royal Danish Embassy. The 40 participants were told, that …
Meeting with Danish Companies Read MoreInvitation to Meeting of Flooding Situation For Bussiness
For members of Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce, Private Danish businesses and Danish related businesses, during last two weeks the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok and the Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce …
Invitation to Meeting of Flooding Situation For Bussiness Read MoreFinnish owned paper mill closed after sale to Thailand fails
The Alizay paper mill closes after months of sales negotiations fall through Finnish paper giant M-real has closed its Alizay paper mill in Normandy, France, significantly affecting the European paper …
Finnish owned paper mill closed after sale to Thailand fails Read More