Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
In the early hours of 6 February 2025, an Icelandic tourist sustained injuries after tripping over a road hazard on Pattaya Klang Road in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. …
Icelandic tourist injured in Pattaya due to road hazard, locals call for action Read More
The Danish expatriate community in Thailand was on 5 February 2025 invited to an informative evening titled “Global Danes in Thailand” at the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok. The event, …
Navigating legal rules: Danes in Thailand joined Embassy information evening Read More
Kurt Rasmussen, a well-known Dane living in Northeast Thailand, who is currently hospitalized in Ubon Ratchathani, was close to the scene of a molotov cocktail attack at Det Udom Royal …
Danish man witnessed molotov cocktail attack at Ubon Ratchathani hospital Read More
A Swedish tourist suffered severe injuries in a boat accident off the coast of Thailand on January 15, 2025, Emanuel Eliason, 29, from Lund, Sweden, was traveling near Koh Talu …
Swedish tourist severely injured in Thailand boat accident Read More
A group of tourists, including Swedes, experienced a terrifying moment when their speedboat lost control and crashed into a mangrove forest in Thailand. According to reports, the boat was traveling …
Swedish tourists caught in speedboat crash in Thailand Read More
Swedish actor Kjell Bergqvist, who has lived in Thailand for many years, recently revealed that he is struggling with trauma after a serious accident earlier this year. Speaking to Swedish …
Kjell Bergqvist opens up about traumatic accident in thailand Read More
On 29 January 2025, Thai and Finnish officials met to strengthen labor protections and diplomatic cooperation. Mrs. Krongkanit Rakcharoen, Director-General of Thailand’s Department of European Affairs, welcomed Mr. Jussi Tanner, …
Thailand and Finland discuss labor protection and visa exemptions Read More
The Royal Thai Air Force has defended its decision to procure Saab Gripen fighter jets following criticism over the choice, reports Bangkok Post. The decision to acquire the Swedish-made aircraft …
Thai Air Force defends selection of Gripen fighter jets Read More
Finnish citizens residing abroad will have the opportunity to vote early in Finland’s 2025 regional and municipal elections this spring. Advance voting will take place from April 2 to 5, …
Finnish expats can vote early in 2025 regional elections Read More
Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin, the Danish owned Michelin-starred Thai restaurant at Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, is launching a new menu starting from 1 February 2025. The new menu – …
Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin introduces new ‘Legends of the Lotus’ dining experience Read More
Danes Worldwide invites Danes living in Asia and other Nordic expats with ties to Denmark to join the Danes Worldwide Run 2025 anywhere between April 28 and May 4, 2025. …
Join the Danes Worldwide Run 2025 – wherever you are Read More
The Danish Embassy in Thailand, under the leadership of H.E. Mr. Danny Annan, Ambassador of Denmark to Thailand and Cambodia, recently hosted a pivotal session that marks a significant milestone …
Thailand and Denmark Collaborate to Transform Diabetes Management Read More
This time I will tell you a little about food and restaurants in Bangkok. I have a feeling; I haven’t done anything else than eating lately. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m …
Agneta’s world: Great places to eat in Bangkok Read More
Thailand has officially signed a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), comprising Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The agreement, signed on January 23 during …
Thailand and EFTA Sign First-Ever Free Trade Agreement Read More
It was an exciting moment on Thursday evening in the garden of the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok, as the Ambassadors from Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden personally introduced the …
Nordic Film Festival opens in Bangkok Read More
On January 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM, Mr. Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, President of the Thai National Assembly and Speaker of the House of Representatives, warmly welcomed H.E. Mrs. Anna …
Thai Parliament President meets with Swedish Ambassador Read More
Norwegian customs officials report a dramatic increase in drug smuggling via postal services in 2024. Authorities encountered more attempts to smuggle narcotics and illegal medications than ever before, including shipments …
Surge in drug smuggling to Norway involves Thailand Read More
A Finnish court hears a human trafficking trial involving 62 Thai berry pickers. This case exposes allegations of exploitative labor practices and poor working conditions in Finland’s berry industry. The …
Finnish trial highlights the exploitation of Thai berry pickers Read More
PD House actively seeks to revolutionize home building in Thailand by introducing the innovative Danish “Bubble Deck” technology. This initiative not only marks the company’s first use of Bubble Deck …
PD House introduces Danish “Bubble Deck” technology for homes in Thailand Read More
The Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki has announced the introduction of marriage registration services for all couples, regardless of gender, starting from January 23, 2025. This initiative follows the recent …
Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki offer marriage registration for all couples Read More
Sweden is actively promoting the transformation of Phrae province, Thailand, into a comprehensive sustainable timber city. This initiative leverages the region’s rich natural resources and artisanship in wood production, aiming …
Sweden supports development of Phrae as Thailand’s sustainable wood city Read More
Danes Worldwide, in collaboration with the Danish-Thai Chamber of Commerce (Dancham) and the Royal Danish Embassy in Bangkok, invites Danes in Thailand and others with ties to Denmark to an …
Information Evening on latest rules for Danes in Thailand Read More
Finnish Member of Parliament Tomi Immonen was on Saturday 11 January 2025 escorted off a Finnair flight to Bangkok because the cabin crew believed he was too drunk to fly. …
Finnish politician removed from Finnair flight – “too drunk to fly” Read More
Bente Sustmann passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 64 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Her funeral took place on January 13 at Strøby Church, …
Bente Sustmann has passed away Read More
Elvira Pitzner, a well-known Danish influencer, has sparked controversy after sharing an Instagram post from her vacation in Thailand. The post shows her brushing an elephant’s forehead and trunk with a …
Another Danish influencer criticized for elephant encounter in Thailand Read More
The ScandAsia magazine for January 2025 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online or Fullscreen Subscribe …
ScandAsia Magazine January 2025 Read More
A woman in her 30s was arrested at Oslo’s Gardermoen Airport after authorities found 41.7 kilograms of cannabis in her luggage. She claimed the bags were given to her by …
Woman arrested for smuggling 41.7 kg of cannabis into Norway Read More
H.E. Anna Hammargren, Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, recently visited Tiffany’s Show Pattaya, celebrating its cultural significance and historical ties between Thailand and Sweden. Dr. Darin Phanthusak, Vice President of PTS …
Swedish Ambassador celebrates cultural ties at Tiffany’s Show Pattaya Read More
The Nordic Film Festival returns to Bangkok on January 24-25, 2025, offering a curated selection of films from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Hosted in the garden of the Danish …
Join Nordic Film Festival 2025 in Bangkok! Read More
One Friday afternoon, when the weather had a very pleasant temperature, I decided to go and have a closer look at the latest shopping mall, One Bangkok. I always wonder …
One Friday afternoon Read More
The Thai Defence Ministry has endorsed the Royal Thai Air Force’s (RTAF) decision to purchase Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets over US-made F-16s, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai announced. The 19-billion-baht …
Thai Defence Ministry backs Gripen jets over F-16s Read More
Sigve Brekke will return to Thailand’s telecommunications sector as CEO of CP Group’s Telecommunications and Digital Business Group starting March 1, 2025. Recruited by CP Group CEO Suphachai Chearavanont, Brekke …
Sigve Brekke joins CP Group as Telecom Chief Read More
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen is under fire for remaining on vacation in Thailand while tensions rise over Greenland’s future. As the state of affairs escalates, notable figures from …
Danish FM faces criticism: Thailand vacation amid Greenland tensions Read More
The court in Denmark has placed a 29 year old Thai woman from Odense in remand prison suspected of having brutally murdered another Thai woman who was working at a …
Did she murder another Thai woman in Denmark? Read More
Finland has set a new minimum income limit for residence permits granted to foreign employees, effective January 1, 2025. This updated legislation mandates that individuals arriving in Finland with a …
Finland sets new income requirement for work permits Read More
The Consulate in Hua Hin will become vacant starting January 15, 2025, following the tragic passing of Honorary Consul Vajaravudh Sukseree. Consequently, the consulate cannot provide consular services until a …
Embassy of Sweden announces temporary closure of consulate in Hua Hin Read More
Thai authorities arrested a young couple smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in a 22-wheel truck in Mae Sot district, Tak province. The pair, identified as Surapich, 23, and Waraporn, 21, confessed …
Couple caught smuggling 24 Myanmar immigrants in truck Read More
A tourist boat heading to the island of Koh Talu in Thailand sank on Sunday morning, leaving passengers in shock. Among the 30 onboard were several Swedes, including Marcus, his …
Tourist boat carrying Swedes sinks in Thailand Read More
Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) have swiftly captured nearly 10% of Norway’s new car sales in just five years, according to the latest data from the country’s road federation (OFV) released …
Chinese electric vehicles gain market share in non tariff Norway Read More
A Korean national with Swedish citizenship was arrested on January 2, 2025, following a dramatic 100-kilometer police chase that ended with the theft of a pickup truck. The incident unfolded …
Swedish citizen arrested in Chonburi after car theft Read More
A Norwegian man has reported an unsettling incident involving an assault by a driver linked to a popular ride-hailing app in Phuket. The altercation took place early on December 30, …
Norwegian man attacked by ride-hailing driver in Phuket Read More
A devastating fire at The Ember Hotel near Khao San Road has claimed three lives and left seven people injured, but fortunately, no Scandinavians were among those affected. The tragic …
No Scandinavians were injured in Bangkok hotel fire Read More
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen celebrates New Year’s Eve on the beach in Hua Hin, Thailand, surrounded by people and fireworks. In a video shared on his Instagram, the …
Danish FM celebrates New Year’s in Thailand Read More
A Swedish tourist visiting the famous Phra Prang Sam Yot temple in Lop Buri was bitten on the neck by a macaque on Monday evening, according to Bangkok Post. The …
Swedish tourist bitten by monkey in Lop Buri, Thailand Read More A 29-year-old Thai woman has been charged with murder following a deadly stabbing near Gjern, Denmark. The victim, a 42-year-old woman also of Thai or Laotian origin, was found at …
Thai woman charged with murder after fatal stabbing in Denmark Read More
A 29-year-old Danish man was hospitalized following a stabbing incident in Patong, Phuket, according to Thai media Khaosod. The altercation began late Thursday last week when the Danish man urinated …
Danish man hospitalized after stabbing in Phuket Read More
As the holiday season approaches, many feel the urgency to reconnect with cherished traditions that celebrate love, joy, and togetherness. This year, my boyfriend and I embraced that spirit, ready …
Celebrating Christmas together: A Nordic festivity in Bangkok Read More
A deadly fire swept through The Ember Hotel near Bangkok’s Khao San Road late Friday, leaving at least three foreign tourists feared dead and others injured. The blaze broke out …
Three tourists feared dead in Bangkok hotel fire Read More
First of all, I would like to take the opportunity to say a good continuation. I hope you all have had a merry Christmas and are now getting ready to …
Busy Year End Read More
In a dramatic altercation early on December 21, a mute woman attacked her Norwegian husband outside a convenience store on Jomtien Beach Road, Soi 8, in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung …
Mute wife attacks Norwegian husband in Jomtien Read More