Agneta’s world: Welcome October!
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 …
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Live “Without Boundary” and experience Peter Ringgaard’s exhibition in Bangkok
Wooden sculptures, vibrant colors, and bold contrasts greet visitors at AP Space 86 in Bangkok, where Danish artist Peter Ringgaard’s exhibition “Without Boundary” is showcased until October 28. A faceless …
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Exploring Europe in an hour in Bangkok
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 …
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Swede with goal and assist in national team debut for Thailand: “Feels very good”
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 …
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Two sisters founded project to empower deaf people in Bangkok
Two Thai-Danish sisters Anika Jagota (16) and Annetta Jagota (14) recently founded an outreach project, which they have named the Rock Bottom Project. Their mission is to empower deaf individuals …
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Thailand hosts foreign ministerial meeting on health promotion
On September 26, Pinsuda Jayanama, Director-General of the Department of International Organizations, was designated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs to chair the foreign ministerial meeting of the Foreign Policy …
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Danish government considers medication imports from Asia, including Thailand and China
The Danish government’s controversial proposal to allow the import of medication from several Asian countries, such as Thailand, India, and China, has stirred a significant debate that reaches beyond Danish …
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ASEAN and Finland forge new ties through Malaysian Embassy initiative
Photo: Facebookpage of the Malaysian Embassy HelsinkiThe Malaysian Embassy in Helsinki, currently chairing the ASEAN Helsinki Committee for 2024, has taken steps to strengthen ties between Southeast Asia and Scandinavia. …
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Seamen’s church in Pattaya invites youth to confirmation classes
The Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Pattaya is welcoming Norwegian youth to sign up for confirmation classes, offering a mix of online lessons and in-person meetings when possible. The confirmation ceremony …
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Thailand’s king legalizes same sex marriage
Thailand’s landmark marriage equality bill has been signed into law by king Maha Vajiralongkorn on Spetember 24. This makes Thailand the third country in Asia to legalize same sex marriages …
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Thailand makes ETA mandatory for 93 visa-free nations, including Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden
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 …
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Meet Bangkok’s new Danish pastor with a one-way ticket!
In the heart of Bangkok, the new Danish pastor is ready to step into an important role for the Danish community in Thailand. Nicolaj Stubbe Hørlyck and his wife, Anna, …
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Fysik: Swedish-Thai designer and producer of bespoke fitness gear
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 …
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Finnish man dies after crashing his car into a house pillar
A 70-year-old Finnish man died after crashing his car into a house pillar in Nong Tat Subdistrict, Buriram Province, on September 18, at 4:00 PM. The Buriram City Police and …
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Thailand considers reintroducing 300-baht tourism tax for international travellers
Thailand’s new Tourism Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, is exploring the reintroduction of a 300-baht tourism tax for international visitors, aiming to boost tourism revenue to at least 3 trillion baht this …
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Swedish company Vilja enters Thailand to drive digital banking innovation
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 …
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Adoption seekers to sue Norwegian state over halt in foreign adoptions
A group of around 60 prospective adoptive parents is preparing a lawsuit against the Norwegian state after the Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs (Bufdir) suspended adoptions from several …
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Danny Annan: The New Danish Ambassador to Thailand and Cambodia
Danny Annan is the newly appointed Danish Ambassador to Thailand and Cambodia. During his posting, he will be joined by his wife, Carinne, and two of his children, Markus and …
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Danish Pain Patch approved in Malaysia
CS MEDICA A/S, a Danish MedTech specializing in pain management, autoimmune diseases, and stress-related disorders, has reached what the company would call a milestone with their Cannasen Pain Patch being …
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Let’s set up a Nordic-Asian Summer Kids exchange
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 …
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Swede faces 15 years, Thai couple may get death penalty in Bali drug case
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 …
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Thailand and Sweden lead sustainable urban farming revolution
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. …
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70% of royalties from Michael Baines’ new book to support Thai stray dogs
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 …
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People in Thailand control major crime in Sweden
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. …
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Thai labour ministry inspects conditions of berry pickers in Sweden
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 …
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Swedish scam victim back in Sweden while case in Thailand pending
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 …
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Back in bustling Bangkok and happy to be home.
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 …
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Donate your old bras and underwear for a good cause
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 …
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Game, Set and Match! Bangkok Patana gets ITF Certified Tennis Courts
Bangkok Patana School has just served up something special: new ITF (International Tennis Federation) certified tennis courts. This makes Bangkok Patana School only the second facility in Thailand to receive …
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Danish National Liaison Office in Thailand closes as Carsten Andersen departs
The Danish National Liaison Office (NLO) in Thailand has officially closed, marking the end of Denmark’s long-standing police presence in the country. The office, which had supported efforts against corruption, …
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Norwegian man in ICU; Thai bus company faces scrutiny.
On August 26, 2024, 71-year-old Norwegian Wiggo Marthinsen sustained severe injuries when an automatic door at a well-known bus company abruptly closed, causing him to fall and fracture his hip. …
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Finnair expands flights to Thailand, boosting connectivity to Phuket
Finnair is expanding its winter flight schedule to Asia, offering more options for European travellers seeking warm-weather destinations. Starting November 2, the airline will increase its flights from Helsinki to …
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ScandAsia Magazine September 2024
The ScandAsia magazine for September 2024 is out now. To download the issue as pdf file: Click Here You can also read the magazine online here: Read Online Subscribe to ScandAsia …
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European Languages Café returns to Bangkok on September 26
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 …
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International Literacy Day breaking taboos in Thailand
Yesterday marked International Literacy Day, an event recognized by UNESCO to emphasize the role of literacy in personal development and societal participation. Literacy plays a crucial role in accessing knowledge …
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Sweden: Fewer Thai berry pickers causes rise in jam prices
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 …
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Danish furniture store Jysk closes in Thailand
Danish furniture company Jysk is closing its stores in Thailand after nearly six years due to challenges in retaining its customer base following Covid-19. “It was the franchisee, Boonthavorn Group, …
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Swedish man scammed by Thai woman promising marriage, loses over 300,000 baht
A 42-year-old Swedish man named Ahmet is seeking justice after being scammed by a Thai woman who promised him marriage, only to discover she was already married. Ahmet sought help …
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Swedish Saab aims for new order of gripen fighters from Philippines
Swedish company Saab, whose Gripen Fighter jets recently were chosen to modernize the Royal Thai Air Force, is turning its attention to the Philippines. The Philippines is seeking to strengthen …
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Blekinge Chairman chooses Thai luxury hospital amid implementing a cost-saving plan for Region Blekinge
Robert Lindén, the chairman of Region Blekinge and a member of the Sweden Democrats (SD), has chosen to receive medical care at a luxury hospital in Thailand rather than using …
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Finnish berry execs on trial for human trafficking, court expects 6-month proceedings
The trial of Vernu Vasunta, CEO of the Finnish berry company Kiantama, and his Thai business partner, Kalyakorn “Durian” Phongpit, commenced in Lapland District Court on Tuesday. The pair stands …
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Bangchak’s expansion fueled by investments in Norway’s Okea ASA
Bangchak Corporation Plc, a leading Thai energy conglomerate, is committing 120 billion baht to expand its business operations, with a significant focus on the upstream petroleum sector. Central to this …
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Pregnant woman in Denmark lost unborn child after Zika infection in Thailand
A pregnant woman in Denmark has lost her unborn child after contracting the Zika virus during a trip to Thailand early in her pregnancy. The case, confirmed by the Statens …
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Dusit Hotels and Resorts and Generatorand Freehand Hotels in partnership to boost global expansion in new markets
A new strategic partnership has been made between Generator and Freehand Hotels, an award-winning developer and operator of experiential hostels and boutique hotels in Europe and the USA, and Dusit …
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Karaoke World Championships draws global attention to Turku
The city of Turku is set to host the Karaoke World Championships from October 7-12, attracting participants from over 30 countries. The event, which has been held annually since 2003, …
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Intensified rainfall puts key monitoring stations on alert
In a press release Mekong River Commission Secretariat warns about high water levels. Persistent and heavy rainfall in northern Thailand and Lao PDR has significantly raised water levels along the …
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Chiang Mai immigration detains over 30 foreigners, including Norwegian tourist
Chiang Mai Immigration authorities have detained over 30 foreigners in a recent crackdown on visa overstayers, with the majority facing legal action and deportation. Among those apprehended is a 36-year-old …
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Kasetsart University and Åbo Akademi University Collaborate on Double Degree in Animal Health Technology
Kasetsart University and Åbo Akademi University in Finland have signed a historic agreement to jointly offer a Double Degree program in Animal Health Technology. The signing ceremony took place on …
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New HEI school in Phuket
Last week, Chargé d’Affaires Miika Tomi and Special Advisor Kimmo Pekari celebrated the grand opening of a new HEI School in Phuket. The new HEI school located in Phuket.Last week …
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Southeast Asia used as a dumping ground: Two Maersk ships ordered to return
Singapore authorities have intercepted two vessels, Maersk Campton and Maersk Candor, suspected of carrying toxic waste during their transit through Singapore. The cargo, which was en route to Thailand, has …
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