Polestar expands to Thailand
The Swedish electric perfomance car brand Polestar has announced that it plans to enter seven new markets during 2025. One of these being Thailand. The new markets will be in …
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Swedish Embassy Phnom Penh congratulates Thai same-sex marriage
The Embassy of Sweden Section Office in Phnom Penh congratulated the Thai Senate on the final reading of the marriage equality bill on last Tuesday. They published this on their …
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Thailand extends tourist insurance througout the year
The Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports has announced that it plans to extend its free insurance program for international visitors until the end of 2024. The campaign helps toursits …
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Crayfish Party in Bangkok announced
The Nordic party various Nordic communities have all been waiting for is finally open for registration! Thai-Nordic Association’s Crayfish Party will take place at The Landmark Ballroom on Saturday, September …
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New Danish pastor to Thailand selected
Nicolaj Stubbe Hørlyck will be new pastor at the Danish Church Thailand starting from 1. September 2024. He replaces previous pastor Christa Lund Herum who has already left for Denmark. …
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Finland of Santa Claus: Rovaniemi, a globally recognised destination – promoted in Asia
– Now aiming also at increased midnight sun tourism There is at least one place on this planet that people wonder – when coming across it for the very first …
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Bangkok Hospital Invests in Advanced Robotic Surgery
Bangkok Hospital Invests in State-of-the-Art Robot-Assisted Surgery to Elevate Patient Care through Surgical Innovation Bangkok Hospital, a leading healthcare provider in Thailand, has invested over 200 million baht to establish …
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Same sex marriage in Thailand
Thailand’s marriage equality bill is to be sent to kingdom’s Senate on Tuesday, 25 June 2024. If it gets approved then Thailand will become the third country in Asia to …
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Thai woman arrested in Danish massage clinic
A 35 year old Thai woman was arrested Monday, 17 June 2024, at a massage clinic in Roskilde, Denmark. The Danish police state that they had suspected that something illegal …
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How Danes can be more inclusive towards foreigners
The media The Local Denmark has peformed a survey as to how the Danes, or the Danish system, could be more inclusive for foreigners living in the country, and they …
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Seafood Expo Asia is now joined by Denmark
The Seafood Expo Asia, which will be held in Singapore in 2024, will have four new countries attending this year, one of these being Denmark, and two new national country …
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ASEAN fair hosted in Stockholm
An ASEAN fair featuring farm prouce, food, handicrafts, garment and textiles were hosted this weekend in Stockholm, 15 June 2024. It was organized by the ASEAN Commitee in Stockholm with …
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Danish animal protection criticizes Thai animal market
World Animal Protection Danmark criticizes the living conditions of the animals being sold at Chatuchak weekend market in Bangkok after a fire last week killed thousands of animals. World Animal …
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Danish delegation visits waste management site in Bangkok
A delegation from the Danish Environment Protection Agency visited Thailand in order to discuss the cooperation between Denmark and Thailand regarding waste management improvement. The Danish delegation met Thai partners …
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ASEAN representative met Ambassador of Norway to ASEAN
The Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community Satvinder Singh, met the Ambassador of Norway to ASEAN Kjell Tormod Pettersen. The ambassador discussed follow-ups on the Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee Meeting …
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ScandAsia Magazine June 2024
The ScandAsia magazine for June 2024 is out now. You can download the issue as a pdf file by right-clicking on the link: ScandAsia June 2024 You can also read …
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Swedish company’s games featured in illegal online casino
Games from the Swedish company Evolution have been found on a number of sites for illegal online casinos in Southeast Asia, according to an investigation of Swedish Radio News. Some …
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Popular chili noodles recalled in Denmark
Three kinds of very spice instant chili noodles from the South Korean brand Samyang have been forbidden in Denmark. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration has deemed the noodles unsafe …
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Direct Thai Airways flights to Oslo
Today, the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce announced, that Thai Airways will reconnect the return of direct flights between Bangkok and Oslo. The flights will fly daily from 1 July 2024. …
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Dengue fever is spreading in Europe
The Stockholm-based European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has announced a significant increase in dengue fever and other mosquito-based diseases in Europe. The centre appoints the rise to …
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Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN meets Swedish Ambassador
The Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Political-Security Community Dato’ Astanah Abdul Aziz met with the Ambassador of Sweden to ASEAN Daniel Blockert. They discussed strengthening bilateral cooperations between Sweden and ASEAN. …
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SWECHAM and SWEA Bangkok celebrated mid-summer
In Sweden, the National Day is celebrated on 6 June and Midsummer is celebrated in mid-June. But this year, SweCham and SWEA combined the two celebrations into a summer lunch …
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Thailand’s tourism is seeking partnerships with international airlines
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is seeking partnerships with at least 11 international airlines to bolster the markets in the second half of this year. The market is expected …
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Danish citizenship test for the public
If a foreign citizen wants to immigrate to Denmark they have to meet multiple demands. One of them is that they have to pass the Danish Citizenship test. This test …
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Swede in Thailand publish memoir
The Swedish man Michael J. Baines, who spends his time caring for rescued streetdogs, has announced that he will release his memoir on International Dog Day, 26 August 2024. Michael …
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Tourism tax in Thailand scrapped again
Just weeks ago the Thai Minister of Tourism said that he believed the entry tourism tax would be passed. However now the Thai Prime Minister announce that the tourism tax …
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Danish ambassador has farewell call with Thai Minister
The Danish Ambassador to Thailand, Jon Thorgaard, payed the Thai Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. Maris Singiampongsa, a farewell visit this Friday, 7 June 2024. During the visit the …
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New direct flights between Singapore and Krabi
The airline Jetstar Asia just launched new direct flights from Singapore. The new direct flight has been established as Krabi has become a new popular beach destination. Earlier Phuket has …
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Dane gives money to scammed Thai man
A 38-year-old Danish man named Casper has helped out a 34-year-old Thai man, who got scammed out of 10,000 Thai baht by his supposed fiancée. The Dane lives in Pattaya …
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Swedish documentary shown on World Refugee Day in Thailand
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Thailand will show a Swedish movie at the 13th Film Festival Based on True Stories. The festival is in honour of …
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Danish Ambassador says farewell to King and Queen of Thailand
The Ambassador of Denmark to Thailand, Jon Thorgaard was granted audience by King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua (Rama X) of Thailand and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana on 6 June. The ambassador …
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Thai PM encourages private sector to broadcast Euro cup
Thailands Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced at a press conference, that he was excited about the European Football Championship 2024 and encouraged the private sector to arrange public viewing. The …
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Thai woman sued after affair with a Dane & money swindle
An Australian man is taking legal action against his Thai ex-wife after she allegedly had an affair with a Danish man and swindled his money. The Thai woman claims, that …
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New family reunification rules in Denmark
The new rules for family reunification and permanent residence in Denmark will benefit Danes abroad and their non-Danish spouses. The rules will take effect on 1 July 2024. The new …
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Transfer Immigration Detention to Department of Correction
I am registered with the judiciary of Thailand as a translator between Danish and Thai. A few times a year I am requested to translate in court hearings involving a …
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What’s up in Bangkok?
I don’t think it is only me who has become a bit lazy when it comes to visiting restaurants that are not exactly in my own area. If you live …
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Jesper Jensen sent back to Denmark
Jesper Jensen, the Danish man who on 16 May 2024 was given a suspended sentence for on 18 November 2023 having taken a ladies bag in Bangkok’s international airport, was …
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Thailand’s high-skill visa attracts 56,000 foreign nationals
The spokesperson for the Thai PM’s Office revealed, that Thailand now has 56,000 foreign nationals with approved visas and work permits. That includes about 50,000 foreign executives and experts working …
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Swede on motorbike-stealing spree in Thailand
A Swedish tourist went on a motorcycle-stealing spree in Pattaya, Thailand on early Sunday morning. Afterwards he crashed into several cars and injured himself. Pattaya police identified the man as …
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Swedish National Day and Midsummer celebration in Bangkok
The Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual event in honor of the Swedish National Day and Midsummer. The event will offer food, beverages and several games for the …
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Swedish Man arrested for 113 days of overstay
A Swedish man was arrested at the Phuket International Airport for overstaying his visa by 113 days on 29 May 2024. He was taken to the Sakoo Police Station to …
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Mekong issues discussed at Swedish-supported SUMERNET Forum
Today experts from all countries in the Mekong area met and exchanged knowledge at the SUMERNET Learning Forum 2024 in Bangkok. The event was organized in collaboration with Sweden, The …
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Norwegian seafood exporters presenting at THAIFEX
Currently the THAIFEX event is happening. The event is running from the 28- 31 May 2024 and is designed to showcase and discuss trading of food and beverages. For the …
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Swedish Embassy joins Bangkok Pride Parade
The Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok joins the Bangkok Pride Parade 2024. The embassy wrote a post on Facebook declaring their support: “The Embassy of Sweden proudly stands with the …
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Some expats in Thailand will face large tax bills
Foreign expats in Thailand will now be expected to file income tax for the year 2024 by the end of March 2025. The new tax regime could mean a minimum …
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Thailand creates more options to extend stay
To target a Toursim Boost, the Thai government has announced that they have made some admjustments to the visa rules. Expecially when it comes to the categories of visitors, students …
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A beginner’s guide to online trading with MTrading Broker
The financial markets have long held an air of mystique, a realm seemingly reserved for suited figures barking orders on Wall Street. But the rise of online trading platforms has …
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Danish furniture exhibition in Bangkok
The Danish high-end furniture brand Fritz Hansen showcases designs in the “Beyond Walls” exhibition in Bangkok until 30 June 2024. The exhibition will feature Fritz Hansen’s last collection with works …
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Missing Thai-Swedish woman found safe in Switzerland
The 32-year-old Thai woman, who had mysteriously disappeared in Switzerland almost a month ago, has now been found safe and well, according to the Thai Embassy in Bern. The Embassy …
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Christa was the first Danish pastor in Thailand – now she says goodbye
Christa Lund Herum moved to Bangkok in November 2017 and became the very first pastor at the Danish Church in Thailand. Now, almost seven years later she is ready to …
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