Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
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The Finnish company Valmet has signed a contract to deliver a waste-to-energy (WtE) boiler fired with refuse-derived fuel (RDF) to Thang Long Energy Environment’s greenfield waste-to-energy plant in Bac Ninh …
Finland’s Valmet to supply a waste-to-energy boiler to Vietnamese plant Read More
On 1 February, Denmark lifted all entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers. This means that from 1 February 2022 onwards, all persons from anywhere in the world with valid proof of …
Denmark lifts all entry restrictions for vaccinated travelers Read More
Norway’s Ambassador to Vietnam Grete Lochen recently visited Hope Box, a shelter for victims of gender-based violence, in Hanoi together with other G4 country Ambassadors to Vietnam including New Zealand, …
Ambassador Lochen spread messages about gender equality in Vietnam Read More
The Nordic Region and Singapore once again take the lead as some of the least corrupt countries in the world, according to the annual Corruption Perceptions Index. Every year, the …
The Nordic Region and Singapore again ranks among the world’s least corrupt countries Read More
On 25 January, Sweden’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Ann Måwe visited Kim Dong’s publishing house in Hanoi to see the translated version of the children’s book ‘This is Tet’ which has …
Ambassador Måwe visited Kim Dong publishing house to see newly translated children’s book Read More
European companies ended 2021 more positively and optimistic about Vietnam’s trade and investment environment, according to the Business Climate Index (BCI) from the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham). …
European companies more confident in Vietnam’s Business Environment following the end of lockdown Read More
The Nordic Chamber of Commerce Vietnam invites you to their NordCham Business Briefings: Covid-19 updates on 15 February. Key topics include COVID-19 related topics about Nordcham, EuroCham updates, and the …
Sign up for NordCham Vietnam’s Business Briefings: Covid-19 updates Read More
In a recent update, the Embassy of Denmark in Singapore introduced their Regional Energy Counselor for Asia, Assar Qureshi, who joined the Embassy in Singapore in December 2021. The Embassy shares …
Meet the Embassy of Denmark in Singapore’s Regional Energy Counselor for Asia Read More
Recently the 95-year-old Vietnamese mindfulness master Thich Nhat Hanh passed away. In an interview with DR News, Danish meditation coach Frank Poulsen speaks about how Thich Nhat Hanh over the years …
Danish meditation coach: Thich Nhat Hanh fought to make us live a less stressful life Read More
The Norwegian Government will from 26 January 2022 remove the requirement of travel quarantine. Travelers still need to get tested and complete registration upon arrival in Norway. Travelers still need …
Norway removes travel quarantine requirements Read More
On 24 January, a delegation from the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam, led by Ambassador Kim Højlund Christensen, witnessed the opening ceremony of the newest factory of ScanCom International. ScanCom International …
Embassy of Denmark participated in the opening of ScanCom’s Long Giang Factory Read More
Denmark-based SKIOLD has, in cooperation with Tan Long Group, launched Hanh Phuc Rice Mill which is the largest paddy rice handling and storage facility in Southeast Asia. In a press release, …
SKIOLD and Tan Long Group launched paddy rice handling and storage facility in Vietnam Read More
The greenhouse business is expanding rapidly in the city of Närpes in Western Finland, but a recent investigation indicates that it is partly at the expense of vulnerable Vietnamese workers. …
Vietnamese greenhouse workers victims in extensive exploitation case in Finland Read More
A new Danida-supported collaborative health anthropological project, involving the Department of Anthropology at the University of Copenhagen, addresses diabetes among pregnant women in Vietnam. According to the University of Copenhagen, …
New project: University of Copenhagen addresses diabetes amongst pregnant women in Vietnam Read More
Going from the center of Swedish politics to a life beyond the spotlight is not an easy journey. That is the opinion of Jonas Sjöstedt, who left the leadership position …
New STV series showcase two former politician’s journey from Sweden to Vietnam Read More
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is inviting qualified candidates (I.e. European Union or Nordic citizens) to apply for a vacant position within the consular section. The consular section handles …
The Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam is looking for a full time locally employed Consular Officer Read More
On 18 January, Norwegian Ambassador Grete Løchen and Swedish Ambassador Ann Måwe represented the Nordic Nations in Vietnam during a meeting at the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics. …
Nordic Ambassadors met with Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics Read More
The European Chamber of Commerce Vietnam invites you to their upcoming webinar titled ‘Vietnam’s largest economic stimulus package: Who is going to benefit?’ on 21 January. More about the webinar, …
Learn more about Vietnam’s largest economic stimulus package and who is going to benefit Read More
While conducting a technical survey in Tan Vinh village of Huong Tan commune in Quang Tri province on 12 January, NPA/RENEW teams detected a cache of anti-aircraft artillery shells in …
NPA find and remove 37 unexploded artillery shells in Tan Vinh village in Vietnam Read More
On 17 January, Vice President of LEGO Group Preben Elnef said that the Danish toy manufacturer will speed up their $1 billion factory project in Binh Duong as committed. Preben …
LEGO to accelerate the construction of Binh Duong factory Read More
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The Danish ad-tech company Adnami has this week announced that it is entering the Vietnamese market. As one of the world’s leading providers of high-impact advertising, Adnami helps brands and …
Danish ad-tech company Adnami enters Vietnam to help brands make a better impression Read More
The joint application to Finnish higher education for autumn 2022 study start is now open until 19 January 2022 at Studyinfo.fi. There are lots of English-taught degree options both on …
The joint application to Finnish higher education for autumn 2022 study start is now open Read More
In recent updates, the Danish Embassy in Vietnam and Indonesia together with the Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok, have been sharing important and useful information regarding the covid-19 situation in the …
Important covid-19 updates for Nordic citizens in Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand Read More
The program Vietsucess, formerly known as The Quoc Khanh Show recently welcomed Sweden’s Ambassador to Vietnam Ann Måwe and General Director of Ericsson Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos, Denis Brunettito …
Ambassador Ann Måwe on what keeps Sweden on top of the Global Innovation Rankings Read More
The Danish journalist and former Vietnam correspondent Henning Becker have died at the age of 78. Henning Becker was in Vietnam during the Vietnam war and will particularly be remembered …
Remembered for rescuing Vietnamese children – Danish Henning Becker has passed away Read More
41-year old Vinh Du was born in Vietnam to Chinese parents and the family came to Denmark as boat refugees over thirty years ago. With passion and determination, Vinh Du …
Restauranteur Vinh Du in Denmark: I’m living out my dream Read More
Following Laos’ announcement of their plans to re-open for fully vaccinated travelers starting 1 January 2022, 14 more countries including Denmark, Norway, and Finland were recently added to the list …
Denmark, Norway, and Finland amongst countries added under Laos Green Zone entry plan Read More
The Vietnam Trade Office in Sweden and North Europe works to boost exports and plans to take European food importers to Vietnam to buy goods this year while popularising more …
Vietnam Trade Office in Sweden and North Europe works to boost exports Read More
The year 2021 marked the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Norway and Vietnam. As the year draws to an end, Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) says in a statement …
NPA is proud of being a vivid highlight in the picture of cooperation between Norway and Vietnam Read More
The Embassy of Finland in Vietnam has just released a short report by Finnish Ambassador Keijo Norvanto where he analyzes the possibilities for Finnish companies in Vietnam in 2022. In the report, …
Country Analysis: Vietnam Market Opportunities for Finnish Companies 2022 Read More
Earlier this month on 16 December, EuroCham Myanmar concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with more than 10 other BeLux & EuroCham Chambers in Asia, the Chamber writes. “This MoU is …
EuroCham Myanmar concluded MoU with other BeLux & EuroCham Chambers in Asia Read More
27-year-old Lenny Nguyen received a bachelor’s degree in graphic design this summer, but shortly afterward he started on a culinary project, which opened last week in the Danish town of …
Vietnamese Lenny: Vietnamese food should also be available in smaller Danish cities Read More
Because of the rising number of covid cases Denmark has from the 27 December implemented new requirements when travelling into Denmark. From now on, travelers without permanent residency …
Denmark has implemented new procedures for entering the country Read More
On 21 December, the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam and the Ministry of Culture, Sport, and Tourism hosted a full-day workshop and webinar on creating and fostering a creative cities network in …
Denmark and partners hosted a workshop on creating development cities network in Vietnam Read More
Last week, the Embassy of Sweden in Hanoi together with BuS had the chance to reconnect with the Swedish community in Ho Chi Minh City for the first time since …
Embassy of Sweden in Hanoi reconnected with the Swedish community in Ho Chi Minh City Read More
In a statement by the Spokesperson on verdicts against human rights defenders, the European Union calls for the release of Vietnamese journalist and blogger Ms. Pham Doan Trang, who has been sentenced …
The European Union calls for the release of Vietnamese journalist and blogger Read More
Jens Dao’s mother was pregnant with him when his family came to Denmark as boat refugees from Vietnam over 30 years ago. Today he is a hardworking individual and he …
Vietnamese Jens Dao in Denmark: I have taken the best of two cultures with me Read More
The students at Denmark’s Frederiksborg Gymnasium & HF have for the third year in a row raised money to renovate a school in Vietnam, and this year the amount is …
Danish High school students raise nearly DKK 400,000 for Vietnam Read More
Last week, Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) participated in a special event hosted by Vietnam National Mine Action Center (VNMAC). The Event launched a 5-day training course on the use of …
NPA participated in the opening of information management training at VNMAC for military officers Read More
The Dream it Be it – video competition where Finnish Embassies in Asia invited girls between the ages of 15 to 18 years to participate by sending a video in …
EduCamp Finland opens registration to the Girl Power –22 camp Read More
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Vietnam, the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam together with ASHUI Co. has organized an exhibition showcasing successful green projects …
Denmark and Vietnam exchange knowledge on sustainable cities Read More
In June this year, Naomi Nha Pham joined the Embassy of Denmark in Singapore as a student assistant and in a recent post, the Embassy shared a bit about her background …
Danish-Vietnamese Naomi is a Student Assistant at the Embassy of Denmark in Singapore Read More
It is time for Vietnam to walk the talk on trans rights and it is time to promulgate the legal framework that will actually implement and enforce the relevant Civil …
Ambassador Ann Måwe: It’s time for Vietnam to walk the talk on trans rights Read More
On 10 December, Maria Ressa from the Philippines was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize during a pomp-filled ceremony in Oslo, Norway. She was awarded the prize together with Russian Dmitry …
Filipino journalist receives Nobel Peace Prize, just as the number of imprisoned journalists is breaking records Read More
Denmark’s LEGO Group signed on 8 December a Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam Singapore Industrial Park Joint Venture Company Limited (VSIP) to build a new factory in Vietnam. The facility …
The LEGO Group announces plans to build new factory in Vietnam to support long-term growth Read More
On 3 December, the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam held The European Night 2021 to mark the resilience of its members and their contribution to Vietnam’s fight against the …
European Business looks forward to a more prosperous 2022 in Vietnam Read More
Sweden supports three United Nations agencies’ initiatives to help everyone in the ASEAN region protect and respect the rights of children to a healthy environment, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok states. …
Sweden supports children’s rights to a healthy environment in the ASEAN region Read More
On 1 December, Finnish Ambassador Keijo Norvanto paid a courtesy call to Vietnamese Minister Trần Hồng Hà from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Embassy of Finland in Hanoi states. …
Ambassador Keijo Norvanto discuss bilateral cooperation with Vietnamese Minister Read More