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Danish Foreign Ministry: Remember to leave the Danes List when returning home

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Tensions and conflicts around the world have made it more important than ever for authorities to know where their citizens are. Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is reminding citizens abroad …

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Middle East turmoil may delay overseas votes from Danes in Asia

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Denmark’s government has warned that postal votes from abroad may not arrive in time for the general election on 24 March, Reuters reports. The warning comes as war in Iran …

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Asian tourists also stranded in Europe as Middle East conflict disrupts flights

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Several thousand Asian tourists are stuck all over Scandinavia and the rest of Europe and may be unable to return home after airspace closures over the Gulf disrupted key flight …

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How to vote in the Danish general election from Southeast Asia

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Denmark will hold a general election on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. Danish citizens staying abroad can cast their vote in advance at Danish embassies and consulates across Asia. Voters are …

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Airspace shutdown: What travellers between Southeast Asia and the Nordics need to know

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A military escalation between the United States, Israel and Iran has prompted several Middle Eastern countries to close or severely restrict their airspace, including the United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu …

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Maersk stops Red Sea shipping due to Middle East conflict

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Danish shipping company Maersk has decided to pause some of its ships sailing through the Red Sea because of the growing military conflict involving the U.S., Israel and Iran. In …

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Snap election called: Danes in Southeast Asia must prepare to vote

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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called a snap general election for 24 March, sending Danes across Southeast Asia to the ballot box. She announced the election from the podium …

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Rising Norwegian Krone could raise costs for Asian visitors

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A strengthening Norwegian krone could make trips to Norway more expensive for foreign visitors – including travellers from Asia. The currency has gained significant ground in early 2026. According to …

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Sweden sets sharper China and ASEAN focus in 2026 foreign policy statement

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Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard presented on 18 February the Statement of Foreign Policy for 2026. Maria Malmer Stenergard said Asia-Pacific security and Europe’s security are becoming …

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Modernising the heritage and deepening the trade relationship key goals for Swedish Ambassador Johan Ndisi

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There has undoubtedly never before been a more vibrant time for Swedish-Vietnamese trade relations than now. Swedish investments into Vietnam, paired with various bilateral collaborations, are at an all-time-high, and …

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Vietnam and Norway deepen multilateral and multisectoral cooperation during High-Level meetings

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Vietnam and Norway held a series of high-level meetings on 10 February to advance bilateral cooperation across trade, investment, green growth, and sustainable development. Politburo member and Minister of Foreign …

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Sweden tightens citizenship requirements

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Sweden will introduce stricter requirements for people applying for Swedish citizenship, including a longer residency period, income thresholds, and language and culture tests, according to Reuters. The changes will be …

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Swedish Institute opens master’s scholarship for applicants from international students

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The Swedish Institute has opened applications for its SI Scholarship for Global Professionals for master’s studies in Sweden. The application window runs until 25 February 2026. The scholarship covers one- …

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Pandora to shift platinum-plated jewellery in Thailand and Vietnam as silver prices surge

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Pandora will launch platinum-plated versions of its best-selling bracelets after silver prices more than doubled in 2025, Reuters reports. The company said it will first use a third party for …

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Vietnam and Sweden mark 50 years of health research ties at Stockholm forum

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The Vietnam–Sweden Health Partnership Forum was held in Stockholm in late January, co-organised by the Vietnamese Embassy and Karolinska Institutet. The event brought together government, research and healthcare representatives to …

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Finland looks to Australia as debate grows over banning children from social media

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Finland is considering restrictions on children’s access to social media platforms, drawing inspiration from Australia’s recently introduced ban, as concerns grow over the impact of digital platforms on young people. …

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Indonesia, Vietnam accepts invitation to Trump’s Board of Peace – Nordic countries decline

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Indonesia and Vietnam have confirmed that they will accept an invitation from United States President Donald Trump to join his newly established Board of Peace, a move that has sparked …

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Reducing Regression Testing Time Without Sacrificing Quality

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In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, speed and quality are equally critical. Development teams face constant pressure to release updates quickly, yet rushing releases without thorough testing can lead to …

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Extreme cold disrupts flights at Finnish Arctic airport

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Thousands of travellers were stranded in northern Finland last week after flights at Kittilä Airport were cancelled due to extreme cold and icy conditions. Temperatures dropped to around minus 37 …

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ASEAN secretary-general meets Norway’s ambassador to ASEAN for talks on partnership

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ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn hosted a working dinner with Mariann Ruud Hagen, Norway’s ambassador to ASEAN. ASEAN said they discussed strengthening the ASEAN–Norway Sectoral Dialogue Partnership. The ASEAN post …

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