Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Bangkok is heading into its governor and city council elections on June 28, and with them comes the familiar rule that shuts down alcohol sales across the capital for a …
Bangkok set for 24-hour alcohol ban as city prepares for election day Read More
A Copenhagen biotech startup is betting big on Asia’s drinking culture. Now, Singapore will be the first test market. Alcolase has raised €1.5 million to develop its enzyme-based solution for …
Singapore first as Danish biotech tackles alcohol intolerance in Asia Read More
Strict new alcohol rules are now in force across Thailand. Thailand has introduced eight updated regulations that restrict where alcohol can be sold and consumed in public spaces. The rules, …
Thailand introduces stricter alcohol rules in public areas Read More Alcohol sales were banned nationwide in Thailand last weekend in connection with the parliamentary election. This weekend, the same restrictions will once again be in force, according to the Royal …
Alcohol ban returns this weekend ahead of Thailand election Read More
Philippine rum producer Tanduay has signed a distribution partnership with Denmark-based Bastard Spirits. The companies said the deal supports Tanduay’s push deeper into Europe. Tanduay Brands International Inc. said Denmark …
Filipino rum debuts in Denmark Read More
The Deputy Manager of the Center For Alcohol Studies (CAS) in Thailand Mr. Surasak Chaiyasong expressed concerns over extending opening times for pubs and bars to 4 AM in tourism …
Thai CAS refers to Nordic and other countries on time zones for alcohol sale Read More
The beer brand Karhu, a Finnish brand of the brewing giant Carlsberg, has come up with a brand-new concept of a breathalyzer – or lickalyzer – in the form of …
Carlsberg’s handy alcohol tester Read More