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Finnish biotech company granted Singapore patent in fight against blindness
The Finnish biotech company developing a new treatment for blindness, StemSight, has secured patent in Singapore, the company announced in a press release. StemSight, based in Tampere, is working on … The post Finnish biotech company granted Singapore patent in fight against blindness appeared first on Scandasia .
Cambodian First Lady receives award named after Danish Princess
Cambodian First Lady Dr Pich Chanmony Hun Manet has received the Princess Benedikte Award during an international gathering of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts in Siem … The post Cambodian First Lady receives award named after Danish Princess appeared first on Scandasia .
Swedish pop icons ABBA are still attracting customers to a Singapore tailor shop
A tailor shop in Singapore’s Chinatown has been carrying a Scandinavian connection for nearly half a century. ABBA’s Department Store, a 47-year-old tailor shop, was named after the Swedish pop … The post Swedish pop icons ABBA are still attracting customers to a Singapore tailor shop appeared first on Scandasia .
Ikea restaurant shut down by Malaysian health authorities
The Swedish Restaurant at Ikea’s Cheras outlet in Kuala Lumpur has been ordered to close for 14 days by Malaysian health authorities. According to The Sun Malaysia, the closure took … The post Ikea restaurant shut down by Malaysian health authorities appeared first on Scandasia .
Watch Danish and Swedish at European Union Film Festival in Bangkok this week
The European Union Film Festival is taking place in Thailand from 18-28 June, bringing a selection of films from across Europe to audiences in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. The … The post Watch Danish and Swedish at European Union Film Festival in Bangkok this week appeared first on Scandasia .
Thailand’s higher airport fee has now taken effect
Thailand’s higher airport departure fee for international travellers came into effect this weekend on Saturday 20 June. The passenger service charge for international departures has increased from 730 baht to … The post Thailand’s higher airport fee has now taken effect appeared first on Scandasia .
Finland launches new online appointment system at embassy in Vietnam
The Embassy of Finland in Hanoi has introduced a new electronic appointment booking system for selected consular services from June 2026. The new system covers appointments for residence permit identification … The post Finland launches new online appointment system at embassy in Vietnam appeared first on Scandasia .
Swedish companies in Asia offer paid traineeships to international graduates
Thirty former international students from Swedish universities will begin paid traineeships at Swedish companies abroad in 2026 through a programme launched by the Swedish Institute. The programme includes 21 Swedish … The post Swedish companies in Asia offer paid traineeships to international graduates appeared first on Scandasia .
Zara Larsson brings Midnight Sun Tour to Bangkok and Manila
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson will bring her Midnight Sun Tour 2026 to Southeast Asia later this year. Known for international hits including Lush Life, Never Forget You, Symphony and … The post Zara Larsson brings Midnight Sun Tour to Bangkok and Manila appeared first on Scandasia .
China’s foreign minister heads to Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway
China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, is set to tour Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway next week for high-level talks with Nordic foreign ministers. Wang Yi will travel to all four … The post China’s foreign minister heads to Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway appeared first on Scandasia .
After 20 years in Norway, Chinese energy expert takes university role in China
After more than 20 years in Norway’s energy sector, Chinese energy expert Yang Tao has begun a new chapter as a distinguished professor at China University of Petroleum-Beijing. Yang previously … The post After 20 years in Norway, Chinese energy expert takes university role in China appeared first on Scandasia .
Sweden welcomes China’s foreign minister Saturday: Trade and security talks on the table
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Sweden on Saturday, July 4, where he is set to meet both Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard and Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. According … The post Sweden welcomes China’s foreign minister Saturday: Trade and security talks on the table appeared first on Scandasia .
Three stops down, one to go on China’s foreign minister’s rare Nordic tour
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has completed the first three stops of his Nordic tour, which runs from July 2 to 8 and includes Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway. The … The post Three stops down, one to go on China’s foreign minister’s rare Nordic tour appeared first on Scandasia .
Sweden raises espionage case and Gui Minhai with China’s foreign minister
Sweden’s Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard confirmed that she raised the recent espionage case involving two detained men during talks with visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to Swedish … The post Sweden raises espionage case and Gui Minhai with China’s foreign minister appeared first on Scandasia .
China sends four research vessels to the Arctic for the first time
China has launched its 16th Arctic scientific expedition, marking the first time the country has sent four research vessels to the Arctic. According to the Polar Research Institute of China, … The post China sends four research vessels to the Arctic for the first time appeared first on Scandasia .
Thailand tightens airport screening after Thai Airways drug-smuggling case
Thailand is introducing stricter airport security measures after the government approved a series of new screening procedures at a meeting on July 3, chaired by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, according … The post Thailand tightens airport screening after Thai Airways drug-smuggling case appeared first on Scandasia .
Vietnam welcomes 15 percent more international tourists, while arrivals from Denmark and Sweden also rise
Vietnam welcomed nearly 12.3 million international visitors in the first half of 2026, a 14.9 percent increase compared with the same period last year, according to the Vietnam National Authority … The post Vietnam welcomes 15 percent more international tourists, while arrivals from Denmark and Sweden also rise appeared first on Scandasia .
Malaysia agrees to meet Norwegian Kongsberg but makes clear compensation claim cannot be delayed
Norwegian defence company Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has asked to meet with the Malaysian government after a missile deal between the two countries collapsed. Malaysia says it is willing to … The post Malaysia agrees to meet Norwegian Kongsberg but makes clear compensation claim cannot be delayed appeared first on Scandasia .
Japanese brewer invests US$643 million in Carlsberg-led joint venture
Danish brewer Carlsberg and Japan’s Sapporo Breweries are expanding their partnership by forming a new joint venture across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, the Carlsberg Group announced on July 6. … The post Japanese brewer invests US$643 million in Carlsberg-led joint venture appeared first on Scandasia .
Denmark and Vietnam renew healthcare partnership
Vietnam Social Security (VSS) and the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam have signed a new three-year agreement to strengthen cooperation on sustainable healthcare and health insurance, VnEconomy reported. The memorandum … The post Denmark and Vietnam renew healthcare partnership appeared first on Scandasia .