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After 20 years in Norway, Chinese energy expert takes university role in China
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (148+ words) 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 worked for the Norwegian energy company Equinor, where he focused on…...
Swedish companies in Asia offer paid traineeships to international graduates
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (186+ words) 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 companies in 14 countries, with Vietnam and Indonesia among the participating countries in…...
Finland explores education and labor partnerships with Mindanao
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (302+ words) Finland is exploring new education partnerships with universities in Mindanao, Finnish Ambassador Saija Nurminen said during a forum in Davao City. Finland is also considering expanding labor recruitment beyond Metro Manila. Speaking at the "Breaking Barriers: Diplomatic and Dabawenya Leaders…...
Norway and Philippines join forces to digitally train future seafarers
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (189+ words) A new agreement in Manila is set to modernise how Filipino seafarers are trained, as the country prepares its maritime workforce for rapid technological change. On June 25, MARINA and Norwegian maritime technology company Mintra signed a partnership to introduce digital…...
Myanmar students paid "10000 for a Finnish dream: Now a suspected scam is under investigation
2+ week, 2+ day ago (329+ words) Finnish authorities are investigating an alleged student recruitment scam after hundreds of young Myanmar nationals were charged thousands of euros for promised study opportunities in Finland. According to BBC Burmese and BBC News, around 350 students were recruited through an agency…...
Harmony for Hope Raises Over 2 Million Baht for 75 Students
2+ week, 6+ day ago (299+ words) On June 7, the ISB community came together for an unforgettable evening of music, generosity, and purpose at'Harmony for Hope, a special charity concert celebrating the school's 75th anniversary. Organized in partnership with'Kula, the event welcomed students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, sponsors,…...
Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi Wins Public Choice Award at ASEAN School Awards 2026
3+ week, 1+ day ago (379+ words) Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Public Choice Award for Innovative Facilities at the prestigious ASEAN School Awards 2026, recognising the College's outstanding commitment to creating future-ready educational environments that inspire curiosity, confidence,…...
Indonesia looks to Denmark for inspiration on green jobs
3+ week, 6+ day ago (240+ words) Indonesia is looking to Denmark for inspiration on how to create more green jobs as the country accelerates its transition to a greener economy. During a meeting in Jakarta on June 2 with Danish Ambassador to Indonesia Sten Frimodt Nielsen and…...
Director of Sino-Danish Center in Beijing steps down after 17 years
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (299+ words) The Sino-Danish Center (SDC) in Beijing is searching for a new director after current director Morten Laugesen announced he will step down later this year following more than 17 years at the center. "I have had plenty of time to think…...
Nord Cham Vietnam hosts conference on Nordic workplace culture
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (110+ words) Nord Cham Vietnam hosted its flagship employer branding conference, Work the Nordic Way 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City on 21 May. The event brought together business leaders, HR professionals, founders and young talent to discuss Nordic workplace culture, leadership and career…...