Surprising dip in support for Queen
A new poll reveals a surprising drop in support for the Danish monarchy. In contrast to previous polls that reflected overwhelming support for Queen Margrethe to remain on the throne until she passes…
MoreEx-Danish PM’s husband in contention for Labour leader in UK
Ex-Danish prime minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt’s husband has emerged as a surprise contender to replace Labour leader Jeremy Corybyn in the UK, who’s vowed to step down following Thursday’s disastrous election defeat. In an…
MorePound rises after UK election – good news for Danish exporters, bad news for tourists
Danish companies breathed a sigh of relief on Friday after the Conservatives won the UK election, signalling Britain’s final departure from the EU. The pound was immediately boosted to around 9 kroner, the highest…
MoreDefence agency suspect spent DKK1.7m on house upgrade
One of the suspects in the military invoices scandal renovated his house for around DKK1.7m ($250m) in 2016, partially paid for by the Danish Ministry of Defence Estate Agency (MDEA). Tabloid daily BT…
MoreThe Week That Was, December 16th – 22nd 2019:
Politics/Economy: Climate Minister Dan Jørgensen was applauded at the COP25 summit in Madrid after presenting the government’s ambitious climate bill aimed at reducing CO2 emissions by 70% over the next decade. Denmark is…
More8 charged with aiding terrorism
Eight of the 21 people – six men and two women – arrested in a coordinated, nationwide police raid, Wednesday, were charged with aiding or inciting terrorism yesterday. Three were charged with obtaining…
MorePM: No quid pro quo on the climate
EU countries don’t have the right to demand something in return for supporting carbon neutrality, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on arrival at a Brussels summit, Thursday. Virtually all EU member states support…
MoreDenmark joins forces with Ireland and Sweden on climate
Denmark will be working much more closely with Ireland and Sweden in the future on climate issues. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven, and Irish PM Leo Varadkar announced their…
MoreClimate Minister enjoys saviour role at COP25
Bathing in the glory of ‘the world’s most ambitious climate bill’ aimed at reducing CO2 emissions by 70% over the next decade, Climate Minister Dan Jørgensen has been the centre of attention at…
MoreDenmark to guard Hormuz Strait
The government has announced plans to send a frigate, a helicopter and a crew of 155 people to support an international naval mission in the Strait of Hormuz from Autumn, 2020. Following a…
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