The Week That Was, March 18th – 24th 2023:
Politics/Economy: The government’s majority is balancing on a knife edge after Liberal MP Mads Fuglede ‘defected’ to Denmark’s Democrats – the three coalition partners now only have 86 seats against the opposition’s 87….
MoreIntelligence agency warns of increased terror threat
The war in Gaza and perceived violations of Islam have heightened the terrorist threat against Denmark. Amidst ongoing concerns over extremist activities and conflicts abroad, Danish Intelligence (PET) has raised the threat level…
MoreBacklash over PM linking war with working hours
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has come under fire from the opposition for linking the conflict in Ukraine with the debate about shorter working hours. The PM has emphasised the need for a shift…
MoreNovo Nordisk’s acquisition drive
Novo Nordisk is actively pursuing acquisitions in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors to bolster its portfolio. Group CEO Dave Moore anticipates a surge in deals within the burgeoning obesity market by 2030. “I…
MoreWeight loss drug costs insurer millions
The popularity of Novo Nordisk’s ‘wonder’ weight loss medication Wegovy led to a DKK305m ($405m) deficit for health insurer Sygeforsikringen Danmark last year. To ease the financial strain the company, which provides ‘top-up’…
MoreMinistry of Employment calculates own unemployment rate
The Ministry of Employment is set to introduce an independent method for calculating the nation’s unemployment rate, utilizing data from the Agency for Labour Market and Recruitment. This initiative aims to offer a…
MoreCOP29 agenda to focus on climate finance
Forty global climate leaders have gathered in Helsingør for the third annual Copenhagen Climate Ministerial, the first meeting since COP28, and a crucial platform for shaping priorities and strategies ahead of COP29 scheduled…
MoreNew Communist Party emerges on the political horizon
A new political party, the Revolutionary Communist Party, is set to launch in Denmark this October, led by spokesperson Rasmus Jeppesen and backed by approximately 200 members. The party’s agenda revolves around advocating…
MoreEx-spy boss awarded compensation
Former spy chief Lars Findsen has been awarded an undisclosed amount in compensation for unjustified detention and wiretapping in the long-running espionage affair. Mr Findsen was charged with divulging state secrets in a…
MoreDenmark tops World Happiness Report for seniors
Denmark has claimed the top spot as the happiest country for citizens over 60 in the latest UN World Happiness Report, while Finland retains its global happiness lead for the seventh year in…
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