New defence system deal pleases Paris, angers Trump
As reported last week, Denmark has chosen the French-Italian SAMP/T air defence system over U.S. Patriots. In a statement confirming the deal, Friday, the Defence Ministry said the decision was based on an…
MoreThe Week That Was, September 8– 14th 2025:
Politics/Economy: Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen denounced Russia’s latest wave of aggression following drone attacks on Ukraine and airspace violations over Poland as ‘completely unacceptable’ and reiterated Denmark’s unwavering support for its allies –…
MoreDefence minister announces DKK 53bn air defence plan
Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen will present the government’s ambitious plan for Denmark’s biggest-ever weapons purchase this morning: A new ground-based air defence system costing upwards of DKK 50bn ($7.9bn). According to TV…
MoreVAT reform could open door to cheaper groceries
The government has bowed to public pressure by proposing differentiated VAT rates, paving the way for lower food prices, currently the highest in the EU. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Liberal leader Troels Lund…
MoreData watchdog faces cutbacks
The government is planning to slash the Data Protection Authority’s (DPA) funding even though Denmark has seen a surge in data leaks from public bodies and private companies. Under the 2026 budget the…
MoreGovernment moves to stop violence against politicians
Parties will gather to discuss new measures against the growing intimidation of public officials after Denmark’s Democrats leader Inger Støjberg was subjected to a dangerous incident when a van driver attempted to push…
MoreSupreme Court ruling prompts government review of citizenship practices
The government is pausing all cases where Danish citizenship may have been granted by mistake following a Supreme Court ruling last week that revoked the citizenship of a man and his son by…
MoreSpecial ruling for evacuated Afghans set to expire
A temporary law allowing evacuated Afghans to stay in Denmark will expire on November 30. The special ruling, which granted temporary residence permits to Afghans who had assisted Danish authorities, such as translators…
MoreFundraiser brings in millions for children in Denmark and Gaza
Around 10,000 volunteers collected DKK 8.6m ($1.4m) in Sunday’s nationwide Red Barnet (Save the Children) fundraising drive. The agency’s fundraising director, Merete Gotsæd Falkenstrøm, said the effort shows the public is always willing…
MorePM offers support for allies: ‘Russian aggression unacceptable’
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has denounced Russia’s latest wave of aggression following drone attacks on Ukraine and airspace violations over Poland as ‘completely unacceptable’ and reiterated Denmark’s unwavering support for its allies. In…
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