Posted on 27. Nov, 2023 in: News

More military aid to Ukraine – €3bn ahead of 2027

The government, backed by a cross-party majority, has agreed to increase military aid to Ukraine by DKK23.5bn (€3bn) ahead of 2027. In a statement, the Defence Ministry said the money would be added…

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Posted on 27. Nov, 2023 in: News

Defence Ministry accused of ‘cooking the books’ to satisfy NATO

Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen has dismissed criticism from some NATO allies that Denmark is manipulating the figures to live up to the alliance’s requirement that members spend at least 2% of GDP…

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Posted on 27. Nov, 2023 in: News

New rules allow foreign nationals to work for short periods

Following new changes by the immigration authorities certain foreign nationals will be allowed to work in Denmark for short periods without needing a residence and work permit. To qualify, applicants must work for…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

Mini cabinet reshuffle – Liberals hire reality star

As reported, Thursday, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has made a partial cabinet reshuffle following the resignation of former defence  minister Jakob Ellemann-Jensen who’s quit politics. Newly appointed Liberal (Venstre) leader Troels Lund Poulsen,…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

‘Church Minister’ vows to crack down on religious extremism

New Minister for Ecclesiastical Affairs Moren Dahlin has vowed to crack down on all forms of religious extremism but particularly amongst Muslim groups. After being formally appointed by the Queen, Thursday, Mr Dahlin…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

Jihad demonstrators are fuelling terror threat

Pro-Palestine demonstrators calling for ‘jihad’ when marching through the streets of Copenhagen are inflaming the risk of a new wave of terrorism according to former chief analyst at the Defence Intelligence Service (FE),…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

New minister defends criticism of prime minister

Newly appointed Minister for Rural Districts, Nordic Cooperation, and Ecclesiastical Affairs Morten Dahlin, previously a fierce critic of Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen for her role in the Minkgate affair, has said he stands…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

Independent MP rewarded for backing government

Independent MP Jon Stephensen has been rewarded with a seat on three parliamentary committees after guaranteeing the government’s slim one-seat majority by joining a voting alliance with the three coalition partners. In a…

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

Israeli Ambassador: ‘We abide by international law’

Israel is acting in accordance with international law and doing everything it can to minimise casualties in Gaza, the country’s ambassador to Denmark, David Akov, said in an interview with DR News, Thursday….

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Posted on 24. Nov, 2023 in: News

Danish investment helps to restore business in Ukraine

Danish companies have already signed the first contracts for Danish investments in Ukraine but the details will remain confidential for now for security reasons, Ole Egberg Mikkelsen, Denmark’s Ambassador in Kyiv, said in…

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7:59 – Danish News Today, is the most reliable source of daily Danish news in English for diplomats, the ex-pat community, the business sector, or anyone in Denmark or abroad seeking an insight into what’s happening in Denmark right now.

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