Danish News Round-up: Germany to open border to Denmark on June 15

Everyone has their favourites! In Denmark’s case, it is Iceland, Norway and Germany.

And now Germany has revealed who it will allow to enter its borders from June 15.

Denmark, Switzerland, France and Austria are the lucky four.

Otherwise …
Germany will continue to extend travel warnings to non-EU countries until mid August.

The German foreign minister has called upon other EU countries to open up their borders for free flow of goods and people.

However, this decision may be reconsidered if the coronavirus numbers worsen.


Increase in non-Western teachers
The majority of teachers in Danish schools have a western background; however, there has been a rise in the percentage of non-Western teachers in Denmark by 3.5 percent since 2009. This increase seems to be a benefit to other minority ethnic students, as they can see the possibilities their futures may hold.

Former imam Ahmed Akkari to set up new political party
At 15:00 in the King’s Garden, Ahmed Akkari was scheduled to announce the name of the new party as well as key issues they will deal with. His co-party member Hanna Ziadeh says it will be a centre-left party, and that may also be included in the name (NCV). Akkari was one of three Islamic clerics who did their best to broadcast the Mohammed Cartoons following their release by Jyllands-Posten in the autumn of 2005, although he has since said he regretted his actions.

New open borders demonstration
A new protest against border controls will take place on June 21 outside Christiansborg Palace under the slogan ‘Openborders’.  The event is a protest against strict travel guides and border closures.

Campylobacter outbreak in Bornholm
Some 107 people in Bornholm have been tested positive for campylobacter, a bacteria responsible for gastrointestinal infection. A study from the Statens Serum Institut (SSI) suggests that the outbreak may be from local dairy,. However, after an investigation, no signs of bacteria have been found in the dairy. The Food Administration believes this may be an isolated case, and further suspicion of foods are still being considered.

Denmark lost 1.2 million hotel bookings in April
Hotel bookings fell by more than 90 percent in April compared to the year before – a loss of 1.2 million overnight stays. So far most Copenhagen hotels, around 80 percent,  say they have felt no difference since the government eased border controls.




  • The international who shaped Copenhagen

    The international who shaped Copenhagen

    Anna Maria Indrio is one of the most important architects in Denmark, having contributed to shaping Copenhagen into what it is today. Among her best-known projects are the extension of SMK and Arken, as well as the Natural History Museum and the Darwin Centre in London. She moved here 60 years ago, when “Copenhagen was gray and dormant. Predictions suggested it would become depopulated. But putting people at the center changed everything,” she said

  • Danish government passes amendment to increase citizenship fee by 50%

    Danish government passes amendment to increase citizenship fee by 50%

    Fees were raised to reflect processing costs and curb repeat applications, creating debate over whether the new charges erect barriers to political participation for internationals.

  • Internationals’ labour contributes 361 billion DKK to Denmark’s GDP, and it is growing strongly every year

    Internationals’ labour contributes 361 billion DKK to Denmark’s GDP, and it is growing strongly every year

    According to a report by the Danish Chamber of Commerce, internationals’ contribution is 12% of the country’s GDP. In 2023, it was 322 billion DKK, and in 2008, it was 136 billion DKK. “Internationals make a gigantic difference in our prosperity and welfare,” comments Morten Langager, the Director of Dansk Erhverv.

  • Inside Denmark’s innovation engine

    Inside Denmark’s innovation engine

    With half of its staff being international, the BioInnovation Institute reflects Denmark’s broader transformation into a global innovation hub. But can the country—and Europe—keep up the pace? “If reforms are made now, we can close the gap in ten years,” explains BII’s CEO

  • Denmark launches massive investment in the navy

    Denmark launches massive investment in the navy

    Two months ago, the Danish PM announced that military equipment should be purchased in a hurry. The first plans for the sea are now ready. Additional plans for warships will follow this summer.

  • International designers struggle to find jobs in Denmark

    International designers struggle to find jobs in Denmark

    Many internationals come to Denmark to work as designers, but the field appears to be one of the hardest to break into. The Copenhagen Post spoke with two internationals struggling to find their way into the industry.

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