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.




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    An international’s book becomes a bestseller in Denmark

    As his book Quantum Humanitarian quietly reaches readers across Europe — recently ranked as the #1 hot release on Amazon in philanthropy, refugee studies, and conflict response, and a #1 bestseller in its category — Ali Al Mokdad reflects on the disconnect in modern aid work, and the quiet strength of those who lead without being seen

  • “Don’t erase who you are to fit in: STAND OUT—but with substance”

    “Don’t erase who you are to fit in: STAND OUT—but with substance”

    Ambre James-Brown didn’t just move to Denmark for a job —she stepped into a new life chapter, balancing ambition with vulnerability, and career with identity. As Vice President of Global Media & Stakeholder Communication at Novo Nordisk, she’s learned that success isn’t about assimilation. “I like to say I’m Dane-ish. More “ish” than Dane. I’m bringing the best parts of me to blend with the best parts of Denmark,” she explains.

  • Non-EU students consistently graded 0.4 points lower than Danish classmates

    Non-EU students consistently graded 0.4 points lower than Danish classmates

    On average, students with non-EU backgrounds receive 0.4 points lower grades than Danish students. A report from the Rockwool foundation last week revealed that discrimination in primary schools occurs though overall lower GPA depending on factors such as ethnic and social backgrounds, or gender

  • Danish students arethe heaviest drinker in Europe

    Danish students arethe heaviest drinker in Europe

    A newly published European study shows that Danish 9th graders remain the heaviest alcohol consumers among European youth. They not only drink more but also start at a younger age compared to 15–16-year-olds in other countries across the continent

  • Danish economy shrinks; pharmaceutical industry behind the drop. Christiansborg: “Situation still positive”

    Danish economy shrinks; pharmaceutical industry behind the drop. Christiansborg: “Situation still positive”

    Two years after the last decline—and following a period in which the country was among the few in the West to maintain growth—Danish GDP decreased in Q1 2025. Nothing alarming yet, but it is a sign that the recent months of global challenges have finally reached Denmark as well

  • Parking in Copenhagen becomes a controversial election issue

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    First, the Social Democrats wanted fewer parking spaces in Copenhagen. Now the party’s mayoral candidate wants more. In doing so, Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theill is preparing for a showdown with the left in the reddest of Denmark’s cities.

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  • An international’s book becomes a bestseller in Denmark

    An international’s book becomes a bestseller in Denmark

    As his book Quantum Humanitarian quietly reaches readers across Europe — recently ranked as the #1 hot release on Amazon in philanthropy, refugee studies, and conflict response, and a #1 bestseller in its category — Ali Al Mokdad reflects on the disconnect in modern aid work, and the quiet strength of those who lead without being seen

  • “Don’t erase who you are to fit in: STAND OUT—but with substance”

    “Don’t erase who you are to fit in: STAND OUT—but with substance”

    Ambre James-Brown didn’t just move to Denmark for a job —she stepped into a new life chapter, balancing ambition with vulnerability, and career with identity. As Vice President of Global Media & Stakeholder Communication at Novo Nordisk, she’s learned that success isn’t about assimilation. “I like to say I’m Dane-ish. More “ish” than Dane. I’m bringing the best parts of me to blend with the best parts of Denmark,” she explains.

  • DRC confirms layoffs (including Copenhagen) and the closure in six countries

    DRC confirms layoffs (including Copenhagen) and the closure in six countries

    The Danish humanitarian powerhouse confirms a total of 2,000 layoffs, some of which will also affect the main headquarters in Copenhagen