Europe is facing a new refugee crisis as tens of thousands of Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion pour into neighbouring countries.
Poland has already reported chaotic scenes at its border with Ukraine and Denmark has announced it is prepared to help alleviate the situation.
At a press conference yesterday evening, PM Mette Frederiksen stated that Denmark would provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine and assist refugees in nearby regions, including here at home.
“We will also need to be ready to accept Ukrainian refugees here,” said Frederiksen.
A majority of Parliament supports the government’s stance on this issue.
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Municipalities ready to help
The immigration minister, Mattias Tesfaye, said that his ministry was already looking into further expanding Denmark’s refugee handling capacity.
“The government and immigration authorities have already been focusing on ensuring there is an acceptable response capacity in case the situation in Ukraine sparks an increase in refugees moving towards Denmark,” he said.
Indeed, several municipalities, including Aarhus and Hvidovre, have announced they are willing to accept refugees from Ukraine.
“In Aarhus we are preparing to welcome the refugees the war sends our way and ensure they have a good and safe place to be,” said Aarhus Mayor Jacob Bundsgaard.
