In many places in Copenhagen’s inner city, shop premises are empty. Internet shopping is out-competing small businesses, and Danes are increasingly choosing shopping centres.
Shop death ravages Copenhagen
In many places in Copenhagen’s inner city, shop premises are empty. Internet shopping is out-competing small businesses, and Danes are increasingly choosing shopping centres.

The net migration of internationals from many countries is declining
Data analyst Kelly Rasmussen analyzes how internationals from different nationalities have varying retention rates in Denmark. Her calculations cover the last decades and show how people from wealthier democracies tend to leave more than others
A demonstration against the U.S. took place in Copenhagen, something not seen in a long time
It was 2003, the last time a crowd of ordinary people protested against the U.S. After all this time, on Saturday, hundreds of people gathered in front of the U.S. Embassy for a demonstration
“We want to attract more internationals to rural areas”: interview with government Minister Dahlin
The Copenhagen Post interviewed Morten Dahlin, Minister for Urban and Rural Affairs and Nordic Cooperation. He explains that the government will attract foreign labor to rural areas with new industrial parks, better services, and strong local communities
New rules for alcohol sales
From April 1, 16-17-year-olds will only be allowed to purchase alcohol with a maximum of 6% alcohol content. Previously, the limit was 16.5%. Requirements for clear signage in stores and webshops will be introduced. Violations may result in fines of 50,000 DKK.
The Lynch Interviews: Dina Rosenmeier
Stuart Lynch is a writer, theatre director, and Butoh Dancer and, since the late 90s, a prominent figure in Danish dance, theatre, and performance. For The Copenhagen Post, he writes The Lynch Interviews. In this one, he sits down with actor Dina Rosenmeier, currently the lead in the production ‘Grounded’ at Literaturhaus, Copenhagen.
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The net migration of internationals from many countries is declining
Data analyst Kelly Rasmussen analyzes how internationals from different nationalities have varying retention rates in Denmark. Her calculations cover the last decades and show how people from wealthier democracies tend to leave more than others
“We need brave politicians who listen to internationals”
Asbjørn Overgaard, CEO of Copenhagen Capacity, comments on the 2024 immigration data and the trend of more and more internationals leaving the country. “We have done much over the last 15 years, and now we need to do more.”
Around 70% of internationals come here to work or study – And this is why retention is a problem
According to Danmarks Statistik, of the 83,216 who moved to Denmark in 2024, 54,614 people immigrated to either work or study. This means that low retention is a real problem.