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The Danish Connection: 5 March 2025

Maersk protests, a 50 billion kroner boost in military spending and why youth wellbeing in Denmark is declining

This week on The Danish Connection:

Maersk protests turn violent amid weapon shipment allegations

1,000 protesters gathered outside Maersk headquarters on February 23rd to demonstrate against the Danish shipping giant’s alleged involvement in transporting military equipment to Israel. But what began as a peaceful demonstration took an unexpectedly violent turn.

Denmark boosts military budget by 50 billion kroner amid weakening US-EU relations

As geopolitical tensions continue to rise, we discuss the Danish government’s special 50 billion kroner fund dedicated to the rapid rearmament of Denmark’s defense forces, and why Denmark has pledged a substantial two billion DKK donation to Ukraine.

Youth wellbeing crisis prompts government action

In response to alarming statistics indicating that nearly half of Danes aged 0 to 25 are experiencing declining wellbeing, the Danish government has established a wellbeing commission. We look into some of the 35 recommendations aimed at addressing this concerning trend and improving the quality of life for Denmark’s youth.

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  • Long-term unemployment is double for non-Western immigrants

    Long-term unemployment is double for non-Western immigrants

    An analysis from the Labour Movement’s Business Council shows that the rate in long-term unemployment for non-Western immigrants is 1.8 times higher than for Danes. In other words, a chronic unemployment situation is way more probable for non-Western internationals.

  • Minister proposes major changes to rules for international students in Denmark

    Minister proposes major changes to rules for international students in Denmark

    The increasing number of Nepalese students coming to Denmark and working in various industries, along with their spouses, is raising concerns within government ranks. Immigration and Integration Minister Kaare Dybvad Bek has announced his intention to introduce stricter rules for everyone.

  • Denmark to invest heavily in vocational education

    Denmark to invest heavily in vocational education

    The Danish government will allocate one billion DKK annually from 2030 to improve vocational education. The initiative aims to lower dropout rates, enhance training quality, and address labor shortages by increasing financial support for schools, teacher training, and international study opportunities.

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