More immigration problems

So way back in the 1980s, with its prosperous economy and solid welfare state, Denmark became an increasingly popular destination of choice for asylum seekers and family dependents. It was a place that many became to come to to call home. The majority of them being from non western states. 

This, set against a declining birth rate for ethnic Danes, has led to immigrants and their descendents forming a growing chunk of the population. Whereas they are now approaching 6%, back in 1980 they constituted just 1%. 

This topic is one of the most hearted debates over in Denmark right now. Do the Danes push to keep these people out? Think about it. 

Saving some serious cash

Denmark now has some of the strictest immigration laws in the EU. And right now they are getting some serious benefits from it. Since the enforcement of the new laws Denmark has saved 6 billion Lire. Now that is a lot of cash. The Prime Minister has seen this and thinks it is great. He said, "Now that we can see that it does matter who comes into the country, I have no scruples in further restricting those who one can suspect will be a burden on Denmark." 


This could be a problem for some of those living in the country. Better hope they are all productive active Danish people. 

It's time to gamble!

The Denmark Government recently announced that they have decided to deregulate gambling in the country. Denmark has seen a gaming monopoly run for sixty years in the country by Danske Spil which was state owned. The government will now begin to offer a regulated gaming market.

One main reason the government has decided to get rid of the gaming monopoly is because the European Commission had filed a lawsuit against the monopoly accusing them of violating free market regulations. Denmark fought the suit by stating 1.6 billion of their revenues went to charitable and youth organizations. But this did nothing for the European Commission.

Who knows, maybe Denmark will be the next Vegas...pshh. Doubt it. 

Back in the day....

Let's flashback to the 1940's. Denmark was full of Jewish people, and the Nazi occupation was in full swing. Denmark has always been known for its humanitarian views as well as its feelings of equality among people. So the country new that Hitlers army was coming and in a desperate attempt to save the Jewish people they smuggled them out of the country at night. They were very successful, and was the only country to save its Jewish population during WWII. Impressive huh?

Denmark and its tough new immigration laws

So, in short, because of the immense amount of immigrants into Denmark the past few years Denmark decided enough was enough. No longer is Denmark the hippy of Europe regarding immigration. From now on it takes 7 years instead of three to become citizen. No married people under the age of 24 are allowed; due to forced marriages. The stripping of the welfare for the new citizens has happened, as well as a test that takes place on Danish language as well as the Danish history. This is big time here folks. Thinking about moving to Denmark anyone? Maybe now isn't a great time.

A Cartoon kills?

In Denmark there has been an influx in Islamic immigrants in the past few decades. While Denmark has always put itself in a place where entry into the country was alright, and the freethinking Danish people embraced new cultures, we see a turn in another direction. In a weekly article a cartoon was publish depicting Muhammed. Now as we all know, Muslims are not okay with that. An innocent cartoon aimed at the Islamic people ended with dozens dead in the street as well as the Danish flag being burned in Islamic states all over the world. Looks like things are going to be "heating" up.  :p

Production of Denmark, what does the world like?

Denmark produces a few great things that the world really does enjoy. in 1847 Denmark started exporting Danish bacon to England. Now Danish bacon is exported around the world. Another export is the Danish butter called "Lurpak". Lurpak butter is probably the best known brand of butter in the world, and can be bought in more than 100 countries around the world.

Danmark on homosexuality

In 1989 Denmark become the very first European country to legalize same sex marriages. Not only did they allow the marriage of the same gender, but they also offer for gay partnership the same rights as for heterosexual couples. Homosexual couples are allowed to adopt, they are allowed to artificially inseminate and are allowed the rights to do anything that a heterosexual couple can do.

The old Demark

Denmark is the oldest monarchy of west and until 19th century Denmark controlled whole northern Europe and was very important power! The Vikings of Denmark in the old days had conquered England and Normand. Long ago Denmark owned Iceland, Sweden, and Norway but in 20th century Denmark has lost all this territory. The slogan "Beauty in small" was invented in lue of Denmark being so powerful and a gorgeous country

What is Denmark all about anyway?

Denmark is a country no bigger than the size of Vermont or New Hampshire. It is surrounded by hundreds of little island and has been inhabited by the Gothic-Germanic people since prehistoric times. Danish is the primary language, but English is taught in all schools and the fluency of English is high around the country. The country is predominantly Evangelical Lutheran but several other Christian denominations are practiced, as well as other major religions.  Islam is now the second-largest religion in Denmark, with the number of Muslims in Denmark around 4% of the population. Denmark is a constitutional monarchy. The Queen being Margrethe II. Although her power lies in largely ceremonial functions her most significant formal power lies in her right to appoint the prime minister and cabinet ministers, who are responsible for overseeing the government.

The Wonders of Denmark

On this blog I will explore the past and present of the country of Denmark. I will give my knowledge of the government, the people, foreign policy and the current situations that the country faces. I am excited to have you learn and explore the wonderful country of Denmark with me! Let's get this started!