Government & Politics

THE GOVERNMENT

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Since 3rd October 2011, the present Government has consisted of the parties Social Democrats, Social Liberals and Socialist People´s Party. Helle Thorning-Schmidt, from the Social Democrats is the Prime Minister.
The Government of Helle Thorning-Schmidt
The Ministries
The Prime Minister's Office


THE CONSTITUTION

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The Constitutional Act, originally verified in 1849 lays down the framework of Danish democracy. The Act outlines the citizens’ rights or human rights such as freedom of expression and freedom of assembly, which is intended to protect citizen’s against infringement of their rights by the State.
My Constitutional Act [PDF]
The Parliamentary System of Denmark [PDF]



FOREIGN POLICY

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Denmark pursues an active foreign policy combining Danish core values of democracy, human rights and the rule of law with a willingness to act. Based on these values, Danish foreign policy aims at increasing international security and stability, ensuring the greatest possible economic progress and prosperity while promoting democracy, human rights and good governance.
Read more about foreign policy [PDF]



FLEXICURITY 

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When people talk about the Danish labour market they often use the term “flexicurity” to describe the model which is successfully managing the challenges of globalisation and securing steady economic growth and employment.
Read more about flexicurity