Latest Danish News Highlights on a Monday: Up-to-date Reportage from Denmark Today
Today in Denmark: Breaking It Down
It's Monday in Denmark and there's a buzz in the air! From cancelled flights to record employment rates, here's what's happening
The Great Maritime Dance: Greenland & USA
US President Donald Trump, with elections just a day away, is swimming in green promises for Greenland, vowing billions of dollars to make the island nation wealthy. However, Greenland's Prime Minister Múte B. Egede claims Trump lacks respect and a recent statement from Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reinforces Danish investment in Greenland's society, citing historical ties and joint membership in the Danish Commonwealth.
Easy as Pie? Not for These Flights!
At least 15 fights from Copenhagen Airport were grounded on Monday morning due to strikes at eleven airports in Germany. Destinations like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt were affected, with hurried passengers scrambling for alternative transportation. Surprise strikes launched at Hamburg Airport caused chaos overnight, and further strikes are planned at airports in Stuttgart, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Hannover, Bremen, Berlin, and Leipzig.
The Woman Who Time Forgot
Kirsten Schwalbe, a resident of Struer, in central Jutland, celebrated her 111th birthday on Monday, holding onto her title as Denmark's oldest person. Despite offers for a place in a nursing home, Schwalbe declined, citing her desire to live independently and contribute to her family's wellbeing. This centenarian credits her exceptional longevity to her genetics, as several of her siblings also lived over 100 years.
Bridging the (Employment) Gap
Good news on the work front! The employment rate for non-Western immigrants in Denmark has hit a record high, with 52.3 percent of this demographic in jobs in 2024. This marks a significant shift from 36.1 percent in 2015. Despite the "employment gap" between Danes and non-Western immigrants, it has dropped to an all-time low of 11.4 percentage points, demonstrating Danish companies' growing inclusivity.
Sources: Ritzau, AFP
Today in Denmark, the US President's ambitious plan for Greenland's wealth is met with respectful resistance from Denmark's Prime Minister, reinforcing their mutual investment in Greenland's society. Amidst record employment rates, a significant milestone has been reached in bridging the employment gap between Danes and non-Western immigrants.
In the realm of art, Denmark celebrates the 111th birthday of Kirsten Schwalbe, a remarkable centenarian who prefers to live independently rather than move into a nursing home. Meanwhile, politics and general news have hit an unexpected snag as at least 15 flights from Copenhagen Airport were grounded due to strikes in Germany, causing travel chaos.
Stay tuned for more updates on policy-and-legislation, greenland, space, and local news as we bring you the latest from Denmark. Don't forget to read and celebrate the inclusivity in Danish companies reflected in the record high employment rate among non-Western immigrants.
