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An Introduction to Denmark
Information about Denmark for school children.
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The Anders Fogh Rasmussen Government
The general election of November 2001 resulted in the formation of a
minority government consisting of The Liberal Party and The Conservative
People’s Party and led by Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen. This is a
presentation of the Ministers of the Government.
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Architecture
Sydney Opera House, designed by the Danish architect Jørn
Utzon, is probably the best-known example of Danish architecture,
but it is only one of many, which together have made architecture
a Danish export success.
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Ballet, Dance and Theatre
Danish ballet and dance are of international standard and even
though that Danish theatre is of national scope because of the
language barrier, it has been able to maintain a high level of standard.
In this fact sheet, you can read much more about Danish dramatic art.
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Cinema
Since the 1990s, Danish cinema has experienced a boom. This factsheet
will provide you with information about the history of Danish
cinema and the people behind the Danish film successes.
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Classical Music
Danish music life flourished in the first Golden Age in the first half
of the 19th century, but today Danish music is in fact enjoying a second
Golden Age. In this fact sheet you can read about classical music and opera
in Denmark.
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Crown Prince Frederik
Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark is popular with the Danes.
His childhood and education were aimed at the fact that one
day he will accede to the Danish throne, but at the same time,
he insists that he also wants to be an ordinary person.
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Denmark and the European Union
Denmark has been a member of the European Economic Community since 1973 - from
1993 the European Union. In this fact sheet, you can read about Denmark's and the
Danes' opinion concerning the European co-operation and about the Danish EU policy.
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Denmark - An Overview
From a geographically point of view, Denmark is a small country. However,
if considered from other angles, Denmark is placed very high internationally.
This factsheet will paint a portrait of Denmark, treating, for instance, of
the country's geography, history and social and political situation.
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Design and Applied Arts
Applied arts and design are in a strong position in Denmark and
they are part of most Danes' daily life. In this factsheet, you can
read about Danish design and applied arts and about the persons having
influenced the development in this field.
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Economy
Traditionally, Denmark’s foreign trade has been intense.
This factsheet proves that this is still the case and that Denmark
thus co-operates closely with the economic organisations: EU,
OECD and WTO.
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Economic Life and Labour Market
Compared with most other EU countries, Denmark has a very high rate of economic
activity. This factsheet will provide you with information about Denmark's economic
life and labour market.
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Education and Training
In Denmark, education is regarded as an'’equality-promoting formative tool'
and primary and lower secondary education, i.e. the local authority schools
for children (folkeskole), is therefore comprehensive, with no separation
of the pupils according to for instance abilities or social background. In
this fact sheet, you can read more about the Danish educational system.
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Environment and Energy
For many years, Denmark has given a high priority to environment
and energy policy. This factsheet focuses on Denmark's efforts
to limit pollution and increase recycling.
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The Faeroe Islands
Today, the 18 islands located in the North Atlantic are a self-aware
partner of the Danish Crown. In recent years, the Faeroe Islands
have worked for increased home rule or full sovereignty.
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Danish Football
Football is a national sport in Denmark. In recent years, the All-Denmark
team has qualified for most final rounds of the European Championship and
World Cups, culminating in the victory at the European Championship in 1992.
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Foreign and Defence Policy
Today, Denmark co-operates closely with the Nordic countries,
the EU, the UN and NATO but at the same time, Denmark has been
able to maintain a clear and distinctive foreign and defence policy
profile.
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Greenland
Greenland is the world’s largest island and considering
its arctic climate and unique nature, the island constitutes a
special part of the Danish Crown. In accordance with home rule,
Greenland has obtained extensive powers of self-government in
recent decades.
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History
The history of Denmark is the story of a former great power which
at one time lost large territories, but gradually came to terms
with its role as a small nation.
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Infrastructure
With the opening of the major road and rail links across the Great
Belt and the Oresund, the Danish transport situation has radically
changed. This factsheet will inform you about both the physical
and the administrative infrastructure in Denmark.
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Jazz, Pop and Rock
Danish music has made its mark internationally within several areas.
This factsheet enlightens you as to the development of Danish jazz,
pop and rock and presents the newcomers on the Danish music scene.
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Language
Through the ages, Danish has been influenced by many different languages,
but during some periods, the influence has also gone in the other direction.
This fact sheet will give you information about the Danish language and its
development.
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Literature
Danish literature is more than Hans Christian Andersen, Søren
Kierkegaard, Karen Blixen (Isak Dinesen) and Peter Høeg.
This factsheet will enlighten you as to the history of Danish
literature and the many brilliant Danish authors.
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Mass Media
The Danish mass media include a free and critical printed press,
a number of commercial television channels and four public service
stations partly or fully financed by licence fees. This factsheet
brings you up to date as to the current Danish media profile.
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Politics
With a minimum percentage required for representation of only
2% of the votes cast, there are many political parties in the
Danish parliament, the Folketing. This factsheet explains why
the Danish political system is characterised by compromise.
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Refugees and Other Foreigners in Denmark - Seen in an International Perspective
Issues relating to the reception and integration of refugees and
immigrants are placed ever higher on the political agenda in Europe.
This fact sheet focuses on the Danish Government’s initiatives in this
area and outlines some of the differences and similarities between the
Danish solution model and the solution models chosen by other countries.
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The Royal House
The Danish monarchy can be traced back more than 1000 years. This
factsheet will give you information about the very popular Danish
queen, Margrethe II, the history of the Royal House and its place
in the Danish society.
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About Queen Margrethe II:
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Queen and Her Country
Social and Health Policy
The Danish welfare state is currently undergoing change, but this
factsheet will bring you the key facts regarding the Danish social
system and the objectives of the Danish social and health policy.
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Sport
The Danes like sports, and this factsheet centres on Denmark's
multi-faceted sports life, from the record achievements of the
elite to the popular sports enjoyed by the masses.
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Visual Arts
In recent years, Danish painting has attracted increasing international
attention, for instance the 19th century so-called Golden Age
painters. In this factsheet, you can read about the history of
Danish visual arts and today’s artists.
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