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A new Danish government has been formed today

Ms. Mette Frederiksen has been reelected as Prime Minister. Ms. Frederiksen will lead a new coalition government consisting of parties across the political center. The new government consists of the Social Democrats, the Liberals, and the Moderates. The three parties together constitute a majority government. 
When 15.12.2022

Mr. Jakob Ellemann-Jensen, leader of the Liberals, is Deputy Prime minister and Minister of Defense. 

Mr. Lars Løkke Rasmussen, leader of the Moderates is Minister of Foreign Affairs. 

Mr. Dan Jørgensen is Minister for Development Cooperation and Global Climate Policy. 

The full list of ministers is available here.

The government will continue Denmark’s support to Ukraine’s fight for freedom – on the levels of economic, military and humanitarian support as well as training and reconstruction initiatives. The government will furthermore establish a fund to ensure continued strong civilian and military support to Ukraine and maintain Denmark as one of the largest contributors per capita. 

With the new government in place, the Embassy looks forward to continue its work in support of Ukraine’s resilience and fighting power and in support of Ukrainian-Danish relations.