Denmark and the EU

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Scandinavia seeks EU approval for SAS support: report — 09 November 2012, 14:15 CET

The three Scandinavian countries, Denmark, Norway and Sweden, have sought EU approval for guaranteeing new loans for SAS airline, the financial daily Dagens Industri reported on Friday.

Denmark to veto EU budget unless it gets rebate: PM — 25 October 2012, 17:15 CET

Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt warned Thursday that she would veto the EU's 2014-2020 budget proposal if Denmark does not receive a one billion kroner (134 million euros) rebate.

Euro-MPs approve sanctions for over-fishing — 13 September 2012, 12:28 CET

The European Parliament on Wednesday approved sanctions on countries such as Iceland and Denmark judged to have over-fished specific stocks, such as mackerel.

Denmark's Aarhus picked for European Capital of Culture 2017 — 24 August 2012, 19:18 CET

The Danish city of Aarhus was recommended on Friday by an EU selection panel as one of two European Capitals of Culture to be chosen for 2017.

Faroe Islands blast threat of EU sanctions in mackerel war — 18 July 2012, 17:16 CET

The Faroe Islands, an autonomous Danish territory, on Wednesday harshly criticised calls by Ireland and other EU countries for sanctions against it and Iceland for over-fishing of mackerel.

Denmark: country overview — 31 May 2012, 21:29 CET

This thoroughly modern market economy features a high-tech agricultural sector, state-of-the-art industry with world-leading firms in pharmaceuticals, maritime shipping and renewable energy, and a high dependence on foreign trade. Denmark is a member of the EU; Danish legislation and regulations conform to EU standards on almost all issues.

Denmark and Sweden ratify EU fiscal pact — 31 May 2012, 16:50 CET

Parliaments in non-euro countries Denmark and Sweden have ratified the European Union's fiscal pact designed to strengthen the euro, as Ireland voted on it in a referendum Thursday.

Denmark hopes Hollande can help swing EU growth pact — 15 May 2012, 16:37 CET

Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt said Tuesday she hoped the election of French President Francois Hollande would boost efforts to secure an EU growth pact by July.

Doing business in Denmark: Staff welfare — 30 March 2012, 00:50 CET

This guide summarizes the Danish legislation responsible for ensuring staff welfare.

Doing business in Denmark: Sustainability — 30 March 2012, 00:47 CET

Danish legislation requires companies to account for their social responsibility.

Doing business in Denmark: Environmental rules — 30 March 2012, 00:39 CET

This guide outlines the most important environmental legislation in Denmark.

Iran summons Danish envoy to protest EU oil embargo — 24 January 2012, 13:57 CET

Iran on Tuesday summoned the Danish envoy, whose nation currently holds the rotating presidency of the European Union, after the 27-nation bloc moved to impose an embargo on Iranian oil exports, media reported.

EU okays conditionally DFDS acquisition of Norfolk — 19 June 2010, 00:25 CET

The European Commission has approved under the EU Merger Regulation the acquisition of Norfolk, a ferry and cargo shipping provider in the North Sea, by DFDS of Denmark. The approval is conditional upon the conclusion by DFDS of a space charter agreement on routes between the UK and Denmark.

Denmark: Economy Overview — 09 May 2012, 22:56 CET

Denmark's thoroughly modern market economy features a high-tech agricultural sector, state-of-the-art industry with world-leading firms in pharmaceuticals, maritime shipping and renewable energy, and a high dependence on foreign trade.

Denmark Investment Climate 2009 — 23 October 2009, 16:23 CET

Denmark is characterized by political, economic and regulatory stability. The macroeconomic environment is sound and the investment climate is favorable. Denmark is situated strategically, linking continental Europe with the Nordic and Baltic countries. The transport and communications infrastructure are efficient. Denmark is among the world's leaders in industries such as information technology, life sciences, energy technology, and shipping.

Representation of the European Commission in Denmark — 23 October 2009, 16:18 CET

Contacts of the European Commission representation in Denmark.

Access to finance — 02 June 2012, 00:28 CET

An overview of the finance programmes for small and medium businesses in Denmark.

Setting up a business in Denmark — 02 June 2012, 00:18 CET

The formation of companies in Denmark is governed by a number of laws, including the Companies Act, the Private Companies Act, the Act on Certain Commercial Undertakings, the Act on Commercial Foundations and the Act on Commercial Foundations. This is an overview of the process of starting a new business in Denmark.

Denmark and the euro — 03 February 2008, 23:08 CET

Denmark joined the European Union in 1973. It has negotiated an opt-out from the euro and is thus not obliged to introduce it.

Denmark country profile — 02 June 2012, 00:44 CET

Denmark is a constitutional monarchy, ruled today under the 1953 constitution. Denmark has been a member state of the European Union since 1973.

Invest in Denmark — 05 August 2006, 15:02 CET

Invest in Denmark - Ministry of Foreign Affairs site

Danish Exporters — 05 August 2006, 15:01 CET

Danish Exporters is Denmark's official export market place, published by the Danish Trade Council and Krak in co-operation with Confederation of Danish Industries and the Danish Chamber of Commerce - your key to Danish goods and services.

British Chamber of Commerce in Denmark — 05 August 2006, 14:01 CET

The Chamber of Commerce in Denmark is a forum for business networking for Danish and British business people.

Doing Business in Denmark (HLBI) — 05 August 2006, 14:01 CET

Guide from HLB International, which produces a series of international booklets on accounting, taxation and company law information.

Denmark International Tax guide (Deloitte) — 31 May 2012, 21:37 CET

Business guide from Deloitte featuring information on Taxation in Denmark.