Denmark is located in northern Europe, with a population of over 5 million people. It has a constitutional monarchy and parliamentary government system. Denmark is a member of the European Union but does not use the euro as its currency. The economy relies on industries like renewable energy and tourism, and the country has a strong social welfare system that provides benefits like maternity leave, education assistance, and unemployment coverage.
3. POLITICS
European Union (without Euro).
Constitutional monarchy.
Queen Margrethe II.
Constitution of Denmark, separation of
powers.
Folketing.
Parliament: 179 members.
The Government (The Cabinet, Prime
Minister and other Minister).
Margrethe II, Queen of
Denmark.
Helle Thorning-Schmidt,
Prime Minister of Denmark.
4. POLITICS
Not a single unified judicial system.
Member of NATO.
Divided into five regions and 98
municipalities.
High taxes.
17. SOCIAL WELFARE
Maternity Leave:
52 Weeks/ 100%
Educational Grants and Loans:
Unemployment Benefits:
Covering Living Costs
90% of previous income/ 2 years