Denmark is located in northern Europe, between the North Sea (on the west) and the Baltic Sea (on the Southeast), Copenhagen is the capital. In the south, it shares a 68 kilometer border with Germany and its population according to the 2013 statistics is 5,599,933.
The word “Denmark” goes back as the ages of the Viking age, when the Danes first settled by 10.000 BC.
Furthermore, every country has its own governmental system, so let us paint a vivid image on Denmark’s governmental system. In fact Denmark was unified as state on June 5, 1849 under Harald I Gormson, and then became a Constitutional Monarchy.
They are actually the oldest monarchy in the world. The parliamentary system has been structured since 1953.
There are 179 members who are elected in four-year terms. The Prime Minister can call an early election if needed. There have never been less than eight parties represented in the Folketing (Parliament) in the last 20 years.
All Danes who are 18 years of age who are permanent residents are eligible to vote and also stand for election to the Folketing.
Moreover, every country has its own political view but when it comes to Denmark, the largest party is the Social Democratic party, which was founded in 1871 and it has a membership of about 100,000. Other governing parties include Conservative People’s party, Socialist People’s party and Liberal party.
In addition, “the 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 European Union (EU); Danish legislation and regulations conform to EU standards on almost all issues. Danes enjoy a high standard of living and the Danish economy is characterized by extensive government welfare measures and an