Danish Prime Minister Announces Historic Cabinet Reshuffle

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has reshuffled her three-party centrist government, appointing six new ministers and bringing the total number of ministers to 25, the largest in 30 years. The reshuffle includes the creation of a new ministry for emergency preparedness, climate change, and cyber crimes.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Copenhagen | Updated: 29-08-2024 18:06 IST | Created: 29-08-2024 18:06 IST
Danish Prime Minister Announces Historic Cabinet Reshuffle
Mette Frederiksen
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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced a significant reshuffle of her government on Thursday, appointing six new ministers and bringing the total number of ministers to 25, the largest in 30 years.

This reshuffle, including the formation of a new ministry focused on emergency preparedness, climate change, and cyber crimes, reflects the increasingly troubled global landscape. Torsten Schack Pedersen will head this new ministry following its official presentation to King Frederik X.

Other key changes include Jeppe Bruus heading a new ministry coordinating Denmark's green policy, aligning with the country's ambitious climate goals. Notably, Copenhagen mayor Sophie Hæstorp Andersen will take charge of social affairs, replacing Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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