Maersk protests, a 50 billion kroner boost in military spending and why youth wellbeing in Denmark is on the decline

This week on The Danish Connection:Rachel talks about the protests outside Maersk HQ on February 23rd, when 1,000 protesters gathered to demonstrate against the Danish shipping giant’s alleged transportation of military equipment to Israel, and why things took an unexpectedly violent turn. She also discusses the Danwatch investigation that found more than 2,000 consignment notes of shipments from the US to Israel between September 2023 and September 2024.Eva unpacks the Danish government’s new wellbeing commission, established due to concern over alarming statistics indicating that nearly half of individuals aged 0 to 25 are experiencing a decline in well-being. She picks out some of the 35 recommendations that have been published.Rachel discusses the government’s special billion kroner fund for the rapid rearmament of Denmark's defense force and Denmark’s two billion DKK donation to Ukraine, as relations between the United States and Europe weaken.As always you can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or by simply clicking the link in bio.Remember - this is your place to share enquiries, opinions and tales of the immigrant experience in Denmark - and we want to hear from you. Pop us a DM on Instagram or via email [email protected] and let us know if you have a story you would like to contribute.If you liked this episode and think it would be useful for someone you know - please share it with them!