Mette Frederiksen will return for a third consecutive term as Denmarkâs prime minister, leading a center-left minority coalition of four parties. The government follows a general election in March and months of lengthy negotiations within a fragmented political landscape, coming after her party's weakest showing since 1903.
The new government is preparing to take office on Wednesday. Key appointments include the reappointment of Lars Lokke Rasmussen as Foreign Minister, while Jeppe Bruus has been appointed defense minister and Peter Hummelgaard will serve as finance minister.
Frederiksen has pledged that the new coalition will improve the everyday lives of Danes by addressing the cost of living crisis. To achieve this, the government proposes measures such as halving VAT on food and providing free public transport to young people.
Internationally, the government plans to continue its support for Ukraine. Frederiksen is also expected to maintain a firm stance against US pressure and President Donald Trump's ambitions for Greenland.