Section2.Denmark

** 1.History/Background of E.U. Country **

Click on the flag to look at Yellow houses, in Skagen, Denmark. || Denmark is a country which was always ruled by a monarch since the 900s. The first king was known as Gorm. Gorm's son Harald Bluetooth united Denmark under Christianity. He ruled Denmark in the latter half of the 900s. Dorm's grandson was known as Canute the Great. Canute commanded a vast empire, which ruled England, Norway, and Denmark until 1305. Our country, Denmark, became important during the Middle Ages. In the terms of the 1953 constitution, Denmark is a limited, heredity monarchy. Denmark was a neutral during World War I, but it got occupied by Germany Nazi during World War II from 1940 to 1945. In 1788 Denmark became involved in a breif war with Sweden. These wars did not affect Denmark economically since Denmark was a very stable economy. 
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Danes wear clothing according to the seasons. In general, Danes avoid flashy dresses, and wear relaxed casual clothes. Danes usually follow European fashion trends. Busy families in Denmark make an effort to have dinner together. During family meals, the father and the mother sit at the opposite ends of the table. Danes eat with a knife in the right hand and a fork in the left. Brick is the most common building material used in Demark. Modern Danish homes are built on one level, and new homes in Denmark are handicap accesssible. Our country, is known for its impressive architecture, including castles, cathedrals, and palaces. Old homes in Denmark are heated by oil, but new houses are heated with the help of natural gas. In Denmark music, ballet, theater, and other cultural activities are popular. In Denmark soccer is the most popular Danish spectator sport. ||

Click on the European Union flag to see a link of the front of the European Coucil building in Strasbourg, France || In 1973, Denmark becomes a member of EU.
 * 2. Year of Admission to E.U. History and General Information about the E.U.**
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In 1992, Denmark rejected a treaty which would have led Denmark to use the Euro and have stronger political ties to the EU.

In 1993 voters accepted a similar version of using the Euro so they could be a part of the European citizenship, military, and elimination of borders. But, they are fearful that they will be over-powered by large countries.

When the European Trade Association [EFTA] failed in helping Denmark to trade, Denmark left the EFTA and joined the European Union.

The EU allows goods to move freely across borders; people have more choices over what to buy; they can buy clothing at a cheaper price and no tariffs on EU goods. The people of EU countries can travel freely to other countries to find work. Same currency for most of the countries is used.

More travel unites Europe by allowing Europeans to view Europe as one united region.

Languages divide the the EU because with more than 20 languages, communication can be difficult.

The European Union is less than half the size of the United States, but its population is over 50 percent larger.

The EU also known as the European Union is an organization of 27 Europen nations. The EU was known as the European Community until 1993. Together the 27 nations of the EU is known to form an economic superpower. The EU has its own intstiutional structures and decision making framework. ||


 * 3. How does the E.U. and your country feel about global temperatures/climate change? ( What are they doing?)( evironmental issue) **

Affecting Denmark and the Danes for the past 25,000 years. One reason we chose to make an effort to stop global warming is beacause, climate forms an integral part of the European Council's agenda. Another reason is, all the 27 Member States in the European Union, both individually and jointly, have been active on a action against climate change now for a number of years.We have decided to take the effort to stop global warming as our country's major priotity. If we don't stop global warming, climate change might start affecting the Danes in a very severe way. An example would be causing diseases like lung disease due to pollution, emmission, and greenhouse gases. media type="file" key="Malini 1.wav" width="300" height="50" Click on the link to hear our view! ||
 * [[image:DA_009.jpg width="325" height="242"]] || Our country of Denmark, has decided to support and to make and an effort to stop global warming. We chose this decision beacuse, global warming has been

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 * 4. How does the E.U. and your country feel about supporting the war in **
 * || On 16 November 2005, the EU Afghanistan adopted a Joint Declaration setting out a new partnership. This Joint Declaration outlines increased co- operation,based on Afghan ownership, actors a range of areas. The European Council welcomes the recent announcement by President Obama of a reinforced engagement and commitment by the United States to Afghanistan and Pakistan. The European Council underline the need to maintain challenges in Afghanistan, building on a combination of political, civilian development and military instrument. Denmark wants all the children in Denmark to be able to have access to education. Denmark's objective from 2008 to 2012 are to increase securing, stability, state building, human rights, education, and the improvement of living conditions in Afghanistan. Denamrk also feels that all the children in Afghanistan should be able to have access to good education. Since our country has an objetive from 2008 to 2012 we have decided to follow it until we reach our goal to help Afghanistan and it's people.

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 * 5. What is the economic background of your country and how does your country feel about supporting the economies of weaker countries in the E.U? //(economic issue)// **
 * [[image:Canal_in_Copenhagen.jpg width="220" height="252"]] || Our country, Denmark, is a prosperous country that has one of the world's highest standards of living. Agriculture was Denmark's most important economic source, but in the 1990s it was supplemented by growth in manufacturing and trade. After World War II (1939-1945), Denamrk's fastest growing sectors have been in services such as transportation, tourism, and health care. Industrial goods in Denmark's economy make up the most important exports. Meat, diary products, and fishing are among Denmark's most important exports. The main cash crops include grain, potatoes, and sugar beets. 65 percent of Denmark's land is devoted to agriculture. We have decided to support the economies of the weaker countries in the E.U. Since immigrants moved to Denmark, they are improving integration to sustain the welfare state. So we decided if immigrants are helping us, we should help them back on return. One good thing that can come out of all this is if all the countries in the European Union work together it might help to boost all our economies.