New Danish government vows to resist Greenland pressure and tackle cost of living Denmark’s new left-leaning government, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen for a third term, has pledged to resist US pressure regarding Greenland’s sovereignty and address the cost of living crisis. The coalition aims to improve Danes’ everyday lives through measures like halving VAT on food, offering free public transport to the under-22s, and providing extra support for pensioners. The government also plans to maintain a hardline immigration policy and restructure the pig farming industry.

• New left-leaning government in Denmark led by Mette Frederiksen.
• Pledges to resist US pressure over Greenland’s sovereignty.
• Aims to tackle the cost of living crisis with targeted measures.
• Key measures include halving VAT on food, free public transport for under-22s, and increased support for pensioners.
• The government will maintain a hardline immigration policy.
• Plans to restructure the pig farming industry.
• The coalition is a minority government and will rely on external support.
• Analysts question the government’s potential longevity due to formation difficulties and past scandals.