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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 2d

DK congratulates the 14 new members of the Human Rights Council for the 2026–28 term: 🇦🇴 🇨🇱 🇪🇨 🇪🇪 🇪🇬 🇮🇳 🇮🇶 🇮🇹 🇲🇺 🇵🇰 🇸🇮 🇿🇦 🇬🇧 🇻🇳

We look forward to working together and following your work in #HRC to promote and protect #HumanRights around the world.

Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 9d

At #UNSC today, Denmark stressed the importance of providing the political and financial support necessary for the AU to assume its key role in securing peace and stability on the African continent.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 15d

At the #UNGA veto debate, 🇩🇰, on behalf of the E10, reiterated our call for:

An immediate, unconditional & permanent ceasefire.

The immediate, dignified & unconditional release of all hostages.

Immediate & unconditional lift of all restrictions on entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 16d

Denmark joins 49 other UN Member States at a stakeout in support of the draft UN Security Council resolution on enhanced security support to #Haiti

More must urgently be done to arrest widespread gang violence & insecurity

Now is the time for the #UNSC to act 🗳️

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 17d

Today, at the #UNGA General Debate, 🇩🇰 Permanent Representative, Ambassador Christina Markus Lassen delivered Denmark’s national statement.

Read Denmark’s full national statement here 👇

shorturl.at/eQaiI

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

Young people are essential partners in shaping our common future.

At #UNGA80, Denmark together with 🇩🇰 youth delegates, mark 30 years of #WPAY and call for full, effective and meaningful youth participation.
#Youth2030 #UN4Youth

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

🇩🇰🇪🇪🇪🇺🇩🇪🇱🇻🇱🇹 co-hosted a #UNGA80 side event on accountability and justice in #Belarus together with Svetlana Tikhanouskaya

Denmark is proud to support @iapbelarus.org

Lukasjenka’s regime must be held accountable for its atrocities against political prisoners and the Belarusian people.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you, Finland 🇫🇮, for a productive bilateral this afternoon between @sophieloehde.venstre.dk and Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen, discussing shared priorities in the Nordic cooperation — including joint procurement of antibiotics. #UNGA80

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

Children and young people must be at the centre of global efforts on mental health and noncommunicable diseases — early investment is key to healthier lives and stronger health systems. Today, Denmark’s @sophieloehde.venstre.dk highlighted this priority at the #UNGA80 High-Level Meeting.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

Today 🇩🇰 Minister for the Interior and Health @sophieloehde.venstre.dk participated in the opening of the #UNGA80 High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health, reaffirming Denmark’s commitment to advancing global action on NCDs and promoting mental health and well-being.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 21d

Yesterday, 🇦🇱🇩🇰🇲🇭🇳🇱 as co-chairs of The Group of Friends of Accountability following the Aggression against Ukraine - together with 🇪🇪 and 🇺🇦 - hosted a high-level event on ensuring accountability for Ukraine.

DK reiterated our steadfast commitment towards accountability for 🇺🇦

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

DK is proud to be a member of the #WPS Focal Points Network.

Today, Under Secretary for Foreign Policy, Eva Barløse, reaffirmed 🇩🇰 commitment to the WPS agenda, highlighting Danish actions to promote full, equal, and meaningful participation of women in peace efforts. #UNGA80

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

Today, the #UNSC convened for the first Open Debate on #AI during the high-level week of #UNGA80.

Denmark 🇩🇰 highlighted that responsible and trustworthy use of AI is essential to promote peace and security. AI must be used in compliance with international law.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

Today at #UNGA80, leaders gather at the Climate Summit 2025, pushing for climate action toward #COP30 in Belém!

🇩🇰 @larsaagaard.bsky.social reiterated EU’s commitment to climate action and highlighted DK’s system-wide efforts, from energy and industry to transportation and agriculture.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

Today 🇩🇰 State Secretary for Development Policy participated in the Biennial Economic Summit as follow up to Pact for the Future and Sevilla Commitment 🇺🇳

DK focus on reform of International Financial Architecture, new guarantee instruments and support for fair taxation 🌏🌎🌍

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

🇩🇰 Minister for the Interior & Health, Sophie Løhde, spoke at a #UNGA80 side event on people-centred primary care, co-hosted with Tanzania & the World Diabetes Foundation. She stressed that through cross-sector & cross-border cooperation, we can build strong safety nets for all.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 22d

Great to welcome Danish Minister for the Interior and Health Sophie Løhde to New York!

Over the coming days, she’ll take part in key events and discussions on life science, NCDs, mental health, and how we can find shared solutions to global health challenges.

#dkpol #UNGA80

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

🇩🇰 today condemned 🇷🇺’s further escalation of its illegal war on 🇺🇦.

The ever-increasing drone and missile strikes killing civilians.

We all need to increase the pressure on RF with additional sanctions.

We need a ceasefire now, direct UA-RF talks and a just and lasting peace.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

Today 🇩🇰 proudly stood with 40 countries to support 🇺🇦’s sovereignty & territorial integrity.

We will all keep providing UA with the help it needs to defend itself against RF’s war of aggression.

We all call on RF to stop the killing and enter meaningful negotiations with UA.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

“Friends also have to speak the truth to each other. (…) Israel’s war in Gaza has created a humanitarian catastrophe. Israel must comply with international law, including IHL. The human suffering in Gaza must be brought to an end.”

- DK Foreign Minister in #UNSC today.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

Today, 🇩🇰 participated in a meeting of ECOSOC’s Ad Hoc Advisory Group on #Haiti

Denmark is alarmed by the staggering security, humanitarian, & human rights crises in Haiti.

The #UNSC & international community must act now to bring security, law & order to the country.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

🇩🇰 met UNDP’s Haoliang Xu at #UNGA80 to strengthen cooperation on climate, governance and sustainable development.

Strong partnerships deliver global progress.
#GlobalGoals #Partnerships

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 23d

The #UNGA80 General Debate kicked off today 🇺🇳

Denmark was represented by 🇩🇰FM Lars Løkke, Ministers Jeppe Bruus & Lars Aargaard, 🇫🇴FM Sirið Stenberg, 🇬🇱FM Vivian Motzfeldt, & Amb Christina Markus Lassen.

We look forward to a constructive dialogue with colleagues from around the globe.

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 24d

With only five years left to deliver on the #2030Agenda, we must keep our promise to future generations.

Denmark stands ready to act - together with all partners – to achieve the #SDGs.

#SDGMoment2025 #UNGA80

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Denmark in the United Nations @denmarkun.bsky.social · 24d

Today, Denmark’s State Secretary for Development Policy met with UNFPA ED Diene Keita — stressing the need for an effective UN to deliver on women’s health, SRHR and gender equality, and discussing UN80 reform, Danish support and UNFPA’s presence in Copenhagen.

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