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DENMARK OVERVIEW

5.9 million inhabitants 81.7 years average life expectancy 86 % English speakers 38 % of 25 to 64 year-olds have

Due to its geographical location as the southernmost Nordic country, Denmark links the Nordic region and continental Europe. With a population count of more than 5.9 million, Denmark is the second largest country in the Nordics. Danish economic fundamentals remain strong and stable, in terms of parameters such as GDP and employment levels substantially outperforming the rest of Europe. Please refer to p. 12, Danish economy, for a more detailed overview. Motivated by factors such as a healthy work-life balance, good availability of childcare, free education and a reliable, efficient pension system, Denmark continuously wins top rankings in studies such as the Human Development Index and the United Nations’ World Happiness Report. Denmark also ranks highly within business and finance, offering an ease of doing business and a business climate characterised by stability and security. In fact, the Milken Institute has named Denmark the best global investment destination. The ranking is based on business perception, economic fundamentals, finan cial services, institutional framework, and international stand ards and policy The attractive business climate has incentivised global firms such as Lego, Maersk, Novo Nordisk and Vestas to operate their headquarters out of Denmark.

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