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                          Dignity, Dialogue  and  Development

are the main pillars upon which Denmark will press forward to promote Human Rights.                                                                      

                                                                           Dignity

The inherent dignity and the equal and inalienable rights of all are at the heart of the Danish approach to Human Rights. A life in dignity is a life free from torture and ill treatment, a life free from all kinds of discrimination, a life with Freedom of opinion, expression and religion and with equal treatment and participation for all. The individual right to make one’s own, free choices in life is a central element herein.   December 2016 © MFA of Denmark 

1. Additional: Denmark for the UN Human Rights Council 2019-2021
2. Denmark the Leading force in UN for Human Rights
3. Denmark’s new Humanitarian aid to UNMAS

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As an Arctic Nation since 1867,  the United States is a vital member of Arctic Council which encompasses 8 Arctic States:  Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the U.S. 

In April 2015 the United States assumed the Chairmanship of Arctic Council continuing until May 2017.  This is the second time that the U.S has been awarded the Council’s Chairmanship and its vision for this term illustrates:                                                                                                           One Arctic

                  Shared Opportunities, Challenges and Responsibilities

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On January 24, with the Executive orders President Trump brought into life the Keystone XL Pipeline Project. The President also emphasized that the materials for the project will be made in the U.S.  The measure was greatly welcomed by Canadian government and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated his full support for President’s decision.

Official documents on the the Keystone XL Pipeline and the Dakota Access.

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline, The White House January 24, 2017

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of American Pipelines, The White House January 24, 2017

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Pipeline support President Trump’s Keystone XL Pipeline, CBC news January 24, 2017 

Stephen Harper Former Prime Minister of  Canada 

“Great first step by President Trump in the advancement of Keystone XL, stronger resource development means a stronger economy. ”  © Stephen Harper January 25, 2017

“Thanks to President Trump’s executive order, the Keystone pipeline and the Dakota Access pipeline can finally be built. It’s about time.”   Expressed Speaker of the House Paul Ryan   and continued

“Congress is committed to working with President Trump to move forward with safe and vital infrastructure that will boost our economy and create thousands of good-paying jobs in states across the country.”  © Speaker of the House Paul Ryan’s Office January 24, 2017

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© President Donald Trump Inauguration January 20, 2017 

Representing a new movement of  Visionary-Realism  in America that has begun to echo already  a deep inspiration across the Europe and in the Globe,  President Trump has inaugurated a new American Era.  In his first week in the White House, President Trump has also assured Europe and NATO the United States’ continuation of close partnership and commitments.

Highlighted by the Pentagon spokesman Capt. Jeff Davis: 

“In separate calls today, Defense Secretary James Mattis  spoke with his counterparts from the United Kingdom and Canada and with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg”

“Secretary Mattis  wanted to place the call on his first full day in office to reinforce the importance he places on the alliance,”   Jan. 23, 2017 © DoD Media/News Affairs 

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In the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump–all  European Ambassadors to the United States attended the ceremony and send their best wishes on their websites/twitters.

On the same day almost all European Ministry of Foreign Affairs,   Embassies to the U.S,  Prime Ministers and  the Head of States from:  Austria,  Australia,  Canada,  Czech Republic, Denmark,  Estonia,  Finland,  Israel,  Latvia,  Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ukraine,  NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg  sent their official messages of congratulations and convey their countries wish to continue the special relations with the United States and President Donald Trump.

The list is viewable on our twitter published on the Moment: President Donald Trump’s Inauguration, Highlight of the event and messages  

The Ambassador of the European Union to the United States of America,  David O’Sullivan attended the inauguration ceremony and stated:   “Honored to be attending the Inauguration of President Donald Trump”

 

EU Ambassador David O’Sullivan attending the inauguration ceremony. © EU Ambassador to the U.S January 20, 2017

 

 

 

  © President Donald Trump Inauguration January 20, 2017 

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President Donald Trump the most resemble to President Ronald Reagan.

 

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Commanding Officer of ESPS Relampago, Lieutenant Commander Francisco Garcia Flores of Spanish Navy (right) and  Commodore Hadyn Edmonson of Royal Canadian Navy (left) January 16,  2017 © EU NAVFOR

Spanish Naval warship ESPS Relampago in Operation Atalanta met with the Combined Task Force 150 in their port visit to Tanzania.  

The Commanding Officer of the Combined Task Force 150, Commodore Edmonson visited the EU NAVFOR warship ESPS Relampago and met with the ESPS Relampago’s Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Commander Francisco Garcia Flores and the crew. 

The meeting and discussion of both Commanding Officers highlighted the close cooperation and the joint efforts of EU NAVFOR and the Combined Task Force 150 in counter piracy operation and maritime security in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. 

Special: Interview with Deputy Operation Commander of European Union Naval Force Somalia

1. Additional: Spanish Naval Force in Operation Atalanta-2
2. U.S Naval Forces in Operation Atalanta-2

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