Denmark to close embassy in Argentina – News

The government of Denmark announced on Friday that it would close its embassy in Argentina as part of a “restructuring” of its foreign service, which will favor delegations in other nations.

Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod publicly reported on the decision in response to the situation in Afghanistan, which forced the authorities to prioritize “the security and protection of the Danish people in a world where democracy, human rights and values ​​are under increasing pressure”.

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“Restructuring means, among other things, that our missions in the EU, NATO, UN, Arctic, Africa, as well as with regard to our export initiatives will be further strengthened. In total, 16 missions and 9 departments will be reinforced at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Copenhagen, ”the press release explains.

Denmark will also close the Embassy in Tanzania, as well as the Consulate General in Chongqing (China) and the Trade Mission in Barcelona (Spain).

“My priority as Minister of Foreign Affairs is to ensure the safety and security of the Danish people in a world where democracy, human rights and our values ​​are under increasing pressure. This reorganization is meant to help us direct our efforts, both here at home and around the world, so that we can make the biggest difference possible, ”he said.

And he added: “The serious event in Afghanistan over the past two weeks requires reflection, and we need time to digest and analyze this in cooperation with the Danish Parliament. After this process, the government will present a new foreign and security policy strategy at a later stage “.