Peace and stabilisation : Denmark's policy towards fragile states 2010-2015

This report marks the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs' commitment to prioritise peace and security in a 'Whole of Government approach', integrating Danish development, foreign and security policy. This paper is a continuation of the 2009 Defence Agreement and the Government’s upgraded Whole of Government effort (2010). This policy builds on the work of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) concerning fragile state engagement.

A robust, targeted effort is required in fragile states to reduce poverty and counteract armed conflict and its consequences. For many years, Denmark has been among the leading countries in the world in terms of development assistance, and in addition the country has participated in complex stabilisation efforts in a number of the world’s hotspots. By virtue of these activities, Denmark is acquiring the knowledge, experience and international credibility that enable us to make a special effort in fragile, conflict-afflicted states. In the coming years, Denmark will give greater priority to supporting these countries. The starting point is this policy paper that aims to establish priority areas both for our own bilateral engagement and for our contribution to strengthening the international community's joint efforts in this critical area.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark 2013

The Danish Foreign Service comprises the Ministry in Copenhagen and a global network abroad of Embassies, Consulates-General and Trade Commissions. The network of diplomatic missions abroad is the hallmark of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and also provides the basis for enabling the Ministry to safeguard and promote Denmark’s international interests in the most optimal way.