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Mette Frederiksen Forms New Coalition, Begins Third Term as Denmark's Prime Minister

After months of negotiations, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has successfully formed a new left-leaning minority coalition, marking her third term in office.

Editorial Staff / 2026-06-01 / 1min

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced the formation of a new coalition government following inconclusive elections held in March.

This coalition, which is left-leaning, is expected to address several pressing issues that Denmark currently faces.

Frederiksen's successful negotiations have resulted in her securing a third term in office, highlighting her continued influence in Danish politics.

Updates

Update at 02:17 UTC on 2026-06-02

DW News reported After her party's weakest showing since 1903, Mette Frederiksen spent months negotiating a coalition to stay in power.

Sources: DW News

Update at 23:04 UTC on 2026-06-02

Le Monde reported After unusually lengthy negotiations, the leader of Denmark's Social Democrats has succeeded in forming a center-left coalition, bringing together four parties in a fragmented political landscape.

Sources: Le Monde