I. Diplomatic Relations
There is reciprocal representation at Embassy level. There are Greek Honorary Consulates in Arhus and Troshavn (Feroe islands).
II. Framework of Treaties
The most important bilateral treaties are:
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Conciliation, arbitration and judicial settlement |
Athens 13.4.1933 |
1933 |
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2 |
On the manner of serving legal documents |
Athens 18.5/6.6.1936 |
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3 |
On the exploitation of regular air transport routes |
Athens 14.11.1947 |
1948 |
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4 |
Trade agreement |
Copenhagen 25.2.1949 |
1949 |
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5 |
Exchange of notes on patents |
Athens 2.6.1952 |
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6 |
Abolition of Visa requirement |
Athens 1.4.1953 |
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7 |
On reciprocal tax exemption of income gained in shipping or aviation |
Athens 4.3.1961 |
1964 in force since 1965 |
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8 |
Cultural cooperation |
Athens 17.9.1976 |
1979 |
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9 |
On international transport with appended Protocol |
Copenhagen 2.2.1979 |
1981 |
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10 |
On the avoidance of double taxation of income or capital |
Copenhagen 18.5.1989 |
1991 in force since 1992 |
III. Political relations
Bilateral relations between Greece and Denmark are in a very good level.
Relations between Greece and Denmark are largely determined by their membership in the European Union and NATO. Both sides cooperate on a regular basis, either through bilateral collaboration or within the framework or in the ocassion of participation to international organisations, in line with the settled practice during their Presidency of the EU. The two countries are non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for the two year period 2005-2006.
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark attended the Athens Olympic Games in 2004 and she paid an official visit to Greece in May 2006 (24-26.5.2006).
IV. Economic Relations
The sum of bilateral trade for 2004, was 505.56 million, with the balance being in deficit for our country (-290.84 million). The Greek investing presence in Denmark is minimal, while Danish bussinesspeople have developed a notable activity in the Greek market. Our country is the second popular tourist destination for the Danish (294,076 visitors in 2003).
V. Cultural relations
Both the Greek Embassy in Copenhagen and the Danish Embassy in Athens are endeavouring to enhance cultural exchange between the two countries. Exhibitions, concerts, and lectures are amongst the many activities that seek to introduce the peoples of the two countries to one anothers civilization. The Symposia on Seferis and on Kazantzakis held in Copenhagen in 2004 should be mentioned as an example, together with Hans Christian Andersen year (2005) and the numerous activities held in Athens in this context.
The Danish Institute, situated in the Plaka district of Athens, organizes various cultural activities. Though the Institute has no counterpart as such for promoting Greek culture in Denmark, besides the Embassy's efforts, there is a full calendar of activities organized by the Melina Cultural Association, which also produces a significant number of publications.
VI. The Greek Community
It is estimated that about one thousand Greeks live in Denmark. The majority are residents of the Greater Copenhagen area, which is where the Greek Community of Denmark is based.
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