NEWS 7 - 13 November 2014 THE COPENHAGEN POST | CPHPOST.DK 3 But terrorism and cyber crime is, according to a new report from the defence intelligence agency, FE Miss Madiba’s coming Help for Gaza ZINDZI Mandela, the daughter of Nelson and Winnie Mandela, looks set to become South Africa’s new ambassador to Denmark, according to media in her homeland. Some sites already list Mandela as the ambassador, but not the embassy’s website, where current ambassador Samkelisiwe Isabel Mhlanga is named. The embassy declined to comment on the speculation. DENMARK will increase its aid support to Palestinian refugees and their children’s return to school by 25 million kroner. Some 17 million will help the UN relief organisation UNRWA rebuild the school system and hospitals, while 8 million kroner is earmarked for UNICEF’s efforts in the area. An estimated 100,000 Palestinians are internally displaced inside Gaza SCANPIX Russia not a threat to Denmark ONLINE THIS WEEK CHRISTIAN WENANDE R USSIA has no interest in an open military confrontation with Denmark or NATO, according to a new report from the defence intelligence agency, FE. Its increased training exercises in the Baltic, reasoned FE head Thomas Ahrenkiel, merely indicate the Russians are undergoing a general modernisation of its forces aimed at protecting its own interests. Ukraine could be volatile “THEY SEND a message to NATO that they are active, have a capacity and are willing to act,” Ahrenkiel told DR. “There’s nothing new in that – it’s something we have noticed since 2007 that has since Putin’s just looking after his interests ... as usual increased slightly in recent years.” However, FE did concede that the crisis in Ukraine could end in a European conflict as Russia tries to maintain its position of influence in the eastern European country. Terrorists and hackers DENMARK faces a “serious” threat, warns FE, from mili- Mary and Mogens show Swaziland worries tant Islamists from the Middle East, Afghanistan and parts of Africa, and the return home of Jihadist fighters will exacerbate the situation. And Danish authorities and companies, it continued, still face the increasing threat of espionage via the internet from state-sponsored hackers and other cyber criminals and hacker activists. MOGENS Jensen, the trade and development minister, and Crown Princess Mary were in South Africa this week on a mission to promote trade relations between the two countries and draw attention to gender equality and women’s rights issues. A woman is raped every 26 seconds in South Africa, and the delegation hopes Mary can help bring focus to a “taboo” area. THE GOVERNMENT is concerned about political freedom and human rights issues in Swaziland as the controversial trial of two opposition politicians continues. The pair have been charged with terrorism and sedition for criticising Swaziland’s absolute monarch, King Mswati III, who has since personally met the Danish ambassador in the region, René Dinesen. DRIVING PLEASURE WITHOUT BORDERS. It is not without a reason that The BMW Group has appointed Jan Nygaard AS Denmark’s BMW International and Diplomatic Sales Centre. Why? Because of our commitment to providing members of the diplomatic and international community with professional, personalised service. So whether you are looking to buy or lease, our Diplomatic Sales Team is here to help. Visit us today to learn more about our special offers for diplomats and members of international organisations. Limited Edition 2014 Hästens Stockholm White AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY. FROM 54.180 DKK (180X200 CM, BJ TOP MATTRESS) Inspired by our Swedish heritage, this handcrafted bed in the iconic Stockholm White color brings you the ultimate sleeping conditions. hastens.com Jan Nygaard AS HÄSTENS STORE LYNGBY Nørgaardsvej 1, 2800 Lyngby Tlf. 20 77 09 40 HÄSTENS STORE RØDOVRE Roskildevej 301, 2610 Rødovre Tlf. 36 72 00 40 FULL STORIES AT CPHPOST. Firskovvej 31-33 2800 Kgs. Lyngby Phone 4588 6600