Denmark–Ireland relations


Denmark–Ireland relations refers to the current and historical relations between Denmark and Ireland. Denmark has an embassy in Dublin, and Ireland has an embassy in Copenhagen. Diplomatic relations were established in January 1962. Both countries have since 1973 been members of the European Union.

History

19th century

During the 19th century, many historians commented on the differences between the Danish and Irish economies. Both countries were mostly agricultural and great exporters to the British market — especially bacon, eggs, and butter. So there was competition between the two.

20th century

said in 1908, "I have always felt that Ireland a second Denmark was no bad ideal for our reformers to set before them."
In 1943, Irish historian J.P. Beddy wrote: Many Irish historians and economists have compared the two countries: Raymond Crotty in 1966, Cormac Ó Gráda in 1977 and Joseph Lee in 1989.

Current relations

When both countries joined the European Union, Denmark opened an embassy in Dublin. Denmark lent 400 million euro to Ireland in 2010 as a rescue deal.

Cooperation and trade

An air transport treaty was signed in 1947, between both countries. In 1993, they signed a double taxation treaty.
In 2008, Danish export to Ireland amounted 5,8 billion DKK, while Irish exports amounted 5,9 billion DKK.

Expatriates

Approximately 800 Danes live in the Republic of Ireland.