Extremely harsh policies toward immigrants and refugees have been introduced in Denmark

Extremely harsh policies toward immigrants and refugees have been introduced in Denmark, causing concern for immigrants and refugees, particularly Muslims. The new administration, formed after general elections in June, is expected to continue this firm position against migrants, and may affect the migration policies of other European countries.

"They are not weakening the already tough immigration laws. They will still maintain the same strict views on immigration". He added "parties in other countries are looking towards the Social Democrats' success in Denmark” – Kasper Møller Hansen

This article has been published in The Yomiuri Shimbun, which is Japan's largest and most influential newspaper. It is based on an interview with Kasper Møller Hansen, Professor in Political Science at University of Copenhagen.