New government negotiations begin Monday at 10 a.m.

The intricate dance of Danish coalition-building has entered a new phase as initial government negotiations commenced Monday morning. Led by Venstre's chairman, Troels Lund Poulsen, these talks signal a shift in the political landscape following the breakdown of previous discussions.

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De indledende regeringsforhandlinger, hvor Troels Lund Poulsen (V) sidder for bordenden, finder sted mandag og tirsdag.

The schedule for Monday and Tuesday outlines a series of meetings, with SF being the first party to engage with Poulsen, who has taken on the role of royal investigator. This process is crucial for determining the composition and direction of the next government, especially after the March 24th general election.

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Forhandlingerne begynder mandag klokken 10, og SF er det første parti på besøg hos den nye kongelige undersøger.

Previously, Mette Frederiksen, acting as the royal investigator, had focused her efforts on engaging with parties within the 'red bloc' and the Moderates, led by Lars Løkke Rasmussen. The Moderates' crucial bloc of seats made them a key player in forming a center-left government. However, these negotiations have now concluded, paving the way for a new approach.

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Troels Lund Poulsen blev fredag aften forhandlingsleder om at danne en ny regering i stedet for Mette Frederiksen (S), og mandag kommer alle Folketingets partier samt de nordatlantiske mandater ind til Venstres formand.

The decision by the Moderates to shift their support and endorse Troels Lund Poulsen as the royal investigator marks a significant turning point. This move underscores the fluid nature of Danish politics and the constant negotiation required to forge a stable government. The coming days will be critical in assessing the potential for a new coalition under Poulsen's leadership.

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Men nu er forhandlingerne om en centrum-venstre-regering altså stoppet.