In Denmark, the form of government is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In Denmark, legislative power lies with the Folketing. The head of government is Margarethe II. A country's governmental structure determines the way in which laws are written, approved and interpreted. The type of government determines the way elections are held as well as the country's system of policing its citizens. The term of office of the head of state in Denmark lasts until the next successor. The length of a head of state's tenure directly affects the power and influence of the executive branch. A longer term gives the head of state more authority. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Denmark is 1.15. Due to the strong presence of the law enforcement authorities and the high level of social responsibility, Denmark is very safe in international comparison. The index for the strength of legal rights for Denmark is 8. Overall it is considered quite adequate – bankruptcy and collateral laws are able to protect the rights of borrowers and lenders at least decently; Credit reports are usually sufficient and generally available.

Government
The head of government in Denmark is Margrethe II. Denmark's system of government is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy. In Denmark, legislative power rests with a Folketing; This is a unicameral legislature and therefore a unicameral folketing. According to the World Bank Group, Denmark's Government Effectiveness Index is 1.81. This shows that the Danish government is very effective. Citizens enjoy highly effective social, public and public services and general morale in Denmark is high. State action is efficient and swift, making dangerous situations highly unlikely.

Unions and alliances
This section provides a list of the trade unions to which Denmark belongs.

Denmark is a member of the United Nations (UN). Denmark is a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Denmark is a member of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Denmark is a member of the International Monetary Fun (IMF).