2000

2000 - No to the Euro

In 2000, Danes voted no to adopting the euro in a referendum. Denmark kept the krone as its currency. The Oresund Bridge also opened.

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In 2000, 53.2% of Danes voted no to adopting the euro. Denmark kept the krone as its currency. The same year, the Oresund Bridge opened between Copenhagen and Malmo.

What Happened in 2000?

Importantpolitics

September 28: Danes vote no to the euro

infrastructure

July 1: The Oresund Bridge opens

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