The royal couple of Denmark, King Frederik and Queen Mary, are set to embark on a state visit to Australia from March 14 to March 19, which was initially announced in January along with the participation of three ministers and a business delegation. However, the timing of the visit has been affected by the recent announcement of a parliamentary election scheduled for March 24. The Danish royal house has confirmed that there will be some adjustments to the visit's plans, but specifics will be provided later, particularly concerning the attendance of the ministers.

The purpose of the state visit is to strengthen Danish-Australian ties in various areas such as green transition and economic security. The royal house emphasized in their press release that enhancing partnerships with Australia is particularly critical in light of significant geopolitical shifts that have economic and security implications for both Europe and the Indo-Pacific region, linking developments in these areas together.

As the state visit approaches, further announcements are expected regarding the altered program and the roles of the participating ministers, which will clarify how Denmark aims to continue fostering its international relationships despite domestic political changes. This visit underscores the importance of continuing diplomatic relations and collaborations amidst evolving global challenges.