Danish Embassy in Beijing Expands Political Team

The Danish Embassy in Beijing has expanded its political team. Maise Biørn Jørgensen joined the embassy on August 20, 2026. Her work focuses on China's foreign and development policy. This appointment helps strengthen diplomatic relations between Denmark and China.

Jørgensen brings strong legal experience to her new role in Beijing. She holds a master's degree in law from the University of Copenhagen. She also completed an exchange program at the University of Liverpool. In 2023, she joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Denmark. She worked in international law and human rights.

Earlier, Jørgensen worked at Denmark's Ministry of Justice. She served as a prosecutor with the Greenland Police in Nuuk. This posting marks her personal return to China. She lived in Shanghai for four years during her childhood. The embassy has not announced her formal diplomatic rank yet. This report comes from ScandAsia.