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The author offers opinions on Scandinavia. The region's prosperity in the 21st century is primarily attributed to the high quality of public administration and government in its countries. This is said to stem from a pragmatic approach to policy decisions which is based on a feeling of trust among Scandinavians which exceeds that of the population of other regions.

Discusses the vote on September 28, 2000 in Denmark on whether to join Europe's single currency. Implications that the vote could have for other Nordic countries; Political conditions in Norway and Sweden that involve membership to the European Union.

Presents an analysis of the political condition in Scandinavia. Reasons due to which the political left will hold on to power in this region; Analysis of forthcoming elections in Sweden and Denmark; Opinion that the left coalition needs to trim bloated welfare budgets; Details of campaign of the elections in Sweden; Situation the Swedish economy; Reforms implemented by Carl Bildt, the Swedish Prime Minister; Information on the election campaigns in Denmark; State of Denmark's economy; Results of public opinion polls.

The author offers opinions on the countries of Scandinavia. Economic and social indicators are cited to support the contention that Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland have created economic and social policies which further economic development while retaining a high level of social services due to pragmatic policies which are not trapped in outmoded ideologies.

This article discusses politics in Nordic countries and a possible federation and union between Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, and Denmark.

Reports that Denmark and Sweden are considering whether to adopt the euro. Whether Norway should join the European Union; Reasons that the countries are considering the change in currency; How other Scandinavian countries would likely follow Denmark should it adopt the single currency; How the wishes of the Danish will influence the decision.