Danish MPs giggle as PM announces purchase of elephants and a camel

Recently elected Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, h Parliament laughing at  opening debate on October 5. During a debate that reported lasted for more than 15 hours,  PM announcement at state of acquisition of four circus elephants and a camel in month of September. animals were also last circus elephants in Denmark and country h acquired m for ir peaceful retirement. It was during this time, that PM Frederiksen started giggling, which in turn me all or members of parliament laugh. 

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This was also first speech of new Danish PM to entire nation as Prime Minister. She announced Denmark's acquisition of four elephants: Ramboline, Lara, Djungla, and Jenny. Moreover, she continued explaining to Danish Parliament how country also ditionally acquired a camel named Ali because Ramboline and Ali are best friends, and it would be unfair to break such a close bond of friendship. This announcement sent entire parliament into peals of hysterical laughter. 

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sanction on acquisition of circus animals was approved in September and it was as a step towards a full ban on usage of wild animals for shows. four elephants were reportedly bought for nearly 11 million Danish kroner. And after an unforeseen situation, camel Ali was also bought. se animals were evidently first spotted toger in a documentary on Danish national TV in 2010 when y were all part of Dannebrog Circus. application process was initiated by Ministry of Environment and Food of Denmark. Under this, animals from zoos and parks can finally make ir contribution to taking elephants free of charge from state. Reportedly, Danish government is also planning to introduce a new anti-cruelty law which will put a ban on usage of wild animals in circuses. 

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(With inputs from agencies)