Learn English: Denmark Fights Declining Reading Rates (hard)

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Denmark Fights Declining Reading Rates

Facing a nationwide reading crisis, Denmark's government is implementing a bold new plan to encourage more people to pick up a book.

This initiative involves removing the 25 percent value-added tax from books, making them significantly more affordable for consumers.

The culture minister voiced concerns about decreasing literacy, especially among young people, and hopes this will make a difference.

By making books cheaper and more accessible, Denmark aims to combat this worrying trend and reinvigorate a love of reading.

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Original: NY Times (Business)

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