Asia & Australia
The Dutch government is continuing its efforts to locate and potentially repatriate the remains of five Dutch soldiers who went missing during the Korean War, but no breakthrough has been achieved so far. JA21 MP Michiel Hoogeveen has drawn attention to the issue through parliamentary questions and has received a
United States & Canada
The Dutch government is responding with extreme caution to new concerns from the United States that one of ASML’s most advanced chipmaking machines may have ended up in China, despite strict export restrictions.
Asia & Australia
The state visit of Japanese Emperor Naruhito to the Netherlands highlights how relations between The Hague and Tokyo are evolving from a historically burdened relationship into an increasingly close strategic partnership. Whereas previous visits were still heavily shaped by the legacy of the Second World War, the focus has now
Asia & Australia
The Dutch government is stepping up pressure on parliament to ratify the EU–ASEAN aviation agreement, warning that the Netherlands risks blocking the entire deal and undermining its international credibility if it fails to act.
Europe & EU
The Dutch government wants to become significantly less dependent on the United States for its security and defence in the coming years. That is the central message of the new International Security Strategy 2026–2030, presented to parliament this week.
Dutch politics
The Dutch cabinet is expected to issue formal apologies to the Moluccan community in the near future for the way they were treated by the Dutch state.
Asia & Australia
The Dutch government has stepped up diplomatic efforts in the long-running case of the abducted girl Insiya, confirming plans to send a broad delegation to India to advance discussions.
Dutch politics
Efforts by the Dutch government to counter unwanted foreign interference are running into difficulties. Key legislation has stalled, while new instruments — including a dedicated reporting hotline — have yet to become operational and are facing delays. This is outlined in a letter to parliament by Justice and Security Minister David van
Asia & Australia
The Dutch government will continue to advocate for a greater, “meaningful” participation of Taiwan in international organisations and meetings. This is outlined in answers by Foreign Minister Berendsen to parliamentary questions from GroenLinks-PvdA MPs Kati Piri and Tom van der Lee.
Middle East
A broad coalition of 23 Western and partner countries — including the Netherlands, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and France — has issued a joint statement sharply criticising the activities of Iranian security services and a series of recent violent incidents in Europe.
Europe & EU
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally suspended its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, following the conclusion of an internal investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct. The decision was announced on Monday by the court’s governing body, marking an unprecedented step against one of the ICC’s most prominent officials.
Asia & Australia
The Netherlands has expressed strong support for a new European Union assistance package for Armenia, while also stepping in with targeted support for the country’s embattled flower industry.