Caribbean & Latin America
The next major hurricane, cyberattack or maritime disaster may not wait for reinforcements from Europe. A new government-commissioned assessment paints a sobering picture of how vulnerable the six Dutch Caribbean islands remain when faced with large-scale crises. While officials have made progress since Hurricane Irma, the report suggests
Europe & EU
As governments prepare for this year’s UN climate summit in Turkey, the Dutch cabinet is making a clear bet: keep international climate ambition moving forward, even as geopolitical tensions, shrinking development budgets and resistance from major emitters threaten to slow progress. But behind the broad European consensus lies a
Asia & Australia
Can private investors help close the enormous financing gap facing developing countries? And how far is the Dutch government willing to go in using the World Bank as a vehicle for reconstruction in conflict zones such as Ukraine, Gaza and Syria? Those questions are at the heart of the Dutch
United States & Canada
Could the European Union soon deploy one of its most powerful legal tools to shield the International Criminal Court in The Hague from Washington? The Dutch parliament is showing unity in defence of the International Criminal Court as fears grow that Washington could announce new sanctions against the Hague-based
Middle East
After nearly a quarter-century of almost uninterrupted Western military involvement in Iraq, a remarkable chapter is coming to an end. With the formal closure of the US-led Operation Inherent Resolve, Dutch troops have now left Iraq entirely. The question facing The Hague, Baghdad and NATO allies is what
United States & Canada
The Dutch government has formally informed parliament about the special meeting at which 82 of the 125 ICC member states voted to remove former prosecutor Karim Khan. The outcome itself is no longer news. Yet the cabinet's report highlights a more pressing question for The Hague-based court:
Middle East
Are Dutch customs officers now searching passengers arriving from Israel for prohibited settlement goods? Israeli officials and international commentators say yes. But according to Dutch authorities, the reality appears far less dramatic. As a diplomatic dispute between The Hague and Jerusalem escalates, claims about extensive airport checks are adding a
Europe & EU
The International Criminal Court in The Hague is facing renewed pressure from Washington, and two of Europe's key supporters are drawing a line in the sand. During a joint visit in The Hague on Monday, Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul pledged unwavering
Caribbean & Latin America
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has used high-level talks with Venezuela's interim leadership at the United Nations to press for the safe return of opposition figures, highlighting the case of opposition leader María Corina Machado. The intervention comes as new reports suggest Machado was recently denied permission to
United States & Canada
Just days after Prime Minister Rob Jetten used his United Nations General Assembly speech to defend the ICC against growing US pressure, Joe Popolo, the American ambassador in The Hague has publicly pushed back, offering a stark reminder that Washington's objections to the court run deep and enjoy
United States & Canada
As pressure mounts on the International Criminal Court and Washington prepares sanctions against the Hague-based tribunal, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten used his debut address to the United Nations General Assembly to deliver one of his strongest international messages yet: the ICC must be protected. Exclusive reporting and analysis
United States & Canada
The Dutch government is intensifying efforts to head off a new round of American restrictions on ASML's China business, as pressure mounts in Washington for tougher controls on advanced chip technology. Prime Minister Rob Jetten says he is confident a compromise can still be reached, but the outcome