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The Netherlands launches national quantum strategy amid growing global tech race

The Dutch government wants the Netherlands to remain a global quantum frontrunner, but the new national strategy makes clear that The Hague is no longer looking at quantum technology primarily through the lens of innovation and economic growth. Faced with rising geopolitical competition, cyber threats and concerns over strategic dependencies, the cabinet is now tying quantum policy directly to national security and strategic autonomy. The question is whether the Netherlands can stay ahead without getting caught in the growing technological rivalry between major powers.

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The Hague races to secure ICC payments as US sanctions deadline looms

The Netherlands has only weeks to find a way to keep international payments flowing for the International Criminal Court in The Hague after new US sanctions put its banking arrangements at risk. Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen says finding a solution is “challenging”, with the measures due to take effect in

Netherlands launches DARPA-style defence institute with €350 million annual budget

The Netherlands is setting up its own version of the US defence innovation agency DARPA, with hundreds of millions of euros a year to accelerate military technology and reduce Dutch dependence on foreign suppliers. Its first test is particularly urgent: finding new ways to protect critical infrastructure in the North

Jetten’s minority government in turmoil as coalition scrambles for tax plan deal

The leaders of the three coalition parties will separately negotiate with opposition parties in a last-ditch attempt to secure support for the Dutch government’s tax package, as confusion over the strategy of Prime Minister Rob Jetten’s minority government continues to grow in The Hague. Exclusive reporting and

Sri Lanka corruption scandal costs Dutch government nearly €30 million

The Netherlands has paid out nearly €30 million after insuring loans for a Sri Lankan hospital project now at the centre of a major Dutch corruption investigation, raising fresh questions about the risks The Hague takes when backing exports abroad. Exclusive reporting and analysis from The Hague. First month €2.

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The Hague races to secure ICC payments as US sanctions deadline looms

Netherlands launches DARPA-style defence institute with €350 million annual budget

Jetten’s minority government in turmoil as coalition scrambles for tax plan deal

Sri Lanka corruption scandal costs Dutch government nearly €30 million