The Netherlands consistently ranks among the world’s most competitive industrialized economies in global rankings that measure competitiveness, innovation, and access to infrastructure.

The Netherlands’ eastern expanse is largely ignored by tourists who settle for the big guns of the Dutch lowlands, but there are some hidden highlights among the polders waiting to be discovered.

Jul 21, 2025 · A Press Release summarizing the views of the Executive Board as expressed during its July 16, 2025, consideration of the staff report that concluded the Article IV consultation with the …

For those wanting to develop their career in The Netherlands without securing a job yet, there is an option to take an ‘orientation year’. This allows access to The Netherlands and the Dutch labour …

Dec 11, 2025 · The Netherlands has traditionally played a key role as a gateway to Europe. This position is further strengthened by several structural pillars: the quality of its real estate, a strong …

Higher education in the Netherlands is offered at research universities and universities of applied sciences. In this binary, three-cycle system, bachelor’s, master’s and PhD degrees are awarded.

For all 16 SDGs, the Netherlands has more scientific impact than the world or the EU27, but particularly in the areas of health (SDG 3) and climate (SDG 13), with more than twice the world average, as …