What the Government stands for

The Government of the Netherlands sees it as its task to promote the security and welfare of the country and its citizens and to safeguard Dutch interests.

  1. International stability and security
  2. A trade oriented economy
  3. Getting government finances in order

Most visited Issues

Agriculture and livestock

A new animal disease has been found in sheep and bovine animals in the Netherlands, caused by the Schmallenberg virus.

lamb drinking with it's mother

International organisations

The Netherlands has multilateral missions at thirteen international organisations.

Asylum policy and immigration

Refugees may be given asylum in the Netherlands if they face persecution in their own country.

Arts and culture

The Dutch government seeks to make the arts and culture accessible to all, and promotes innovation and enterprise.