Article WPFC Youth Newsroom gives aspiring journalists a stronger voice In november 2020, the World Press Freedom Conference (WPFC) Digital Edition took place in The Hague. Since 2012, a Youth Newsroom has been a part of the conference. As WPFC 2020 co-host, the Netherlands provided Youth Newsroom participants with perparatory coaching for the first time. 14 Dec 2020
Article Tackling water conflict with innovative tools As one of our most valuable natural resources, water is an often-overlooked cause of conflict. With water becoming more scarce, water-related conflicts worldwide increase. A new early warning tool predicts where water-related conflict is likely to erupt, preventing escalation. 16 May 2020
Article Liwwa: finance for SMEs in Jordan The large majority of small and medium-sized enterprises in Jordan have difficulties to get financing. Fintech platform Liwwa is there to support them. 14 Jan 2021
Article Netherlands Innovation Roadshow 2021 After a very successful CES2021, part of the Dutch delegation continues to showcase its innovative tech solutions for global challenges during the virtual Netherlands Innovation Roadshow 2021. Join us for tailor-made market expansion sessions and meet our innovation and startup liaison officers at embassies and consulates throughout the world. 20 Jan 2021
Article FUMI Ingredients develops plant-based egg whites Egg white is the most important animal-based ingredient in many food products, from marshmallows and merengues to most bakery products. Using micro-organisms, the Netherlands Wageningen University biochemists Edgar Suarez Garcia and Corjan van den Berg, founders of FUMI Ingredients, created a tasteless ingredient with… 17 Mar 2020
Article 13 Dutch born solutions win CES Innovation Awards At the beginning of 2021, CES went fully digital for the first time ever. In January 2022, the world’s biggest Consumer Electronics Show will welcome 170,000 companies from 160 countries back to Las Vegas live. A record-breaking number of Dutch companies won CES Innovation Awards for excellent design, with 13 of… 14 Oct 2021
Challenge Digital transformation Towards an empowered digital transformation In solving societal and economic challenges the role of digital innovation is indispensable. For instance, in accelerating energy transition, maintaining security, and keeping healthcare affordable. 16 Aug 2022
Article Building a career in the Netherlands A small country that dreamed big: the Netherlands lays claim to countless business successes. It’s home to major multinationals, cutting-edge startups and a culture that welcomes innovation and collaboration. 13 Oct 2022