Thank you to the CO, Captain van Gemeren & his crew for a warm welcome on the Dutch landing platform dock HNLMS Johan de Witt in Norfolk, that will join a🇺🇸🇨🇦🇳🇱 amphibious exercise along the US East Coast. Today’s uncertainties call for strong alliances. 📸Gerben van Es Ministerie van Defensie

The Netherlands cherishes its longstanding relations with the US. Glad to welcome Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and Senator Senator Chris Coons to The Hague and to discuss all things NATO. I underlined our commitment to the Alliance, and to ramping up defence spending to 5%. 1/2

On Ukraine, I reiterated that we must keep up our support efforts and increase pressure on Russia. In this time of geopolitical turmoil, unity is our greatest strength. 2/2

The Netherlands and the United States go way back. As good friends, trade partners and allies. Today NATO took historic decisions that will strengthen the alliance and our collective defence. Thank you President Donald J. Trump for coming to the Netherlands and for our solid cooperation. Let’s

The Netherlands hosts a monumental #NATOsummit. The Hague Investment Plan is a fact. The most ambitious defence spending plan yet. With 5%, we are taking more responsibility. Ironclad commitment to Article 5. United and stronger than ever. Protecting one billion people.

History has been written in The Hague. 32 NATO allies decide to invest 5% in Defence and security. This is highly needed due to the growing Russian threat. It also provides great opportunities for jobs and innovation. A momentous day to keep our country and allies secure! 🇳🇱

Precious: kid reporters at the NATO summit! Also interviewing SoS Rubio (for the second time). linkedin.com/posts/wouter-j…

Today, the Netherlands marks Keti Koti, the day slavery was formally abolished in Suriname and the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Together, we reflect on this painful history. Remembrance, recognition, and dialogue remain essential.

Back at work after a lovely long weekend, of which the highlight was the reception at the State Department with a wonderful view of the fireworks. Thank you Secretary Marco Rubio!

The US announcement of 30% tariffs on goods imported from the European Union is concerning and not the way forward. The European Commission can count on our full support. As the EU we must remain united and resolute in pursuing an outcome with the United States that is mutually

With great sadness, I learned of the passing of Simon Nanne Groot, founder of East-West Seed and East-West Seed Knowledge Transfer Foundation. He received the 2019 World Food Prize Foundation for his work to transform vegetable farming for smallholder farmers. My ❤️goes out to his loved ones.

The🇳🇱 ranks 10th globally & 7th in Europe in the 2025 Index of Economic Freedom. With 78.2, strong rule of law, open trade & stable institutions keep the Dutch economy thriving. Via: Heritage Foundation For companies looking to invest in the NL, see NFIA North America investinholland.com

“Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii. A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way. Please visit tsunami.gov for the

Timely meeting with Sen. Dan Sullivan. The Netherlands is the new chair of the Standing NATO Maritime Group 1. Hearing about increasing incursions from Russia and China into Alaska territory, waters, and air space. NATO allies remain vital. #SeeYouInAlaska!