Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱

Tweets from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands | For tweets in Dutch follow @MinBZ

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

This week, I am visiting Azerbaijan and Armenia to further deepen our cooperation with both countries. I will also discuss the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace process with my colleagues @Bayramov_Jeyhun and @AraratMirzoyan. The Netherlands supports further steps towards lasting peace.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

What do maritime security and AI have in common? Both call for international cooperation.

Our Kingdom works with partners at the UN to solve global challenges together. On #UNday, we look back at the UN General Assembly and why this work matters.

https://t.co/OxUgSxk0MY

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

Conflict, climate change and poverty cross borders. The @UN brings countries together to find solutions. On #UNday the Kingdom of the Netherlands underlines the need to keep talking and working together. Solving global challenges requires cooperation.

[Netherlands Mission in Geneva @NLinGeneva]

Great reception for 🇳🇱 candidate Prof. Dr. Marten Zwanenburg to the International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission #IHFFC.

Facts matter, especially in times of war.

His vision: Strengthen the Commission and promote compliance with #IHL.

“Promote. Consolidate. Engage.”

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

There is growing pressure on global food security as climate change puts harvests and livelihoods at risk. The Netherlands works with partners on resilient crops, better water management and healthy soils. Food, water and climate belong on the same agenda. #WorldFoodDay

[Netherlands Mission in Geneva @NLinGeneva]

Facts matter, especially in times of war.

When international humanitarian law is violated, who establishes the facts?
The International Humanitarian Fact-Finding Commission #IHFFC: independent, impartial, neutral.

✔️Vote Prof. Dr. Marten Zwanenburg, election 20 Nov 2026, Bern.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

NL is making €15 million available this year for the recovery and reconstruction of Syria. @ministerBHOS announced this during the @worldbankgroup Annual Meeting. The contribution will go to a World Bank fund in which various countries are joining forces.
https://t.co/JhTXy2BNIc

[Sjoerd Sjoerdsma @ministerBHOS]

Honored to be welcomed by Prime Minister @trahmanbnp for a fruitful exchange on Bangladesh’s democratic transition, international priorities and opportunities to deepen cooperation in water management, textiles, agriculture, port logistics and shipbuilding.

[Sjoerd Sjoerdsma @ministerBHOS]

Good to speak with my 🇧🇩 counterpart, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, about the Dutch trade missions focusing on the maritime sector this week, and water technology and sustainable textiles later this year. A great example of the growing economic ties between our countries.

[Sjoerd Sjoerdsma @ministerBHOS]

Bangladesh is going through a period of significant change. Spoke with State Minister Humaiun Kobir about new opportunities to deepen the already close ties between our countries 🇧🇩🇳🇱. Also discussed how we can further strengthen our trade relations and create new opportunities.

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Good exchange with my colleague FM Badr Abdelatty on how to further strengthen the important relationship between Egypt and NL. We discussed the need for progress on the security of our respective embassies and consular affairs.

[Dutch Embassy in Indonesia @NLinIndonesia]

The Netherlands has returned 20 cultural objects from the Rijksmuseum and Wereldmuseum to Indonesia, at Indonesia's request, marking an important step in 🇳🇱 and 🇮🇩 cooperation on restitution.

Read more: https://t.co/LcdSiaZmT1

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

For the Netherlands, equal rights for and protection of LGBTIQ+ people are key priorities in our work at the MFA.

On #ComingOutDay, UN Independent Expert Graeme Reid and 🇳🇱 Human Rights diplomat Laura Hoekstra highlight why protecting these rights worldwide remains essential.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

Together with our partners, the Netherlands reaffirms its continued and unwavering support for the independence, impartiality, and integrity of the @IntlCrimCourt in this joint statement:
https://t.co/PiioIJmqmL

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

The Netherlands will continue to stand up for the @IntlCrimCourt. As host state and as a signatory to the ICC’s Rome Statute, we will continue to do everything in our power to ensure that the Court can function effectively.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

The Netherlands warmly congratulates Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded this year’s #NobelPeacePrize in recognition of her efforts to promote peace and international law.

[The Nobel Prize @NobelPrize]

BREAKING NEWS
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the 2026 #NobelPeacePrize to Navanethem “Navi” Pillay for her efforts to promote peace and international law.

#NobelPrize

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

This week, the Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavik brings together participants from 70+ countries.

For 🇳🇱, security, climate and science are all highly relevant for the Arctic region and beyond.

Our polar strategy 2026–2030 is now available in English: https://t.co/1bRjyv2qv8

[European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 @eu_eeas]

Statement by HR/VP @kajakallas on Ethiopia and regional implications.

Respect for international humanitarian law is imperative. Civilians need to be protected at all times, and unhindered humanitarian access must be ensured.

Read more: https://t.co/V6eGbtDzkl

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

This week marks 20 years since investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya was murdered. Attacks on journalists are unacceptable. NL supports the @MediaFreedomC statement and calls on Russia to let journalists work freely, release those unjustly detained & end their persecution.

[Media Freedom Coalition @MediaFreedomC]

The Media Freedom Coalition has published a statement marking 20 years since the assassination of Anna Politkovskaya.

"Impunity for crimes against journalists and media workers cannot prevail."

Full statement: https://t.co/roXDZSclrT
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[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

NL and UK continue to strengthen Ukraine's cyber resilience, including through a €7 million Dutch contribution channeled via the
UK’s Ukraine Cyber Programme for 2026–2027.

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

The Netherlands and Ukraine held their 2nd Cyber Dialogue in The Hague. We agreed to step up bilateral efforts to counter Russian cyber threats. 1/2