Today we observe #IDAHOBIT by standing with the LGBTIQ+ ๐ณ๏ธโ๐ community. As we celebrate 25 years of marriage equality in the NL๐ณ๐ฑ, we know our work isn't done. The march toward equality continues. We stand for the rights of all LGBTIQ+ persons. ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ #LoveIsLove
Today, the flags wave high for freedom! ๐ณ๐ฑ On Dutch #LiberationDay, we celebrate the end of WWII and the enduring bond between the Netherlands and the United States. We will never forget the American service members who fought to restore our liberty.
On May 5th, the Netherlands marks Liberation Day. We reflect on the end of the Second World War, and the fact that it enables us to live in freedom โ while recognising that we must never take peace and freedom for granted.
Happy Dutch-American Friendship Day! ๐บ๐ธ ๐ณ๐ฑ
Today we celebrate the official start of US-NL diplomatic relations. On April 19, 1782, John Adams was formally received by theย States Generalย in the Hague while seeking support for the Revolution.
Twenty-five years ago today, the Netherlands became the first country in the world to legalize marriage for same-sex couples. Celebrating 25 years of marriage equality is about more than marriage itself. Itโs also about dignity, freedom, and human rights. ๐ณ๏ธโ๐ #LoveIsLove
๐น Female Founders at CES
At CES in Las Vegas, we sat down with female founders from the Dutch delegation to hear their perspectives on innovation, leadership, and building global companies.
๐ Check out the video below for their experiences at CES
๐กLast week, the Netherlands was strongly represented at Photonics West in San Francisco.
The PIC Summit, hosted by @photondelta & @PlugandPlayTC, brought the full PIC value chain together. The Netherlands Pavilion organized by @PhotonicsNL showcased our thriving ecosystem.
On #HolocaustRemembranceDay, we honour the memory of the victims of the Holocaust.
We will continue to stand up against antisemitism and hatred in all its forms.
In these times, vigilance is more important than ever.
๐นโกCES in 60 seconds
From sharing insights to connecting with investors, 41 innovative Dutch start-ups took part in the trade mission to CES 2026, showcasing their cutting-edge technologies on a global stage.
๐ฌ Watch the recap to relive a week of innovation in Las Vegas!
๐ณ๐ฑ Dutch Trade Mission to RSAC 2026
Looking to expand your cybersecurity business and gain the latest insights into the industry? Join the Dutch trade mission to the RSA Conference in San Francisco from March 22-27.
Register here: https://t.co/xmiviFVe99
๐ฃ๐๏ธ ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐๐น๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ถ๐ ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ!
Check out the latest updates from our Dutch network across the West Coast. From CES to honoring WWII Maritime service, weโve got a lot to share!
Read it here: https://t.co/NqVdK7Joqs
๐ ๐ณ๐ฑ ๐บ๐ธ ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐ก๐ฒ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ: ๐ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ธ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ป๐ป๐ผ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป
CES 2026 is a wrap! 41 companies from the Netherlands showcased their cutting-edge innovations on the global tech stage in Las Vegas.
๐ฌ๐งฌThis week, the Consulate General hosted a breakfast meeting in collaboration with Loyens & Loeff.
Panelists Elisabeth Thijssen, Sander van Deventer, Casper Hoogenraad and Brandon Fenn discussed scaling to the U.S. and key steps for European biotech growth.
๐ News from Dutch companies at CES
At CES, Dutch companies E-Magy, Qualinx, Bridge4IP and MorlaMoves have made special announcements, highlighting the strength of the Dutch tech ecosystem.
@NLAmbassadorUSA was present to congratulate the companies with their milestones.
๐ The NL Pavilion at CES was officially opened with a special unveiling together with CEO of @CTATech Gary Shapiro , President of CTA Kinsey Fabrizio and Ambassador @bmtazelaar.
๐ณ๐ฑโฑ๏ธAs we count down the last days to CES in Las Vegas, we're highlighting three companies that are contributing to the future of optical systems, integrated photonics, and digital health.
๐Meet these companies at the Netherlands Pavilion at CES, booth #62100
๐๐๐๐ฆ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐: ๐๐๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐
At CES 2026, the latest Dutch cybersecurity technology will showcase how cutting-edge technology from the Netherlands is strengthening digital resilience worldwide. Meet the companies joining us at CES below๐
๐ก At CES, Dutch innovation in energy materials will showcase cutting-edge technology and energy solutions.
Meet the energy innovators joining the trade mission to CES in Las Vegas๐
๐โจTo all our partners on the West Coast, here is a special message from our Consul General Theo Peters.
Thank you for all the collaborations this past year and we look forward to more in 2026. Happy holidays!