Good to speak with Prime Minister @NikolPashinyan of Armenia. I congratulated him on his electoral victory, which is a clear endorsement by the Armenian people for regional peace and stability, as well as closer cooperation with the EU and democratic reforms. Armenia can count on The Netherlands’ support. We also discussed the peace process with Azerbaijan.
Just had a pleasant conversation with @presidentaz Aliyev of Azerbaijan. We agreed to further deepen the political and economic cooperation between our countries. We reflected on the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan and the Russian aggression against Ukraine.
I expressed appreciation for Azerbaijan's contribution to regional peace and stability. Finally, I thanked Azerbaijan for its assistance to the Dutch embassy team in Iran, which has been unable to work from Tehran over the past few months.
I want to congratulate @NikolPashinyan on his electoral victory. These results are a clear endorsement to his agenda of regional peace, connectivity, and increased EU-Armenia cooperation.
The Netherlands supports Armenia as it actively works to advance human rights, democracy, and the rule of law.
The Netherlands and Moldova work together closely in a variety of areas. Today I welcomed @sandumaiamd to the Netherlands to discuss and strengthen our ties.
Since the start of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, Moldova has been a key partner for neighbouring Ukraine and the rest of Europe. The Netherlands continues to support Moldova in this regard and therefore backs Moldova’s accession to the EU.
Today, we pledged €1.5 million in additional support for Moldova, with a focus on defence cooperation and strengthening Moldova’s cybersecurity and hybrid resilience.
Our strong ties offer opportunities for further growth, for example through collaboration in the areas of horticulture and sustainable energy. I look forward to working on this with President Sandu.
Russia’s pressure on Moldova has not weakened its European ambition - it has strengthened it. Pleased to welcome President @sandumaiamd to The Hague today to discuss Moldova’s EU future, regional security and our continued support for Ukraine.
Discussed with Armenian FM @AraratMirzoyan our strategic partnership, the EU-Armenia Summit, and the upcoming elections. There are growing concerns of foreign interference. I announced that the Netherlands is contributing via UNDP to help ensure free, fair, and secure elections.
Today the Netherlands and 23 @OSCE participating States invoked the Moscow Mechanism to establish a fact-finding mission to assess Georgia’s implementation of its OSCE commitments. We have repeatedly expressed concern about the rapidly deteriorating situation in Georgia. 1/2
For a year now, the people of #Georgia have exercised their rights by standing up for freedom and democracy despite intimidation, violence and repression. No government can ignore their plea. 1/2
The 🇳🇱 Embassy team joined #DiplomatsForEquality to march at #PrideInLondon today!
We joined together to celebrate and reaffirm our commitment to defend and advance the equal rights of LGBTIQ+ persons.
🌈 Orange is always part of the rainbow 🌈
The Netherlands expresses full solidarity with the UK, following their statement on the impact of cyber activities against their democratic processes. This is yet another example of the need to remain vigilant about malicious cyber activities.
Gaza is in complete blackout and isolation while heavy shelling continues. @UNRWA warns about the desperate situation of Gaza people without electricity, food, water. Far too many civilians, including children, have been killed. This is against International Humanitarian Law.
🌈 On #ComingOutDay the Netherlands reaffirms its commitment to defend and advance equal rights of #LGBTQI+ persons – and the freedom to express their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Human Rights belong to everyone, everywhere - no matter who you are or who you love!
Driving back from Manchester, with colleagues, after a few days of in-depth discussions with 🇬🇧 politicians and think tanks at the Tory conference. Labour’s conference in Liverpool next week is next.
Great news! Millions of liters of oil were safely transferred from the decaying tanker #FSOsafer, preventing a catastrophic oil spill and ecological disaster. This success was made possible through international teamwork led by @UNDP and in partnership with @beleefboskalis.
Hosting seminar at our Embassy on involving civic society and local government in #Ukraine’s recovery and rehabilitation proces, after the Russian military agression which is illegal under international law.
The Netherlands stands with Ukraine.
At #Ukraine conference here in London, Dutch vice minister @PMGrotenhuis stresses crucial role private sector, civil society for rehabilitation Ukraine after Russian military agression.
Netherlands contributes to early recovery in energy infrastructure, railways, healthcare.
7⃣4⃣ years ago today @NATO was founded to protect the security & stability of the Euro-Atlantic area. Our strength lies in our unity. The 🇳🇱 and 🇬🇧are both founding members.
United in our resolve, the Netherlands is committed strengthening the growing NATO Alliance. #WeAreNATO
The Netherlands, Germany and Denmark will provide Ukraine with 100 Leopard 1A5 Main Battle Tanks, including ammunition and military training. We will continue to support the people of Ukraine in their fight against Russian aggression. #StandWithUkraine
The Prime Minister just informed President @ZelenskyyUa that NL 🇳🇱support for Ukraine 🇺🇦for 2023 will substantially increase. The Netherlands will make 2.5 bln euro available for military and humanitarian support. #StandWithUkraine