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Netherlands Pushes Major Private R&D Investment Drive as AI Reshapes Innovation
The Hague, Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
Dutch lawmakers are demanding stronger policies to boost private research spending, which has stagnated at current levels for a decade despite ambitious government targets. The parliamentary push comes as artificial intelligence transforms innovation landscapes, creating both massive energy demands and breakthrough opportunities like AI-discovered geothermal sites in Nevada. With Minister Karremans targeting 3% of GDP in R&D by 2030, the private sector must contribute an additional €26.7 billion between 2026-2029 to meet this goal.
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Dutch Government Center Hosts Major Circular Procurement Networking Event
The Hague, Sunday, 21 December 2025.
PIANOo will bring together procurement professionals on January 29, 2026, at The Hague’s historic Remise venue for an afternoon focused on circular and innovative purchasing strategies. The event features economist Paul Schenderling, author of the bestselling ‘There is life after growth,’ opening discussions on sustainable procurement practices. Attendees can choose from specialized sessions covering innovation-oriented purchasing, environmental impact measurement, and sustainable civil engineering across three interactive rounds, concluding with a networking reception.
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Innovation Expert Challenges Dutch Companies on Collaboration Spending
Netherlands, Monday, 22 December 2025.
Dr. Mira Bloemen-Bekx warns that Dutch companies are diverting crucial innovation funds toward expensive collaboration consultants instead of actual research and development. Her December 2025 analysis reveals that while collaboration remains essential for innovation capacity, businesses often treat it as an end goal rather than a strategic tool. The expert, who researches regional innovation partnerships at Hanze University, emphasizes that successful collaboration requires trust and shared interests, not just formal frameworks like triple-helix partnerships between education, government, and entrepreneurs.
Netherlands Signs Defense Innovation Deal to Boost Military Technology Through Regional Partnerships
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Netherlands Launches Major Open Data Conference to Reshape Government Transparency Policy
The Hague, Monday, 22 December 2025.
The Dutch government will host a pivotal conference on January 22nd, 2026, marking the beginning of consultations for future-proof open data policy. This strategic initiative aims to establish open data as the foundation of transparent governance and societal innovation, bringing together experts from government, academia, and industry to address critical challenges in data accessibility and reuse.
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Netherlands Expands Major Dementia Research Conference to Include Technology Companies
‘s Hertogenbosch, Monday, 22 December 2025.
The Dutch Dementia Researchers Conference will return to ‘s Hertogenbosch on February 12, 2026, marking a significant shift by welcoming technology companies alongside academic researchers for the first time. Organized by leading health organizations including Alzheimer Nederland and Health~Holland, the expanded conference will feature a dedicated public-private partnership session showcasing successful collaborations and innovation pitches. With one in five Dutch people expected to develop dementia, this gathering represents a crucial opportunity to accelerate breakthrough solutions through cross-sector collaboration in the Netherlands’ growing life sciences ecosystem.
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Netherlands Commits €66 Million to Boost Tech Innovation in Semiconductors and Nanotherapy
The Hague, Wednesday, 17 December 2025.
Dutch government launches major funding initiative targeting 12 cutting-edge technology projects over six years. Investment focuses on nanotherapy, semiconductors, food technology, and water innovation to strengthen Netherlands’ competitive position in critical tech sectors.