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This week we welcome influentials and journalists in security and defence from around the world to The Hague for two visitors’ programmes. They will attend the NATO Public Forum Live, as well as visit think tanks & start-ups and connect with peers in the Netherlands. #NATOsummit

Grateful for our Dutch allies for hosting the NATO summit at this critical moment. They are steadfast defenders of our shared security goals, and I’m looking forward to productive meetings about where we’re going as an alliance.

Day 2 of the #NATOsummit starts here at the World Forum in The Hague! 📅 Today’s programme: ➡️ North Atlantic Council with Heads of State ➡️ Closing press conference with Mark Rutte Mark Rutte on summit outcomes and the road ahead

During the North Atlantic Council (NAC) at the #NATOsummit, world leaders were introduced to the hosting country: the Netherlands 🇳🇱.

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! 🇳🇱

We are grateful for the kind words from @potus about the Netherlands. It was an honor to host the American delegation and other world leaders for the monumental #NATOsummit.

This is a proud moment for the Netherlands as a founding member of #NATO. 🇳🇱🤝

"The NATO Summit yesterday was GREAT, the most unified and productive in history. A wonderful day with incredible and caring Leaders. The Agreed to 5% gives NATO real power!" - President Donald J. Trump

#KingdomNL’s Bahia Tahzib-Lie kicked off the day by running through NYC alongside fellow ambassadors to celebrate 80 years of the United Nations🇺🇳 Today marks 8 decades of working together for peace, justice & development. We look back on some of this year’s highlights & forward to many more🙌

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.

As of today, Commando Luchtstrijdkrachten, or the Dutch Air Force Command, will be called Commando Lucht- en Ruimtestrijdkrachten, or the Air and Space Forces Command to reflect the next step in the Ministry of Defense’s evolution: not only air power, but space power, too. 🚀✈️

🎆 Happy 4th of July to all our American friends! 🇺🇸 From fireworks to freedom, the Netherlands celebrates with you today. As your oldest continuous ally, we raise a toast to liberty, friendship, and BBQs. Wishing everyone a safe and spectacular Independence Day! 🎉🧨🌭🍔

Heartbreaking scenes coming out of Central Texas due to the severe flooding. Our thoughts are with all those impacted. We have deep respect for the tireless efforts of first responders working around the clock. 1/2

We continue to monitor the situation closely. Dutch nationals in need of consular assistance can contact the Netherlands’ 24/7 contact center at +31 247-247-247 or on X via 24/7 BZ 2/2

Today I welcomed 14-year-old Pieter Theeuwes, who is representing the NL at the #BreakthroughT1D Children's Congress to raise awareness of the daily challenges of living with Type 1 diabetes. We talked about research funding and treatment, & he shared with me his inspiring story.

The judgment of the ECHR CEDH is crystal clear: Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and for the deaths of everyone on board, including 196 Dutch nationals. This confirms what we have known and felt all along, and is an important step on the road to justice. 1/2

In 2020 the Netherlands submitted an inter-State application to the ECHR CEDH regarding Russia’s responsibility for the downing of flight MH17 and the deaths of everyone on board, including 196 Dutch nationals. The Court ruled in the Netherlands’ favour: government.nl/latest/news/20…

Russia isn't just trying to bring Ukraine to its knees on the battle field. For 3,5 years, it has been attempting to destroy Ukraine's society and economy. Today, I announced €300 million on behalf of the Netherlands for reconstruction and economic recovery in 2025 and 2026. 1/2