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ICT and economy
Consumers are doing more and more of their shopping online, for example using their mobile phones. And smart robots are making manufacturing better, cheaper and quicker. The government wants the Netherlands to stay a global leader in information and communication technology (ICT). That's the idea behind its Digital Agenda.
Encouraging enterprise
In developing countries, the Netherlands supports local startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that want to grow. We also help Dutch companies to do business internationally, boosting local economies and sustainable trade with their innovative solutions.
Improving the climate for business
Extra support particularly benefits smaller producers in developing countries. The Netherlands carries out a range of activities to help create a stimulating climate for business.
Contact
For more information on Dutch efforts to achieve sustainable, inclusive economic growth, contact:
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Trade and development cooperation
More and more low- and middle-income countries are not only recipients of aid but also trade partners. The government therefore encourages investment and trade activities in these countries.
Dutch development cooperation policy
The Dutch government wants to promote sustainable economic growth in developing countries. And it wants to work towards global stability and security and to foster human rights. It can best do so by focusing on the fields in which the Netherlands itself excels, for example water management and food security.
International Public Goods (IPG's)
International Public Goods (IPGs) are international issues or goods that affect everyone, or goods that should be available to all. Clean air is an example. Everyone uses air and is affected by air pollution.
Doing business in developing countries
Economic growth is an important weapon in the fight against poverty and hunger in developing countries. The government therefore encourages these countries to develop their private sectors. For example by helping entrepreneurs build their knowledge and skills.
Financing development cooperation
In 2014, the government will invest €3.7 billion in development cooperation. This money will be spent on direct support to poor countries, and to companies and organisations such as the United Nations and the World Bank.
Development cooperation partners and partnerships
In implementing its development cooperation policy, the Dutch government works with various partners. These include the private sector, civil society organisations (CSOs), non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and research institutions. Cooperation enables knowledge, technology and networks to be pooled.
Equality for women worldwide
Equality between women and men is of vital importance, all over the world. But in practice, women and men are not always treated equally. The Dutch government is therefore committed to equal treatment for women, and to strengthening women’s position in developing countries.
Climate and development cooperation
Developing countries will be the first to feel the impact of climate change, and they will be hit hardest. The climate is therefore a major component of Dutch development cooperation policy.
Partner and focus countries in development cooperation
In the field of foreign trade and development cooperation the Netherlands has a special relationship with certain countries. These are known as ‘focus countries’ when the relationship revolves around trade and ‘partner countries’ when it revolves around development cooperation.
Development Cooperation Matchmaking Facility
Companies in developing countries are often looking for reliable business partners abroad. The Development Cooperation Matchmaking Facility puts those companies in touch with Dutch businesses. The goal is to stimulate joint investment.
