COUNTRY FOCUS
INVEST IN
THE NETHERLANDS
T
he Netherlands is one of the twenty largest economies
in the world and is a leading global knowledge
economy. Holland has a longstanding history of
invention, moving around the oceans of the world, trading
with other countries. In times of global, social and economic
challenges, the Dutch fi nd ways of how innovation and
entrepreneurship can continue to grow.
In order to remain a leader in solving global challenges,
the Dutch focus lies on measures for all businesses and nine
key sectors in particular. Explore the diff erent sectors of the
Dutch economy below, which provide general fact sheets
and analyses.
AGRICULTURE & FOOD
The Netherlands is one of the world’s largest exporters
of agricultural and food products, thanks to its innovative
agrifood technology. The Dutch agrifood sector is a
sustainable source of healthy, safe food that is produced with
respect for nature and the environment.
Delivering sustainable and healthy food
As the world rapidly urbanises, with people migrating
from the countryside to the cities, there is increasing pressure
on urban areas to deliver sustainable and healthy food
supplies. Food security is crucial to economic performance
12 • Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist • Vol 7 • Issue 4 • April-May 2019, Noida