Thursday 5 November

KLM is preparing for a painful restructuring, announcing the elimination of 5,000 jobs to achieve 1 billion euros in annual savings. Facing a confluence of rising operational costs, taxes, and geopolitical instability, the airline’s management warns that these drastic measures are essential for the company's survival. Read more →

Inspired by the American DARPA, the Netherlands has launched the Netherlands Institute for Defence Technology in Amsterdam. Backed by an annual budget of 350 million euros, the agency will focus on developing cutting-edge autonomous systems to protect critical infrastructure in the North Sea. Read more →

Nexperia has filed a 2 billion dollar damages claim against the Dutch government following the state’s decision to block technology transfers to China. The move highlights the growing tension between national security export controls and the commercial interests of high-tech firms operating in the Netherlands. Read more →

The Dutch coalition government is struggling to reconcile internal divisions over a proposed millionaire tax after a legislative debate stalled. With the government’s majority on a knife-edge, officials are now retreating behind closed doors to salvage the fiscal policy before a crucial parliamentary vote. Read more →