Climate - United States

The Netherlands remains one of the most consistent defenders of a rules-based international order. After World War II, the United States helped build this global system because it understood a simple truth: predictable rules reduce the cost of doing business and stable institutions protect everyone from chaos.

In short, it provides a level playing field for us. As an open economy heavily reliant on global trade, we have a direct stake in keeping this system functioning. When international contracts are honored, courts function, and trading standards apply equally, exporters and businesses lower their risks and costs.

From enforcing intellectual property protections to coordinating responses to global security risks, these shared frameworks keep us safe and prosperous. By working together to update and uphold these rules, the US and the Netherlands ensure a stable global environment where our businesses can thrive and our citizens remain secure.

The world has changed significantly since 1945, so together with the United States we are modernizing the international system established after World War II. We strongly support updating institutions like the World Trade Organization so that today’s economic realities, digital trade, and new security risks are properly reflected in the rules.

By working alongside the US to renew these frameworks, we show that our commitment is to honor the past, but at the same time create a fair and effective system for the future.