Did you know that despite shared alignment with EU AI objectives, Finland and the Netherlands have adopted contrasting national strategies? Finland is considered an AI frontrunner due to its agile and direct approach, in contrast to The Netherlands’ emphasis on consensus-building and extensive stakeholder involvement. Both countries develop their strategies to integrate many initiatives towards […]
Did you know Finland and The Netherlands have different cultures when it comes to failure in entrepreneurship? According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM), the fear of failure when starting a business is more prevalent in Finland than in The Netherlands. In Finland (2021), while a significant 62% of people saw good business opportunities (well above
Did you know Finland and the Netherlands are among the most digitalized economies in Europe? According to the Network Readiness Index 2024, Finland holds the 3rd position, while the Netherlands is ranked 6th globally, reflecting their strong digital infrastructures and commitment to technological innovation. Find more information here: Benchmarking the Future of the Network
Did you know that Finland and the Netherlands are enhancing cooperation in the maritime industry? In October 2024, Finland’s Minister of Economic Affairs led a Team Finland visit to the Netherlands, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the maritime industry. This initiative aims to bolster competitiveness and innovation within the European marine sector. Minister
Photo Highlights from Young Professionals Career Matchmaking event. On March 20, 2025, we hosted an event at Erasmus University Rotterdam which was bringing together young professionals and leading companies for an evening of networking and career opportunities. The event featured engaging presentations from Risketeers, Ploum, Mavisoft, Euro Nordic Logistics, and the Nordic Chambers of Commerce. The
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Between 2014 and 2020, nearly 50,000 students and staff from Finnish higher education institutions participated in Erasmus+ exchanges, enhancing their international expertise. During the same period, Finland welcomed approximately 75,500 participants, underscoring its role as an attractive destination for academic exchange. Opetushallitus These exchanges have strengthened educational ties between Finland and the Netherlands, fostering
Finland and the Netherlands are leading the charge in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development. In Finland, companies are pioneering technologies to produce synthetic SAF, aligning with the EU’s mandate requiring fuel producers to incorporate renewable fuels, starting at 2% and gradually increasing. The Netherlands has emerged as a global frontrunner in SAF production, leveraging
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In the social media channels of the FDCC you can find Did you know? series, in which we provide insights and news on Finnish-Dutch business relations. This post provides an updated overview of the series and the sources used in gathering the information. Did you know that the Netherlands is one of Finland’s top 10
