British Embassy The Hague

We're hiring! British Embassy The Hague is looking for a new Events Manager.   Our new Events Manager will have a unique opportunity to take charge of event organisation as well as be part of the wider workings of an Embassy. You will support the delivery of the Embassy’s objectives through its internal and external events at the Ambassador’s Residence.   The successful candidate will take a leading role in organising, strategising, and coordinating Embassy events, as well as working closely with the Ambassador and the Chief of Staff in delivering on the Embassy’s objectives.    📅 Application deadline: 10 March 2025   For more information 🔗 👉 https://lnkd.in/e2FiSf6a

For three years the UK has supported Ukraine in opposition to Russia's unprovoked, premeditated, and barbaric full-scale invasion. As we mark this grim anniversary, we must remember Ukraine's security matters to us all. As Prime Minister Keir Starmer said "If Ukraine fails, Europe will be next". The UK remains committed to doing everything we can to get the best outcome for Ukraine. Stepping up military support, the UK is providing £4.5bn in support this year. Dialling up economic pressure, the UK announced the largest package of sanctions since the start of the war. Using our collective strength to ensure lasting peace for Ukraine. Yesterday, ahead of today's anniversary, we celebrated Ukraine's culture. Two artists performed outside our embassy in The Hague. This "Echos of Resilience" performance was part of the VATAHA Foundation "Lost voices, Unbroken spirit" event taking place across Rotterdam and The Hague. A reminder of Ukraine's vibrant and unique culture.

Last week, UK Deputy Ambassador Keith Allan hosted a screening of 'North Sea Untamed' at Campusatsea, overlooking the star of the show - the North Sea!   We were joined by the film's creator, underwater cinematographer Peter van Rodijnen, for a Q&A to discuss the backstory to the film and its depiction of the fascinating underwater world of the North Sea that remains largely ‘unknown’ to most people.    This was followed by a panel discussion with: 🌊 - Chloe Meacher, Head of UK Marine Strategy & Spatial Prioritisation Programme at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs 🌊 - Bernard Baerends, Coordinator of International Marine Nature Policy at the Ministerie van Landbouw, Visserij, Voedselzekerheid en Natuur   They discussed how the UK and the Netherlands can work together to balance economic activity and the energy transition in the North Sea alongside our shared responsibility to protect its delicate natural ecosystems for generations to come.   Many thanks to our panellists and to moderator Jennifer Cosgrave, Director of the British Council for the Netherlands, Norway & Sweden for facilitating the conversation!   Interested in reading more about the film? Click here for more information! 🔗 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDtqeHtS

We're hiring! Are you passionate about international trade and would you like to make an impact in a fast-moving, high-profile international environment? We might be looking for you!   British Embassy The Hague is looking for a Senior Trade Advisor to support the International Markets team within the Department for Business and Trade the Netherlands.   This role will be part of the International Markets team in Europe. You will not only work closely with colleagues in The Netherlands but also with our International Markets Trade Hub based in Prague.   📅 Applications close 2 March 2025. More information 🔗 👉 https://lnkd.in/e434M_U7

British Embassy The Hague is looking for two Project Manager interns to support the Department for Business & Trade team for a period of 6 months. The internship offers a great opportunity for talented and motivated students to gain insight into an international business environment and trade diplomacy, with direct exposure to the workings of the embassy. In this vacancy, we are looking for two interns. One intern will support DBT’s Trade Team with market research projects, event management and enquiry handling. The other intern will support the DBT Investment team with account management and event organisation activities. 📅 Application Deadline: 2 March 2025 More information 🔗 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu2i4-iW

On Tuesday, UK Deputy Ambassador Keith Allan hosted a panel event focused on what the UK and the Netherlands can learn from each other in the development of industrial policy.   Providing a platform for bilateral collaboration and exchange with a focus on securing economic growth through industrial policy, the event bought together academia, industry, and UK and Dutch officials to share insights into what successful industrial policy looks like.   Ahead of the publication of the new UK Industrial Strategy in Spring 2025, the panel discussion focused on understanding where the opportunities for further collaboration between the UK and Netherlands lie. When crafting modern industrial policy, international collaboration is key to supporting scale-ups and providing businesses with access to international markets.   We heard from key note speaker Dr Carlos López-Gómez on the global trends in manufacturing and industrial policy, and why it is of increased focus for policymakers. This was followed by a panel discussion with: ➡️ Andrew Parry, Head of Innovation Policy and Service Sectors for the forthcoming UK Industrial Strategy ➡️ Wolf Zwartkruis, Lead Strategist on Industrial Policy at Ministerie van Economische Zaken en Klimaat ➡️ Heba Bevan, OBE, Chair of NETHERLANDS-BRITISH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE(THE) of Commerce ➡️ Professor Gregory Thwaites, Research Director at the Resolution Foundation ➡️ Willem Wensing, Director of Public Affairs at FME Many thanks to our keynote speaker, panellists and all attendees for making this event a success!

Last week UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Dutch Minister-president Dick Schoof in London. The meeting was an opportunity to discuss the UK's reset of its relationship with the EU, following Prime Minister Starmer's attendance at the Informal European Council meeting in Brussels a week ago. Reflecting on the strength and breadth of the UK-Netherlands relationship the two Prime Ministers also discussed: 🧪 Pursuing a new innovation partnership - to seize the opportunities offered by new and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum, and semiconductors. 👮 Enhancing existing cooperation to tackle serious and organised crime, looking at how the UK and the Netherlands can continue to work together to disrupt and stop gangs - including those responsible for people smuggling. 👉 Reaffirming iron-clad support for Ukraine, and our joint work to ensure Ukraine is in the strongest position possible. 🤝 Working towards a new bilateral security partnership. Finally both Prime Ministers reflected on the resumption of direct Eurostar services between Amsterdam and London from today! Read more about the meeting - https://lnkd.in/eU9Ap_77

Today, 25 January, is the birthday of Robert ‘Rabbie’ Burns - Scotland’s national poet. Traditionally around Burns’ birthday a Burns Night dinner is held, featuring the bard’s poems and of course haggis! Last night Ambassador Joanna Roper hosted a Burns Night supper, featuring bagpipes, poetry, and haggis! Happy Burns Night and eetsmakelijk to everyone planning their own supper tonight!

The UK conveys its appreciation and recognition of the courage and commitment shown by the First Polish Independent Parachute Brigade during Operation Market Garden in Arnhem 80 years ago. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNAEFD-j

As 2024 comes to an end, Ambassador Joanna Roper reflects on a year of close UK-Netherlands cooperation, and the many activities and events that marked the excellent relationship between the North Sea Neighbours. Wishing everyone a happy, prosperous New Year! Gelukkig nieuwjaar!🌟