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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On the #InternationalDayofOlderPersons we highlight Italian‑Dutch initiatives such as the collaboration between ZeeuwsMuseum and Musei Toscani per l’Alzheimer, supporting people with Alzheimer and their caregivers through cultural activities.

The Tuscan Museums for Alzheimer System (MTA) is a regional network that coordinates cultural programmes for people with dementia and their caregivers.

The project with the Zeeuws Museum in the Netherlands: https://www.museitoscanialzheimer.org/esperienza/musei-resilienti-esperienze-dai-paesi-bassi/

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Completing the EU Single Market is key to a more efficient and globally competitive Europe. At today’s AREL Single Market Policy Breakfast, Dutch Ambassador Michael Stibbe joined Enrico Letta, Irish Ambassador Elizabeth McCullough and other EU Ambassadors to discuss how to accelerate progress.

The Dutch Ambassador in conversation with Enrico Letta during the meeting at AREL’s headquarters in Rome.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Improving biodiversity and mobilising the private sector cannot happen without political will. Eugenio Dupré of the Italian Ministery of Environment and Marieke Mossink of the Dutch @ministerielvvn.bsky.social explain how the NL and IT are working towards solutions. Today, at our Biodiversity event.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The day dedicated to integrating biodiversity into economic strategies has just begun in Rome. Throughout the day, we will discuss how to restore nature together with the business community, in order to “save” our food system and, ultimately, the planet as a whole. @ministerielvvn.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Welcome to Rome, Aino Jansen, our new Deputy Ambassador! After leading the Dutch Expo 2025 Osaka project, Aino Jansen brings valuable experience in the political, economic and cultural field. She succeeds Pauline Diepenbroek, whom we wish success in her new role as NL Ambassador to Denmark.

Change of the guard at the Netherlands Embassy in Rome: Deputy Head of Mission Pauline Diepenbroek (right in the photo) is departing, and Aino Jansen is taking over.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Forza Oranje! E forza Marten de Roon, Teun Koopmeiners, Donyell Malen e Denzel Dumfries. In bocca al lupo a @onsoranje.bsky.social e ai giocatori olandesi in Serie A. #FWC26Dallas Per la prima volta, il Regno dei Paesi Bassi è rappresentato da due nazionali ai Mondiali. Forza Curaçao! 💙🇨🇼 #FWC2

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Ambassador Michael Stibbe presented his credentials to the two Captains Regent, heads of state of the Republic of San Marino. The ceremony, following a meeting with Secretary of State Luca Beccari, marks a key step in strengthening relations between the Netherlands and San Marino.

(left to right) Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Luca Beccari; Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva, Captains Regent of the 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘰; Ambassador Michael Stibbe.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

In an interview with the well-known Italian daily 'Il Sole24ore', Dutch @minbz.bsky.social Berendsen said: "We support Ukraine and stronger defence against Russia. Ukraine’s EU accession should move faster, but the rules must be respected." 24plus.ilsole24ore.com/art/berendse...

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Berendsen: «Dall’Olanda sostegno a Kiev, ma per entrare nella Ue ci son regole»

Il ministro degli Esteri dei Paesi bassi: «Giusto accelerare senza indebolire l’Europa. Da potenziare il supporto militare contro la minaccia russa»

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The Dutch ambassador visited Florence as part of his tour across Italy, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations from north to south. Meetings included Confindustria, the Deputy Mayor, the Chief of police, the European university Institute and the Dutch art institute. @eui-eu.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🇳🇱🇮🇹🇻🇦Il ministro degli Esteri olandese Berendsen a Roma: UE, migrazione e Ucraina al centro dei colloqui.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

In Genoa 🇳🇱🇮🇹. 3 red benches designed by Dutch artist Xaviera Altena were inaugurated, symbolising the shared commitment of Italy and the Netherlands to combat #gender-based violence. At Electropark, #Genoa’s festival for electronic music, 🇳🇱performers presented a live program.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Press freedom—including the freedom of photojournalists—is vital. They enable us to witness what would otherwise remain unseen. Experience it yourself firsthand in Rome, the first stop of the annual exhibition of the winning photographs from the World Press Photo (an organisation based in Amsterdam)

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today, five people were granted Dutch citizenship at a ceremony and took the Declaration of Allegiance (“Verklaring van Verbondenheid”). We warmly congratulate the new Dutch citizens (pictured together with our Deputy Ambassador and members of the consular team) and wish them all the very best!

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today is #WorldBicycleDay 🚲 The Netherlands leads the world in cycling: 18.2 billion km cycled annually, 23 million bikes, and 35,000 km of dedicated bike paths. We look forward to sharing Dutch cycling expertise at Velo-city 2026 in Rimini! #cycling #VC26 @netherlandsmfa.bsky.social

Photo: Dutch Cycling Embassy

Today is #WorldBicycleDay! Did you know that in the Netherlands, there are more bikes than people? And by 2027, we’re aiming for 600,000 bike parking spots at train stations. Why? Because the future moves on two wheels.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Rivolgiamo le nostre più sentite congratulazioni alla Repubblica Italiana in occasione dell'80° anniversario della sua fondazione moderna (repubblicana). #festadellarepubblica

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Peace, solidarity, friendship, and fair play: sport and diplomacy have a lot in common. This weekend’s Nations Tournament in Rome demonstrated that once again! ⚽️ #TorneoDelleNazioni #WFC26

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The World Cup is getting closer! ⚽️ In #Rome, 12 embassies and 12 schools are taking part in a tournament celebrating fair play and inclusion. The Liceo Cervantes is representing the Netherlands with a fantastic mixed team! Cheer them on! 30 May, 9-13:00, Istituto Massimo, Via Massimo 7. #FWC26

The Netherlands team (in Italian: Paesi Bassi, also known as Olanda), made up of girls and boys from Liceo Cervantes, together with their coach/teacher.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Over the past months, Dutch Ambassador Michael Stibbe met parliamentarians from across Italy’s political spectrum and members of several Chamber & Senate committees. Valuable exchanges on Italy’s political landscape, shared priorities and the strong ties between 🇳🇱 and 🇮🇹.

Pictured a few of these meetings: from top left clockwise: Carlo Calenda (Senator and leader of Azione), Paolo Formentini (MP and Vice President of the Foreign Affairs Committee), Nicola Fratoianni (MP and leader of Sinistra Italiana), and Giulio Terzi di Sant'Agata (Senator and Chair of the Senate EU Affairs Committee).

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

The Dutch Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale was officially opened yesterday by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. Minister @Rianneletschert also attended. The Dutch entry: The Fortress by Dries Verhoeven and curator Rieke Vos. @ministerocw.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Oggi nei Paesi Bassi si celebra il compleanno del Re. Il Re Willem-Alexander e la famiglia reale partecipano alle celebrazioni a Dokkum, in Frisia, nel nord del Paese. È la festa nazionale olandese🇳🇱, celebrata anche dagli olandesi che vivono in Italia.

Il re Willem-Alexander e la regina Máxima durante il loro incontro con la comunità olandese a Roma, nel corso della visita di Stato in Italia nel 2017.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Last evening, the 10th edition of 'Masterly – The Dutch in Milano' was officially opened by our ambassador, and curator Nicole Uniquole. Featuring 70+ Dutch designers and firms, it highlights outstanding design and craftsmanship. Visit the show during the #MilanDesignWeek 2026.

Masterly I The Dutch in Milano:
🗓️21 – 26 April, 2026
📍Palazzo dei Giureconsulti, Piazza Duomo, Milano

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

UNIDROIT marks its 100th anniversary with a celebration in Rome, attended by 🇮🇹 President Mattarella. “For a century, Unidroit has worked to build an international commerce infrastructure. The Netherlands is proud to be a longstanding member,” said 🇳🇱Dutch Ambassador Stibbe.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Celebriamo l’80° anniversario della Corte Internazionale di Giustizia: una pietra miliare dell’ordine giuridico internazionale. Come Paese ospitante con orgoglio, i Paesi Bassi restano impegnati nella risoluzione pacifica delle controversie e nello stato di diritto. #ICJat80

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

“Etruscans & the Netherlands” opens at Fondazione Luigi Rovati in Milan. The Corazzi bronzes, formerly held in Leiden, have now been returned to Italy - a meaningful gesture that underscores the strong collaboration between the RMO Museum of Leiden and the @MAEC_Cortona.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Visit to Naples by Dutch Ambassador Stibbe and accompanied by the new Honorary Consul. Positive meetings with Campania Governor Fico, Prefect of Naples Di Bari, Deputy Mayor Lieto and the Director of the Vesuvius Observatory. Strong prospects for NL–Campania cooperation.

With Osservatorio Vesuviano Director Lucia Pappalardo

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

🇮🇹 For #InternationalWomensDay, Ambassador Michael Stibbe met with Elisa Ercoli, President of @DifferenzaDonna, on the Dutch “red bench” in Rome. “Protecting women’s rights lies at the heart of our foreign policy.”

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Rome through the eyes of a Dutch Master 🎨 Opening at Palazzo Poli: Maarten van Heemskerck e il fascino di Roma. For the first time, the Roman drawings of Maarten van #Heemskerck return to the Eternal City — a true Renaissance time machine. 📅 March 3 – June 7, 2026 @bhmpi.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

4 years ago, Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a blatant violation of international law, human rights and Europe’s security. At the commemoration in Rome, representatives of European embassies expressed their continued support for Ukraine. 🇺🇦#WeStandWithUkraine @europarl.europa.eu

During the official commemoration in Rome (background: the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore).

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

The Netherlands are third in the medal table at the #MilanoCortinaOlympics2026, with 10 gold medals in speed skating. What makes the Netherlands such an speed skating powerhouse? Dutch Ambassador to Italy Michael Stibbe explains in an interview with Italian television network RAI. ❄️🇳🇱

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

During the Winter Games in Milan, sport strengthens Dutch-Italian ties on and off the ice. A visit to AC Milan Women shows strong Dutch impact - echoing the days of Gullit, Van Basten & Rijkaard. Dutch Sport Minister Judith Tielen visited #ACMilan to talk innovation and women in sport.

Dutch pride at AC Milan: Sport Minister Tielen (second right) and consul general Baak with coach Suzanne Bakker (right), assistant coach Roger Reijners, and the five Dutch stars playing for the women's first team of AC Milan.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

“Skating exhibition draws crowds,” headlines De @telegraaf.nl, the Netherlands’ largest daily, about our show in Rho - the city that host the Olympic skate stadium. ⛸️The expo is indeed attracting extensive media coverage and a steady stream of visitors. ❄️https://shorturl.at/vVToG

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Yesterday, the Council of the ISU (international Skating Union) also visited the (Dutch) speed skating exhibition in #Rho (Milano). It marked the start of a Dutch skating day, as ISU president Jae Youl Kim later presented the gold and silver medals to Femke Kok and Jutta Leerdam.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Rho & Olanda in the Olympic spotlight 🏅⛸️. Home to the Olympic speed skating stadium, #Rho now hosts a unique exhibition exploring Olympic roots, Dutch ice culture & the evolution of speed skating—through photos, films, original artifacts and stories like the #Elfstedentocht.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Lees het interessante artikel in het @fd.nl vanochtend, waarin consul-generaal Mascha Baak vertelt hoe Nederlandse bedrijven achter de schermen een succes maken van de Olympische Winterspelen, die vrijdag starten in Milaan. 🇳🇱❄️🏅 2cm.es/1j5Jd

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Buiten de spotlights werken Nederlandse bedrijven aan de Winterspelen

Achter de schermen van de Olympische Winterspelen zijn verschillende Nederlandse bedrijven hard aan het werk, van de verlichting tot het leveren van de boarding om de schaatsbaan. En soms zelfs een ee...

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

❄️ During #MilanoCortina2026, near the skating events in Rho, visit the exhibition “Storia e Gloria del Pattinaggio di Velocità – Dutch Ice Culture in Rho”. Discover the centuries-old Dutch skating tradition in the heart of the Olympic action. @nocnsf.bsky.social @provinciefryslan.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Il Corriere della Sera oggi pubblica la mappa delle “Case olimpiche”, luoghi d’incontro per delegazioni e tifosi, con maxischermi e celebrazioni delle medaglie 🏅. Focus sul celebre 🇳🇱TeamNL Huis in zona Tortona a #Milano. #olympics2026

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Secretary-General Christiaan Rebergen visited #Rome to meet, among others, Italian counterpart Riccardo Guariglia. In a rapidly changing world, close coordination is essential. He also met with our embassy teams, including the Embassy to the Holy See, to discuss shared challenges. @minbz.bsky.social

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Starting a sporty 2026, Dutch Ambassador Michael Stibbe met with Luciano Buonfiglio, President of the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI). They discussed elite sport, athletes as role models, and the lasting legacy of #MilanoCortina2026, just weeks before the Winter Games begin. rb.gy/tmicj4

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

The past year -and the year ahead- have all the right ingredients for strong Dutch-Italian cooperation. Innovation, creativity and sport come together, with a special role for the @milancortina26 winter Olympics. Merry Christmas 🎄 & a sporty 2026!

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, we announce our collaboration with Italian #FondazioneCecchettin. The Netherlands is committed to the elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls as a matter of human rights. #NoExcuse

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Yesterday, eight people were granted Dutch citizenship at a naturalization ceremony at our Embassy, and they took the Declaration of Allegiance (‘verklaring van verbondenheid’). We wish all new Dutch citizens the very best! #NLinItaly

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

How can major sports events create lasting impact on grassroots sports? At the iconic Velodromo Maspes-Vigorelli in Milan, Italian & Dutch stakeholders explored top sport, grassroots interaction, event legacy & sport accessibility — 100 days before #MilanoCortina2026.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Another great day of teamwork between 🇳🇱 & 🇮🇹. From Allianz Stadium (home of @juventusfc) to Palavela & Inalpi Arena, our Sports Mission explored smart, sustainable & inclusive sports solutions — showing how innovation keeps the Olympic legacy alive. #MilanoCortina2026

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

🇮🇹 Italy & 🇳🇱 the Netherlands: changing the game in sport together! This week, the 3rd Dutch Sports Mission to Northern Italy focuses on sustainable sports innovation ahead of #MilanoCortina2026 — building a stronger, more accessible future for all in sport.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

It’s never too early for Military Diplomacy! Cadets of the Royal Netherlands Defence Academy visited Rome for a field study, including the Scuola Ufficiali dell’Arma dei @carabinieri.bsky.social and our Embassy, where Defat Col. Patricia Lukken briefed them on NL-IT Defence cooperation.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Oggi, tutti i 27 Stati membri UE si sono uniti nella #SemiconCoalition, un'iniziativa promossa da Paesi Bassi e Italia. Questa coalizione mira a garantire all'UE un ruolo guida e forte nella cruciale industria dei semiconduttori, la forza trainante delle tecnologie. @ministerieez.bsky.social

Signature of the declaration on the semicon industry

Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs Vincent Karremans

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

📢 Cerchiamo un autista senior presso l’Ambasciata del Regno dei Paesi Bassi a Roma. Se sei interessato/a a lavorare presso l’Ambasciata olandese a Roma e pensi di essere qualificato/a per questa posizione, clicca qui per maggiori informazioni: shorturl.at/J59U5

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Yesterday in #Napoli we screened the film ‘When We Cycle’ - showing how the Netherlands became a cycling nation. It was followed by a well-attenderd public debate with among others ⁦@NapoliBikeFest, the organizer of the evening, on cycling as a means to build a resilient city.

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Today is #Prinsjesdag (Budget Day) in the Netherlands. King Willem-Alexander opened the parliamentary year with a speech from the Throne. The government then presented its budget and plans for the year ahead. It is a celebration of Dutch democracy and its core values.

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands during the speech (Photo credit: @Netherlands Ministry of Finance)

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The Netherlands in Italy @nlinitaly.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Op 29 oktober 2025 zijn de verkiezingen voor de Tweede Kamer. Nederlanders in Italië kunnen stemmen, mits zij zich vóór 17 september online registreren. Het registratieproces is eenvoudig en gaat geheel online: shorturl.at/11DrY #tweedekamerverkiezingen @gemeentedenhaag.bsky.social

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