Netherlands: International Law

The Dutch government has prohibited a US IT company from acquiring Solvinity, the operator behind DigiD, the Netherlands' digital identity verification system. This decision raises important questions about how national security concerns intersect with foreign investment in critical telecommunications infrastructure and what legal mechanisms exist to protect public interests in the digital age.

Dutch Customs has launched a major investigation involving raids in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, searches of a container vessel, and the arrest of its captain.

From trade tariffs to changing import regulations, geopolitical uncertainty can cause many issues for international companies. At such times of change, intellectual property offers stability and protection...

Dutch Customs has launched a major investigation involving raids in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, searches of a container vessel, and the arrest of its captain.

Dutch authorities have arrested two men in connection with allegations of violating EU sanctions by operating a web-hosting company that facilitated destabilizing activities against the European Union. The investigation centers on claims that a newly established Dutch company served as a front for a sanctioned entity involved in cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, and interference operations.

The Bureau for Investment Screening has released its 2025 annual report, revealing a continued rise in investment notifications amid heightened geopolitical tensions and global competition for critical technologies. With 91 investigations conducted and new enforcement actions taken, including the first administrative fine for non-compliance, the report highlights the evolving landscape of Dutch economic security measures and the expanding scope of the Vifo Act.