A stable environment where business and people prosper

"We deliberately chose a country within the EU with a politically and economically stable climate... the good relationship we have with the NFIA and the Dutch government is very much appreciated and respected by Eastman."
Godfrey A. Motte, President, Eastman Chemical

The Netherlands' advantageous tax structure, in combination with the country's political stability, excellent macroeconomic environment, and other pro-business features, provides one of the best atmospheres for growth in all of the EU.

One advantage of the Netherlands is that credit flows easily from banks to businesses. Financial services efficiently support business activities, and there are virtually no restrictions on access to foreign or domestic capital in the Netherlands.

The Netherlands' economy is internationally focused, its financial sector sophisticated. The regulatory climate is straightforward and business friendly. Business laws are supportive of growth and the number of procedures required to establish and maintain a business in the Netherlands is small. Special governmental organizations exist to help foreign companies set up and familiarize themselves with the Netherlands.

That's why the Netherlands is known throughout the world as a solid, trustworthy business partner. In fact, an August 2005 international study by Ethical Investment Research Services (EIRIS) revealed that companies based in the Netherlands and the UK have the best overall corporate governance standards in the developed world.