With Change comes Opportunity
On 29 October 2025, the Netherlands goes to the polls in snap elections after the previous right-wing government collapsed. The far-right PVV pulled out of the coalition over migration policy, forcing the early vote. What makes this election particularly significant is that it could mark a shift from a right-wing majority towards a more centrist bloc, according to current polling trends. But, this election isn’t just about who governs. It will decide how strongly the Netherlands pushes on migration, how friendly the regulatory and tax climate will be, at which pace the energy transition will unfold, and how closely the country works with the EU and international partners. All of this matters for companies that depend on stable policy, access to skilled workers, supply chains, and predictable rules.
At stake are three big questions:
How will political parties boost the investment climate, innovation and R&D in line with the recommendations of the Draghi report?
How will parties allocate their increased defence budgets for both military capabilities but also investments in civil infrastructure, technology and societal resilience?
Will the Netherlands align more with EU-wide norms, or move toward more national regulation over trade, energy and border policy?
For any large firm operating in or with the Netherlands, the outcome could reshape the business environment — opening opportunities for those who anticipate change but creating risks for those who assume “business as usual.”
FGS Global helps organisations prepare for political turning points like this. By combining our public affairs expertise with deep understanding of policy, business and communications, we help companies anticipate potential outcomes, assess risks, and engage effectively with stakeholders. Our analyses and scenario insights ensure that your business remains informed, agile and resilient — whatever direction Dutch politics takes next.
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Expert videos
Peter ter Horst - explains what’s at stake for The Netherlands and how the election outcome could set a new course for the country.
Jeanette Hamster - "The Dutch investment climate is under pressure. How will the next government respond?"
