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Response to the State of The Hague’s Economy 2024

Each year, the Municipality of The Hague commissions an independent monitoring report, the State of The Hague’s Economy, prepared by a team of researchers and academics. The fifth edition of the report shows that The Hague’s economy experienced stronger growth in 2024 than the Dutch average. For the coming years, further increases in earning capacity,… View Article

Hofvijver met uitzicht op het Binnenhof en de Uitkijktoren
Letter to the Informateur on behalf of the Economic Board The Hague

The Hague, 24 November 2025 Subject: Strengthen The Hague’s role in the international policy of the Netherlands Dear Informateur, dear Mr Buma, You have the important responsibility of working with the parliamentary group leaders to form a new cabinet that will ensure stable and effective governance in the Netherlands. On behalf of the Economic Board… View Article

The Mobility Week Helps to Reduce Traffic Intensity

From 15 to 19 September 2025, The Hague once again took part in the European Mobility Week. This annual campaign by the European Commission encourages behavioural change in the field of sustainable urban mobility. Nearly 3,000 cities across Europe, including The Hague, joined in by organising activities that promoted active travel, public transport, and other… View Article

The Hague Connected Sends Advisory Letter to The Hague Political Parties

With the 2026 municipal elections approaching, The Hague Connected (THC) is pleased to provide input to The Hague’s political parties by means of an advisory letter. In the letter, THC highlights the importance of accessibility as a key condition for maintaining a healthy business climate in The Hague. Specifically, THC advocates for general accessibility of… View Article

Den Haag Inspireert 2025
This Was The Hague Inspires 2025!

On Friday 13 June 2025, the Fokker Terminal once again became a hub of vision and connection during The Hague Inspires – the annual event where enterprising minds from The Hague come together to look ahead. Organised by the Economic Board The Hague and the Municipality of The Hague, in collaboration with VNO-NCW region The… View Article

Vision Paper – For a Vital Economy in The Hague

We are proud to launch our vision paper (in Dutch) for the upcoming political term. This is a practice-oriented document focused on three essential pillars for a future-proof economy: – Employment and the labour market– Space and growth opportunities for businesses– Sustainability connected to the economy and employment You can read the full vision advice… View Article