Economy
'Zuidas Meets Delft,' Says Finance Minister Eelco Heinen (VVD) About New Investment Institution
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On Friday, the Dutch government launched the National Investment Institution at the World Trade Center to finance future technologies like AI and biotechnology. Finance Minister Eelco Heinen (VVD), alongside Ministers Heleen Herbert (CDA) and Sjoerd Sjoerdsma (D66), announced an initial 3.3 billion euro from the sale of Tennet shares, which combines with existing funds for a total budget of 6.6 billion euro. The initiative aims to keep start-ups in the Netherlands and compete with China and the US, relying on private investors who signed an intent declaration to potentially add 30 billion euro. Heinen seeks a CEO combining financial expertise with scientific knowledge by 2027.
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