Netherlands

The Netherlands has been a historical focus of RAND research. Between the mid-1990s and 2006 RAND Europe's headquarters were based there. In 2024 RAND Europe reopened an office in the Netherlands. RAND's research in the Netherlands focuses on defence and security, emerging technologies, crime and justice, and health care.

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RAND Europe Improves Policy and Decision Making in Europe and Around the World

Jul 22, 2021
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Relationships with Netherlands Neighbours Would Set the Course of Walrus Replacement

Mar 15, 2024

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Commentary

Apr 30, 2025

High Stakes: Is the Dutch Cannabis Experiment Really a Game Changer?

A new chapter in Dutch soft-drug policy began with the kick-off of the long-awaited cannabis experiment in early April. But depending on the outcome policymakers wish to achieve, the solution may lie beyond the coffee shop model.
Research

Apr 2, 2025

De Toekomst Smeden: Een analyse van het toekomstperspectief van de Nederlandse metaalindustrie: [Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry]

This report provides an analysis of the economic significance of the Dutch metals industry and its two subsectors, the basic metals and metal products sectors. It describes the main challenges facing the industry, and sets out recommendations.
Project

Apr 2, 2025

Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry

RAND Europe assessed the challenges and future prospects of the Dutch metal industry, as well as its importance for the economy of the Netherlands.
Research

Feb 6, 2025

Van woorden naar daden: Een verkenning en kritische beschouwing van het concept 'stochastisch terrorisme': [An exploration and critical review of the concept of 'stochastic terrorism']

Study examining the concept of stochastic terrorism, which posits that influential figures can indirectly incite violence through hostile but veiled language, amplified on social media, increasing the likelihood of someone turning to violence.
Oct 12, 2024

RAND Europe Research in the Netherlands

RAND Europe research for the Netherlands in areas such as crime and justice, defence and security, and extremism.
Research

Oct 8, 2024

Internationale ontwikkelingen in cannabisbeleid voor recreatief gebruik: Eindrapport: [International developments in cannabis policy for recreational use: Final report]

This study examines global cannabis policy changes since 2010, focusing on recreational use laws. It offers 25 policy recommendations and stresses the importance of evaluation and monitoring to prioritise public health and safety.
Expert Insights

Oct 1, 2024

Strengthening societal resilience: A perspective on strategic priorities for the Netherlands amidst geopolitical tensions

To enhance Dutch societal resilience, coordination across sectors, tailored approaches, and economic strategies are vital for stability and security.
Project

Oct 1, 2024

Strengthening Societal Resilience

Utilising insights from prior RAND Europe resilience analyses, researchers offer practical recommendations to strengthen the societal resilience of the Netherlands.
Press

Sep 26, 2024

Nederland kwetsbaar in crisistijd

De maatschappelijke weerbaarheid, nationale veiligheid en economie van Nederland zijn kwetsbaar voor zowel interne als externe dreigingen.
Research

Jun 26, 2024

Daderprofielen van cybercriminelen uit Oost-Europa en Rusland: [Profiling cybercrime perpetrators from Eastern Europe and Russia]

This study maps what is known about the criminal profiles of perpetrators of large-scale high-impact cybercrime attacks from Eastern Europe and Russia, including their background characteristics, motivations and recruitment.
Research

Mar 19, 2024

Veilige landen van herkomst [Safe countries of origin] : Een internationale vergelijking van de toepassing van het 'veilige landen van herkomst'-concept in asielbeleid [An international comparison of the application of the 'safe countries of origin' concept in asylum policy]

Asylum applications are often expedited for asylum seekers from ‘safe countries of origin’. Since very little is known about national policies and applications, this study aims to provide insights in such policies from several EU Member States.
Research

Mar 18, 2024

Drugsgerelateerde corruptie op Schiphol en in de Rotterdamse haven [Drug-related corruption at Schiphol Airport and the Port of Rotterdam]: Een analyse van corruptiedreigingen, impact en beleidsinstrumenten op basis van de methodologie voor National Risk Assessment [An analysis of corruption threats, impact and policy instruments based on the methodology for National Risk Assessment]

This study provides insight into drug-related corruption threats at Schiphol Airport and the Port of Rotterdam. It highlights the characteristics that can make these ports vulnerable to corruption, the risks, potential impact, and existing policies.

Netherlands

Netherlands

RAND Europe Improves Policy and Decision Making in Europe and Around the World

Relationships with Netherlands Neighbours Would Set the Course of Walrus Replacement

Explore RAND’s Work on this Topic

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High Stakes: Is the Dutch Cannabis Experiment Really a Game Changer?

De Toekomst Smeden: Een analyse van het toekomstperspectief van de Nederlandse metaalindustrie: [Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry]

Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry

Van woorden naar daden: Een verkenning en kritische beschouwing van het concept 'stochastisch terrorisme': [An exploration and critical review of the concept of 'stochastic terrorism']

RAND Europe Research in the Netherlands

Internationale ontwikkelingen in cannabisbeleid voor recreatief gebruik: Eindrapport: [International developments in cannabis policy for recreational use: Final report]

Strengthening societal resilience: A perspective on strategic priorities for the Netherlands amidst geopolitical tensions

Strengthening Societal Resilience

Nederland kwetsbaar in crisistijd

Daderprofielen van cybercriminelen uit Oost-Europa en Rusland: [Profiling cybercrime perpetrators from Eastern Europe and Russia]

Veilige landen van herkomst [Safe countries of origin] : Een internationale vergelijking van de toepassing van het 'veilige landen van herkomst'-concept in asielbeleid [An international comparison of the application of the 'safe countries of origin' concept in asylum policy]

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Netherlands

RAND Europe Improves Policy and Decision Making in Europe and Around the World

Relationships with Netherlands Neighbours Would Set the Course of Walrus Replacement

Explore RAND’s Work on this Topic

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High Stakes: Is the Dutch Cannabis Experiment Really a Game Changer?

De Toekomst Smeden: Een analyse van het toekomstperspectief van de Nederlandse metaalindustrie: [Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry]

Forging the Future: An analysis of the future prospects of the Dutch metal industry

Van woorden naar daden: Een verkenning en kritische beschouwing van het concept 'stochastisch terrorisme': [An exploration and critical review of the concept of 'stochastic terrorism']

RAND Europe Research in the Netherlands

Internationale ontwikkelingen in cannabisbeleid voor recreatief gebruik: Eindrapport: [International developments in cannabis policy for recreational use: Final report]

Strengthening societal resilience: A perspective on strategic priorities for the Netherlands amidst geopolitical tensions

Strengthening Societal Resilience

Nederland kwetsbaar in crisistijd

Daderprofielen van cybercriminelen uit Oost-Europa en Rusland: [Profiling cybercrime perpetrators from Eastern Europe and Russia]

Veilige landen van herkomst [Safe countries of origin] : Een internationale vergelijking van de toepassing van het 'veilige landen van herkomst'-concept in asielbeleid [An international comparison of the application of the 'safe countries of origin' concept in asylum policy]

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