Cabinet Formation on Silicon Polderhttps://hugo.bytes.news/tags/cabinet-formation/Recent content in Cabinet Formation on Silicon PolderHugo -- gohugo.ioenThu, 05 Feb 2026 12:45:42 +0000Dutch Coalition Assigns Agriculture to D66 in Strategic Policy Shifthttps://hugo.bytes.news/posts/thursday/6532b13-innovation-policy-cabinet-formation/Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:45:42 +0000https://hugo.bytes.news/posts/thursday/6532b13-innovation-policy-cabinet-formation/<p><em>The Hague, Thursday 5 February 2026</em> The incoming Dutch cabinet’s portfolio distribution marks a significant pivot for the innovation economy. With D66 securing the Agriculture ministry, the party assumes control over critical nitrogen transitions and bio-agritech regulations. Paired with the VVD’s leadership of Defence, this alignment promises a robust boost for dual-use hardware and sets a definitive regulatory course for deep tech stakeholders.</p>