Dutch ambassador is enthusiastic about Schleswig-Holstein's future!

Dutch ambassador is enthusiastic about Schleswig-Holstein's future!

The Dutch ambassador to Germany, Hester Somsen, visited Schleswig-Holstein and held important discussions. Together with Honorary Consul Rainer Kibbel, she met with State Parliament President Kristina Herbst to discuss the region's political challenges. The focus was particularly on topics such as the hydrogen economy and gas production in the North Sea, which are important for the economic future of Schleswig-Holstein, as kn-online.de reports.

Another item on the agenda was the exchange about intelligent border controls and the role of Schleswig-Holstein as a maritime defense location. Prime Minister Daniel Günther and Somsen's delegation took time to discuss the strategic importance of the North Sea for the Netherlands and Germany. In this context, Somsen emphasized the friendship between the two countries, which is characterized by common trade interests and committed climate protection measures.

Technological insights and further discussions

During the visit, the delegation also received exciting insights into the modern technologies at Thales, where innovative solutions in communications, radar and submarine technology were presented. This shows how important technological cooperation is for German-Dutch relations. Somsen and her companions held further discussions with Kiel's Mayor Ulf Kampf and Energy Minister Tobias Goldschmidt. These discussions could set the course for future collaborations.

The trip concluded with a conversation in the Maritime Museum, where representatives from business, politics and society came together. Here it became clear that the North Sea not only functions as a geographical border, but also as a bridge of friendship between Germany and the Netherlands. In his words, Rainer Kibbel emphasized the need for continued close cooperation in order to protect and promote common interests.

The role of the Dutch embassy

The Dutch embassy in Germany has a long history, dating back to the 19th century. Between 1814 and 1940, the leadership of the legations was dominated by extraordinary envoys and from 1951 the title of ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bonn was awarded. The embassy plays a crucial role in promoting more bilateral relations and supporting German economic interests, as the auswärtse-amt.de details.

Ambassador Somsen's visit once again illustrates the close networking and the common challenges that Germany and the Netherlands face. “The North Sea not only connects our countries, but also our future,” said the ambassador. It remains to be seen what concrete steps will emerge from today's exchange.