Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Malaysia

Celebrating Malakka Dutch Week 2024! 🇲🇾 🇳🇱 The Malakka Dutch Week was a vibrant celebration highlighting Melaka’s rich historical connections with Dutch heritage. The event was officiated on 13 July, featuring various cultural activities and performances that brought the shared tangible and intangible heritage to life. The week was a mix of historical re-enactments to showcase the Dutch influence on Melaka’s architecture and local culture. The week-long event featured exhibitions displaying artifacts and exhibits that illustrated the Dutch period in Melaka. Also, educational workshops and talks provided insights into the historical and cultural significance of the Dutch era. The culinary enthusiasts experienced traditional Dutch and local delicacies, reflecting the fusion of cultures. Thank you to everyone who joined us in commemorating this special connection and contributing to the success of Malakka Dutch Week 2024. Let's continue to embrace and celebrate our diverse cultural legacy together! #malakkadutch #dutchheritage

Congratulations to Duli Yang Maha Mulia Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar on your coronation as the 17th Agong of Malaysia. The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Kuala Lumpur extends our heartfelt congratulations to Your Majesty and the people of Malaysia. May Your Majesty's reign be marked by prosperity, harmony, and progress for all Malaysians. Under your esteemed leadership, may Malaysia continue to shine as a beacon of unity and diversity in the region. Wishing Your Majesty every success and fulfillment in your noble duties as the Agong.

Today marks the ten-year anniversary of the tragic downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight #MH17 over eastern Ukraine, while en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur. The flight, carrying 283 passengers and 15 crew members, included 196 Dutch nationals. In the aftermath the government set three priorities: repatriating and identifying the victims, establishing the cause of the crash and conducting a criminal investigation. The Netherlands remains committed to establishing the truth of what happened, achieving justice for all 298 victims and their families, and holding those responsible to account. The government is pursuing these aims in two sets of international legal proceedings: the Netherlands’ inter-state application against the Russian Federation at the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) and the proceedings launched by the Netherlands and Australia against the Russian Federation at the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO Council). These cases will take time and require patience. A number of major steps were taken this year. On 12 June a hearing was held at the ECtHR, and on 18 and 20 June a hearing was held before the ICAO Council, both hearings concerned the merits of the cases against the Russian Federation. Australia, Belgium, Malaysia, the Netherlands, and Ukraine reaffirm their dedication to achieving justice and accountability for the victims of Flight MH17 and their loved ones, ensuring that everything possible is done to prevent such tragedies in the future. Each year on 17 July, the MH17 Aviation Disaster Foundation organizes a commemorative ceremony for the next of kin at the National MH17 Monument in Vijfhuizen. This year’s ceremony will be particularly poignant as it marks the tenth anniversary of the downing of MH17, featuring a more extensive guest list from both the Netherlands and abroad. The ceremony will be shown live on https://www.nos.nl/live, the Dutch national broadcaster, from 1:40pm – 3:40pm CET. The livestream can also be viewed on https://www.mh17.org/. During the ceremony at 3:18pm CET, the moment when the MH17 got shot, a two-minutes silence is observed to remember those who died. The government recognizes that this ceremony may evoke deep emotions, and it extends its heartfelt sympathy to the next of kin and all those who were directly affected by the MH17 disaster. For more information about the incident, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gAmCppSR. For information available in Dutch only, you can refer to: https://lnkd.in/gm2-EyeK

Last week, we welcomed Victoria Elema and Sander Carpay to Malaysia. They began their programme with a visit to Putrajaya Wetlands Park, the first man-made wetland in Malaysia. The park plays a crucial role in natural water filtration for the major rivers nearby and in maintaining balanced ecosystems in Putrajaya. Despite the rainy weather, we had an insightful visit and a relaxing start to the day. Together with Eva Oskam and Gayathri Vythalingam, they had some interesting meetings with officials from the Department of Irrigation and Drainage and Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES).   To follow up on the work on flood management in Malaysia, Sander and Gayathri had a one-day trip to Sabak Bernam to learn more about the challenges of coastal erosion and flooding.   We would like to thank Jabatan Pengairan Dan Saliran Negeri Selangor for facilitating these visits.

Ambassador Jacques (Jaap) Werner was welcomed by YAB Dato' Amirudin Shari, the Menteri Besar of Selangor, during his courtesy visit to the Selangor State Government last week. They discussed ongoing projects, focusing primarily on flood and water resource management. Sander Carpay and Victoria Elema, visiting from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water of the Netherlands, highlighted international collaboration opportunities and the potential for future cooperation. Also present at the meeting were YB Dato' Setia Haji Haris bin Kasim, Selangor State Secretary; YB Ir. Izham bin Hashim, Selangor State EXCO; YBg. Dato' Johary bin Anuar, Deputy State Secretary; and Ir. Hj. Nasser bin Salim, Director of DID Selangor. Last month, a high-level delegation also visited the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water in the Netherlands. This meeting was timely to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Selangor and the Netherlands.

🇳🇱 𝔽𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕝 𝔻𝕦𝕥𝕔𝕙 𝕄𝕒𝕝𝕒𝕜𝕜𝕒 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟜 🌷 𝟙𝟛 - 𝟚𝟙 𝕁𝕦𝕝y 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟜 📌 𝕊𝕥𝕒𝕕𝕙𝕦𝕪𝕤 𝕄𝕖𝕝𝕒𝕜𝕒 Exciting news! The Dutch Malakka Festival is kicking off this Saturday. Join the festivities from July 13th to 21st at the historic Stadthuys Melaka for a vibrant celebration of Dutch-Malaysian heritage. Discover the rich cultural tapestry through various events, performances, and activities, including the captivating Hang Tuah Theatre. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the fusion of Dutch and Malaysian traditions in the heart of Melaka. For more details, check out these articles: - https://lnkd.in/g6mGwqzg - https://lnkd.in/gatPtr4E Let's celebrate together! 🎉🇲🇾🇳🇱 #DutchMalakkaFestival2024 #CulturalCelebration

Today, the Schoof government was sworn in at Huis ten Bosch Palace. The new government is a coalition of the Freedom Party (PVV), the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), New Social Contract (NSC) and the Farmer-Citizen Movement (BBB), and consists of 16 ministers and 13 state secretaries. The new government will hold its first cabinet meeting later today. Read more about the ministries and ministerial positions here: https://lnkd.in/gV5v4eky

Exciting news from KWR Water Research Institute! 🌟 This week, Dutch experts Johann Poinapen and Eric Broers are in Malaysia for a scoping mission. Last year, KWR and the National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) signed an MoU to establish a collaborative research partnership. As the first step in this partnership, a two-day workshop took place, with nearly 60 participants from the Malaysian water sector, including water operators and agencies. The workshop served as a platform to discuss data-driven water treatment approaches aimed at enhancing water and energy efficiency. We also explored topics such as groundwater utilization and alternative resources. We're thrilled to embark on this journey of innovation and cooperation in water research! 🌍💧 #WaterResearch #Sustainability

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Gayathri Vythalingam attended Singapore International Water Week and met up with Meike van Ginneken, the Water Envoy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Please reach out to Gayayhri for water cooperations in Malaysia 🇲🇾