Ten technologies for an economically secure future

12 August 2025

With its National Technology Strategy (NTS), the Netherlands is focusing on ten key technologies that will fundamentally change how we live, work, and produce – from photonics and quantum technology to AI, semiconductors, and green chemistry. The goal: to strengthen innovation and strategic autonomy, in close collaboration between government, industry, and science. This is interesting for Germany because the Dutch approach complements its strong industry, with rapid application, applied research, and cross-border networks.

Read the article from Niederlande Nachrichten that highlights why collaboration between the Netherlands and Germany on key technologies pays off.

Programming

Globalization means that innovation processes are moving faster than ever, and responding to this requires a great deal of knowledge and capacity for action. The key technologies in our Knowledge and Innovation Agenda are widely applicable and constantly evolving. We respond to progress through our current programs.