Netherlands | European Futures

First, Brexit – Are the Dutch Next in Line?

European Futures — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 08:00:57 +0000

David Bokhorst Although the Netherlands is considered a potential contender to follow the UK in opting to leave the EU, such a prospect is unlikely for now, writes David Bokhorst. He argues, however, that deep public dissatisfaction with European integration, combined with how political elites present the EU at home, will continue to undermine Dutch …

The post First, Brexit – Are the Dutch Next in Line? first appeared on European Futures.

The Dutch Ukraine Referendum That Was Never Really About Ukraine

European Futures — Thu, 05 May 2016 08:00:30 +0000

David Bokhorst and Bogdan Koetsier The recent Dutch referendum on the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement, which rejected the agreement, was more an expression of Euroscepticism than an evaluation of the actual deal, write David Bokhorst and Bogdan Koetsier. They argue that the role of referendums should be reconsidered, particularly in foreign policy, as part of a …

The post The Dutch Ukraine Referendum That Was Never Really About Ukraine first appeared on European Futures.

The Netherlands: An Unexpectedly Turbulent EU Presidency

European Futures — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 08:00:09 +0000

David Bokhorst Despite hopes for a low-keyed EU presidency next year, the Netherlands will find itself coordinating Council business on the many challenges and crises facing Europe at present, writes David Bokhorst. He argues that, although much of the agenda may be beyond their control, the Dutch will nevertheless pursue their strategic objectives, with a …

The post The Netherlands: An Unexpectedly Turbulent EU Presidency first appeared on European Futures.