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Netherlands

The shopping spree of state-owned enterprises is over

Global direct investment from the People's Republic increased only marginally last year, a team of researchers from the think tank Merics and Rhodium Group reported in a recent study. FDI in Europe is far from previous peaks. New EU rules could further dampen investment appetite.

By Amelie Richter

With Merkel, the Netherlands loses its compass

Angela Merkel's personal closeness to Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has left its mark on the German neighbor's EU policy. Even before the federal election, it is clear that Rutte is now searching for his own way.

By Redaktion Table