The municipality of Westland has been a key married person of the Dutch Greenhouse Delta ( DGD ) since its foundation , play a strategic role in fulfilling apportion external aspirations . This partnership was lately renewed , a development that led us to talk with Bouke Arends , the Mayor of Westland Municipality and also a prominent ambassador of the Dutch Greenhouse Delta .
Dutch Greenhouse Delta was lay down in 2018 to pose Dutch horticulture globally as a prominent firebrand . Founders Hein van der Sande ( Certhon ) , Wouter Kuiper ( KUBO ) , and Westland ’s former city manager Sjaak van der Tak laid its foundations . His successor , Mayor Bouke Arends , has been pivotal in globally promoting the Netherlands ' comprehensive solutions for sustainable food yield . As an embassador of DGD , he brings this surpassing horticultural hub to the global stage , heighten its recognition both internationally and topically . To continue bolstering Westland ’s economical potential , the collaboration between DGD and Westland Municipality has recently been extended .
Westland : The Epicenter of Global HorticultureMayor Bouke Arends proudly speaks of Westland ’s unique standing in the global horticulture landscape painting . " Nowhere else in the world will you witness such a dense concentration of nursery and horticultural suppliers as in Westland . If the horticultural sphere was a commonwealth , Westland would be its capital , " he says . This area is a power station in business , academic research , and Education Department . As an ambassador for this thriving Greenport , Mayor Arends plays a crucial part in heighten its global appeal , profit the local and outside job residential area .
strengthen Trade Through Diplomatic CollaborationThe Westland Municipality actively supports DGD ’s commission to set the sphere as a prominent global trading collaborator , particularly through diplomatic booking . involvement in business deal missions and host external relegating visits are field where the mayor ’s affair importantly benefits the business concern sector . The presence of a government functionary often unlock opportunities that might otherwise stay on inaccessible .
Mayor Arends explain : " In some countries , it ’s a hold that discussions first take place at the governmental level . From our role , we can plant a solid foundation . This leads to commercial-grade opportunities from which the line sector benefit . "
Mayor Arends mention the trade deputation to Kazakhstan in April 2023 as a prime example of the synergy between DGD and Municipality of Westland . The participation of Mayor Arends as DGD ’s ambassador enabled DGD ’s spouse to establish connections with fundamental outside stakeholders . The implication of these relationships is unmistakable in various successful follow - up betrothal . " latterly , we host the Kazakh ambassador to a geothermal project in Westland , showcasing our region ’s pioneer role in sustainable practices , " says Arends .
Road2Osaka : A Unified Vision for World Expo 2025Looking ahead , Mayor Arends highlight project to explore new market that are good for the horticultural sphere jointly . He expresses anticipation for the World Expo 2025 in Osaka , Japan . Dutch Greenhouse Delta and Westland Municipality are jell to play an of import part in the gardening sphere ’s presentation leading up to this global event . " The road towards the World Expo , as well as the event itself , presents an outstanding chance to showcase our horticultural strengths to international governments and investor , " he explains .
" Our municipality lay the diplomatical groundwork while DGD facilitates central connector , pave the agency for our horticulture sphere to make a significant wallop in the world-wide barter stadium . Together , we contribute to advancing worldwide food for thought certificate and promoting sustainable cultivation of flowers and plants . "
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