Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Addis Ababa
Joined May 2013
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The European Union Film Festival Addis Ababa 2026 continues with a third weekend (Nov 6 - 8) that includes six films, from Armenia to Ukraine. 🎞️
#EUFFAddis2026 #EU2AU #EU2Ethiopia #EuropeanCinema #FreeScreening #Videobet
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Appreciated the possibility to get together with EU member states’ Ambassadors in Addis to reflect on our work as #TeamEurope 🇪🇺 ! Many thanks to Ambassador of Belgium @anneliesny for hosting the retreat at your stunning new residence!
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Ambassador @lapirenne and her team @NLinEthiopia visited the Mignote/aspiration project in Debre Birhan, which aims to enhance the resilience, self-reliance of displaced people & host communities.
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@lapirenne visited a Job Fair organized by the ILO and the Information Technology Park under the PROSPECTS Partnership, the 🇳🇱 flagship program connecting employers with young people, including refugees, looking for employment.
Work-Based Learning Job Fair held today in Ethiopia 🇪🇹!
✅500+ youth from refugee & host communities participated
✅ 20+ IT Park companies engaged
Organized by @EthiopianP74117 with the support of @IloProspects.
Connecting young talent with pathways to decent work.
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Constructive meeting today with the Netherlands @NLinEthiopia Amb. @Lapirenne to discuss our ongoing partnership under @UNDPEthiopia’s governance programme, and explore strategic opportunities to expand collaboration in support of Ethiopia’s sustainable development agenda.
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As part of the visit to the #AU on Human Rights, the #NL Youth Representative to the UN on Security and Human Rights, exchanged views with the AU Youth Representative. #Youth are increasingly taken seriously in conversations that concern them, today and in the future.
@AUC_PAPS
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NL Human Rights Ambassador @wjpgeerts today participated in a panel discussion with AU member states. Multilateralism is essential for upholding human rights and fighting impunity. Thanks for the valuable exchanges @issafrica
@willynyamitwe @SAEmbassyAddis @Amb_Mulamula
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Open discussions between NL Human Rights Ambassador @wjpgeerts and AU Commissioner @Bankole_Adeoye. Priorities may differ, but AU and NL share commitment to human rights. AU is an important partner on shared values of rule of law and democracy.
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Our Human Rights Ambassador @wpjgeerts had a fruitful dialogue with DG International Legal Affairs, Yibekal Gizaw. We discussed the topics of #humanrights issues, #socialmedia, and #multilateral engagement. We look forward to continue the dialogue and collaboration.
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This morning our Human Rights Ambassador @wjpgeerts had a good meeting with chairperson of #NEBE, Melatwork Hailu. We discussed challenges such as security, and the importance of inclusive, transparent #elections. We acknowledged NEBE’s ongoing efforts despite the challenges.
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Our Human Rights Ambassador @wjpgeerts had a constructive meeting today with #EHRC Chief Commissioner Berhanu, exchanging ideas on #humanrights priorities, challenges, and how to improve collaboration. Together we can strengthen human rights for all.
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Yesterday at AU HQ in Addis Ababa, I received H.E. Christine Pirenne @lapirenne, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Ethiopia @NLinEthiopia. Discussions focused on developments in the Middle East and their broader implications, highlighting the importance of strengthened cooperation in addressing evolving security challenges. We also noted support to the African Union, including through the AU–EU partnership @EUtoAU, and reaffirmed our shared commitment to multilateralism anchored in international law.
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🇪🇺 EU Ambassadors hosted @_AfricanUnion chair chief of staff @souefmo_elamine in a very good & constructive discussion with multilateralism, peace & security and climate action as important priorities! #TeamEurope #AUEU #partnership
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It was a pleasure to meet with @lapirenne, Amb. of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the #AU @NLinEthiopia. We discussed current global dynamics & the central role of the #UN in upholding multilateralism. I am looking forward to continuing our collaboration. #Diplomacy4Peace
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A project, which enhances border and migration management governance in Ethiopia through model border initiatives, technology, and health system strengthening, was launched today.
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Thank you, Ambassador @lapirenne 🇳🇱 for hosting breakfast in your beautiful residence ahead of the #AUSummit2026. 🙏🏾
A valuable exchange with @UNAIDS donors, including 🇨🇦, 🇩🇰, 🇮🇪, 🇱🇺, 🇳🇴, 🇸🇪, 🇧🇪, 🇫🇷, 🇩🇪, 🇯🇵, 🇺🇸, 🇬🇧.
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A big 🙏 to the 🇳🇱 Min. of Trade & Development @aukjedevries for traveling to 🇪🇹 & seeing first-hand the impact of the #COMPASS initiative!
Your Govt's dedication to tackling #irregularmigration, assisting #returnees & improving livelihoods is truly appreciated. #SafeMigration
