Dutch-American relations

Regina Victoria Maria Jones-Bos illustrates a long history of Dutch-American and Dutch-Baltimorean relations, beginning in the very foundation of the United States. When Baltimore refused to pay British taxes during the American Revolution, Britain responded by blockading the port. The Netherlands, sharing a common enemy of the British, were highly sympathetic to the American cause. In fact, in 1781, a Dutch citizen broke through the blockade to deliver needed goods to Baltimore. Post-independence, Baltimore quickly became a major trading port; it can be compared to its Dutch sister city, Rotterdam. Baltimore and Rotterdam are diverse, internationally oriented places who have dealt with the challenges of industrial decline. As trading cities, the U.S.-Dutch relationship is immensely important to both cities. The Netherlands is the U.S.’ seventh largest exporter and the fourth largest investor. The United States is also the third largest investor in the Netherlands. Regarding the current economic crisis, the Netherlands was able to maneuver its way into the G20 summit. The Dutch are intent upon avoiding protectionism and maintaining free trade between the two nations. Beyond economic ties, the U.S. and the Netherlands are also bound by a shared effort in the promotion of human rights.  

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