World: Netherlands and IOM Reaffirm Strong Partnership including New Multi-Year Funding Commitment
Countries: World, Netherlands Source: International Organization for Migration The Hague, 28 May 2026 โ The Government of the Netherlands today reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) by announcing a new unearmarked financial contribution of EUR 16 million over four years, underscoring continued trust in the Organizationโs mandate and support for safe, orderly, and regular migration. โMigration challenges are becoming more complex, while humanitarian needs continue to rise,โ said IOM Director General Amy Pope. โThe Netherlands has long been a strong and trusted partner of IOM, and this contribution will enhance IOMโs capacity to support its Member States and vulnerable people on the move.โ The pledge followed high-level meetings between IOM Director General, Amy Pope and the Netherlandsโ Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, and Minister for Asylum and Migration, Bart van den Brink, during which they discussed shared priorities on migration governance and international cooperation. The contribution will strengthen IOMโs effectiveness and efficiency to ensure that the organization can continue to provide timely support for those in need while strengthening systems that support safe and orderly migration, including protection and long-term solutions. It also highlights the Netherlandsโ continued role as a key and reliable partner of IOM and reflects a shared commitment to international cooperation, evidence-based migration governance and people-centred solutions. As one of IOMโs founding Member States, the Netherlands has long championed well-managed migration as a shared responsibility and a driver of resilience and sustainable development. Through this contribution, it continues to support approaches that reduce vulnerabilities, strengthen protection, and uphold dignity. For more information, please visit IOMโs Media Centre.