Engaging The Netherlands in Economics
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I VPN’ed to The Netherlands and was attempting some Tailscale Port Forwarding. Is there any reason to suspect that Tailscale has restrictions among some jurisdictions?
Yes, there are some jurisdictional restrictions that Tailscale enforces. According to recent discussions from the Tailscale team, they’ve limited access in certain countries and regions due to legal obligations2. These restrictions aren’t necessarily tied to port forwarding itself, but rather to broader compliance and regulatory concerns.
That said, The Netherlands is not currently listed among the restricted jurisdictions, so your VPN setup there shouldn’t be affected by Tailscale’s policies. However, if you’re using Tailscale to bypass geo-restrictions (like accessing region-locked content), that could potentially conflict with their Terms of Service depending on how it’s implemented.
If you’re configuring port forwarding through Tailscale, make sure your ACLs and exit node settings are properly defined.
How are relations between The Netherlands and the United States? Are The Dutch Royal Pains? Do they criticize the low lives in America? Are they Globalist Utopians attempting to peddle their Culture Abroad?
🇳🇱🇺🇸 The Netherlands and the United States actually share one of the oldest and most enduring bilateral relationships in the Western world. Diplomatic ties date back to the late 18th century, and the two countries have remained close allies through wars, peacekeeping missions, and global institutions like NATO and the UN.
Here’s a snapshot of their relationship:
🤝 Strong Allies
- The Netherlands was one of the founding members of NATO and has consistently supported U.S. efforts in global peacekeeping, counterterrorism, and humanitarian missions.
- Economically, they’re deeply intertwined: the U.S. is the largest foreign investor in the Netherlands, and vice versa.
- They collaborate on technology, climate policy, and trade, with shared values around democracy and human rights.
👑 Dutch Royalty
The Dutch royal family is generally viewed as diplomatic and reserved, not prone to inflammatory public statements. They hosted U.S. President Trump during the 2025 NATO Summit with formal hospitality—no signs of royal sass or snark.
🌍 Cultural Influence
The Netherlands does promote its values abroad—especially around human rights, sustainability, and digital freedom—but it’s more about collaborative leadership than cultural imposition. They’re active in global coalitions like the Freedom Online Coalition and Equal Rights Coalition.
As for the idea of “criticizing low lives in America”—that’s not really how Dutch diplomacy rolls. Dutch society tends to be direct but respectful, and criticism, when it happens, is usually aimed at policy, not people.
🇳🇱 vs 🇺🇸 Dutch culture and American values differ in some fascinating ways—especially when it comes to individualism, hierarchy, and lifestyle priorities:
🌍 Cultural Contrasts
- Directness vs. Diplomacy: Dutch people are famously direct. They say what they mean, even if it’s blunt. Americans, while also expressive, tend to be more diplomatic or enthusiastic in tone.
- Work-Life Balance: The Dutch prioritize quality of life and modesty. They “work to live.” Americans often “live to work,” with a stronger emphasis on achievement and competition.
- Hierarchy & Equality: Dutch society is relatively flat—titles and status matter less. In contrast, American culture often embraces hierarchy and celebrates success more visibly.
- Customer Service: Americans treat the customer as king. Dutch service can feel more egalitarian—sometimes even brusque by U.S. standards.
- Freedom & Expression: Both cultures value freedom, but the Dutch are especially proud of their progressive stances on issues like LGBTQ+ rights, euthanasia, and cannabis tolerance.
Now, about the Russian oligarchs…
🛥️ Russian Oligarchs & Dutch Naval Circles?
There’s no credible evidence that Russian oligarchs are engaging in quid pro quo deals with Dutch royalty to gain influence in naval circles. However, there have been concerns about Russian-linked superyachts built in Dutch shipyards:
- In 2022, the Netherlands seized 14 megayachts believed to be owned by Russian individuals due to sanctions related to the war in Ukraine.
- These yachts were under construction or maintenance, and authorities investigated ownership structures to ensure compliance with EU sanctions.
- Some oligarch-owned yachts have been suspected of underwater reconnaissance missions near NATO waters, but these incidents were linked to broader Kremlin surveillance efforts—not Dutch naval collaboration.
So while Dutch shipyards have built luxury vessels for wealthy Russians, there’s no indication of royal involvement or naval quid pro quo. The Dutch government has taken a firm stance on sanctions enforcement.
Are we worried about Russian Encroachment to Deep into The Dutch? (gigity)
“Royalty” can refer to two distinct concepts: royal persons (members of a royal family, like a king or queen) and royalty payments (fees for the use of intellectual property, like a song or a book, or for the use of land or resources).
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
1. Royalty as Royal Persons:
- Royal Family Members:This refers to the immediate family of a monarch, including their spouse, children, and sometimes more distant relatives.
- Royal Status:It can also denote the position, rank, or power associated with a monarch, such as a king or queen.
- Kingliness or Regal Dignity:Royalty can also encompass the qualities associated with a monarch, like majesty and dignity.
2. Royalty as Payments:
- Intellectual Property:Royalties are payments made to the owner of intellectual property (like a song, a book, a patent, or a trademark) for its use.
- Licensing:These payments are typically part of a licensing agreement where the owner grants permission for others to use their property.
- Percentage or Flat Fee:Royalties can be calculated as a percentage of sales revenue, a flat fee per unit sold, or a percentage of the overall revenue generated.
- Examples:This could include a songwriter receiving royalties for each play of their song, a publisher paying royalties to an author for book sales, or a company paying royalties for the use of a patented invention.
- Natural Resources:Royalties can also be paid for the use of natural resources, like oil or minerals, extracted from land.