Jobs & Skills: One in five Dutch workers now fears job loss within a year, up sharply from two years ago, even as labour shortages persist in construction, tech and healthcare—highlighting a growing mismatch between worker confidence and employer demand. Labour Market Pressure: The same survey points to higher insecurity in hospitality, retail, finance and customer service, while healthcare, education and legal work look comparatively stable. Netherlands in Europe’s Spotlight: The Dutch State and St. Maarten face a court-ordered return of a St. Maarten prisoner held in the Netherlands, with judges citing disproportionate detention and a right to family life. Energy & Industry: Vopak is pushing ahead with large-scale battery storage in the Netherlands, including major commitments tied to grid congestion mitigation. Crypto & Regulation: Dutch prosecutors move to shut down the Knaken crypto exchange and seek bankruptcy to protect customers after funds were frozen. Climate Risk: El Niño is forecast to strengthen rapidly, raising the odds of heatwaves, droughts and heavy rainfall—an issue for European economies and planning. Aviation & Travel: Schiphol expects 12.7 million summer travellers, while the wider airline sector continues to see shutdowns and liquidations. World Cup Business Angle: Canada and Morocco kick off the Round of 16 in Houston, with the tournament’s knockout stage now set after a dramatic Round of 32 that included the Netherlands’ exit.