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General
Bilateral relations, which date back to the 17th century, are very strong.
The Netherlands was one of the first countries to open an embassy in Accra after Ghana gained independence in 1957.
Ghana is going through a transition phase from a development cooperation market to an upcoming economic market. That is just one of the reasons why the Dutch business sector is interested in economic cooperation and trade with Ghana. The Dutch business community is already active in Ghana such as general trading, services, health, transport, road construction, telecommunications and the supply of drinking water.
During the period from 2001 to 2006 Dutch exports to Ghana have steadily increased from EUR 109.1 million to EUR 188.4 million. Over the same period Dutch imports from Ghana rose from EUR 181.3 million in 2001 to EUR 241.3 million in 2006. The Netherlands has been one of the main destinations for Ghana's exports since 2000.
Trade information
For practical information on doing business in or with Ghana visit the Wesite of 
GHANECC (Ghana Netherlands Chamber of Commerce and Culture) and look for the FAQ, frequently asked questions.
See for additional information: www.evd.nl
For online trade information on Ghana (in Dutch) visit EVD Landenpagina
MATCHMAKING FACILITY
Working with a Dutch business partner: Serious companies in developing countries are often on the lookout for reliable business partners abroad. The Development Cooperation Matchmaking facility puts those companies in touch with Dutch businesses. The goal is to stimulate the development of the private sector in your country. For more information: 
Development Cooperation Matchmaking facility now open for Ghana. For more information please click here.
PRIVATE SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
The goal of PSI is to stimulate sustainable economic development through promoting innovative pilot investment projects in developing countries. The aim is to provide an important contribution to reducing poverty, by creating economic activity, employment opportunity and improved income.
For more information please click here.
The first tender 2010 is now open to 50 countries. The deadline for submitting project proposals is 8 February, 2010 at 17.00 CET. For more information you can read the publication
(in Dutch) in the 'Staatscourant' of 1 December 2009.
In January 2010, the EVD organises several workshops 'How to apply for PSI'. See EVD website for more information.
ORIO
ORIO is the facility for infrastructure development financed by the Dutch Minister for Development Cooperation. Governments in developing countries join with the business community to set up large infrastructure projects. For more information please click here.
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The Republic of Ghana and the Kingdom of the Netherlands share a long history of which tangible and intangible evidence remains. The shared cultural heritage of the two countries, which is identified at present as Mutual or Common Cultural Heritage, is an integral part of the prevailing bi-lateral relations. It is a reminder of the shared history of the two countries and of that in the field of cultural heritage in particular. It refers to both movable and inmovable cultural objects that are an expression of the long historic ties between the two countries making the objects significant to the history and culture of both countries.
Rijksakademie - Call for Entries - deadline February 1, 2010
The Rijksakademie Residency in Amsterdam is an international research and production place for emerging, professional artists from all continents. The Rijksakademie is more than a residency. It has extensive technical facilities, a library and an art collection. In addition, the Rijksakademie offers basic facilities such as a studio, assistance by technical specialists, a work budget, and mediation with accommodation and grants. There are approximately fifty studios where resident artists work for a period of one to two years on research, experiment, projects and production. Confrontation with diverse cultures and advice by internationally active artists, curators and others, promote the deepening, expansion and acceleration of artistic practice.
A period at the Rijksakademie has the greatest effect on an artists' career, three to five years of professional experience before applying. Primary selection criteria are excellence and possibilities for further development. An ability for critical reflection and sufficient focus within the work are important in order to be able to make optimum use of the facilities the Rijksakademie offers.
Resident artists pursue all major contemporary visual art disciplines: painting, drawing, graphics, photography, print-making, sculpture, video, film, sound and digital media. Links with other disciplines such as architecture, music, dance, literature and cinematography are possible.
Application
Each year, out of almost 2000 applicants, around twenty-five artists are invited for a residency period.Artists can apply for the residency January to December 2011 by using the online application form. The deadline for application is 1 February 2010.
Information: www.rijksakademie.nl
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