The Netherlands is a relatively small but densely populated country in northwestern Europe, home to approximately 17.7 million people. Despite its compact size—roughly twice the area of New Jersey—it ranks among the world’s most densely populated nations. The Netherlands economy is well developed in agriculture, international trade, banking, and technology. It’s one of the world’s largest exporters of agricultural products despite its small size, known for flowers, dairy, and greenhouse cultivation.
Dutch society is generally progressive, with liberal policies on many social issues…