Bas Pulles, CommissionerNetherlands Foreign Investment Agency

Holland offers a strategic location and international business enviroment Gateway to European markets and beyond Central position in Europe and proximity to big markets like the United Kingdom, France and Germany 170 million consumers within a 500km radius Stable political environment Solid economic basis - sustainable triple A status #7 in WEF's Global Competitiveness Report 2011-2012 50% of Dutch GDP derived from international activities Openness to foreign investment

Holland offers a superior logistics and technology infrastructure Schiphol Amsterdam Airport: ranked as Europe's best airport for both cargo and passenger transport 3 direct flights a day between Dubai and Schiphol Amsterdam Airport Port of Rotterdam: Europe's largest and most important harbor DP World invests in the Port of Rotterdam expansion Fast and efficient multimodal logistics networks into Europe #4 in Worldbank Logistics Performance Index 2010 Dutch Customs: practical and pro-active approach - VAT deferment at time of import Home to Europe's largest internet hub, the Amsterdam Internet Exchange (AMS-IX)

Holland offers a conducive innovation environment and solid workforce Open innovation approach Organized public-private partnerships Fast-track permits for highly skilled migrants #8 in top R&D generators of Booz & Company's Global Innovation 100 One of Europe's most highly educated, flexible and motivated workforces Dutch professionals among the most multilingual in the world Higher output per person employed in industry than most other European countries Dutch labor law provides a range of possibilities to flexibly engage employees

Holland offers a competitive fiscal climate Attractive tax rates compared to other countries in Western Europe Statutory corporate income tax rate of 25% (20% for first 200,000 Euro) Tax rulings from the Dutch tax authorities: giving certainty in advance on future tax positions Incentives for corporate R&D and innovation Favorable participation exemption regime Wide tax treaty network reducing withholding taxes on dividends, interests and royalties No statutory withholding tax on outgoing interest and royalty payments Favorable tax treatment for foreign employees (30% tax ruling)

Holland offers an attractive quality of life Holland applies the same open-minded principles to making its society work

for both natives and newcomers The standard of living is high Cost of living is affordable Dutch society is a multicultural one Dedicated regional expat desks offer practical support #6 in UN Human Development Report 2009 of best countries to live in

Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) The NFIA is an operational unit of the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation The NFIA was established for assisting foreign companies with advice, information and practical

support, quickly, free of charge and on a confidential basis

Founded 30 years ago NFIA already supported thousands of companies from all over the world to successfully establish their business in the Netherlands

Support from A to Z Preliminary in-person meetings to discuss your business' needs Personalized insight and data regarding site selection and logistics strategies Intensive personal guidance on tax regulations, labor issues and permit procedures Introductions to a variety of Dutch networks and service suppliers, to government authorities and to

others of relevance to the investment process Customized fact-finding trips in cooperation with regional NFIA network Matchmaking assistance for foreign technology companies seeking European partners Advocacy towards national and EU governments Publication of information in a variety of digital ad printed media

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marco@nfia.comnfia-gulfregion.com

Marco SmitExecutive DirectorNFIA Gulf Region

Bas PullesCommissioner NFIA