Priority topics

To introduce you to the activities and projects of the Benelux Union, we have categorised them by theme on this website. A selection of the topics that matter to us and that we hope will interest you is listed below:

Climate Climate change is a challenge that affects all of us. That’s why the Benelux Union is developing joint solutions to tackle the effects of climate change.
Digitalisation Digitalisation brings opportunities for citizens and businesses, but also poses certain risks. That’s why the Benelux Union is already acting as a digital pioneer in Europe today. Networks and data security sit right at the top of our agenda, for example.
Sustainability Sustainability is one of the most important issues for the future of the planet. The Benelux Union has taken numerous measures to protect our ecosystem in a sustainable way.
Economy Open borders are an essential prerequisite to build a sustainable economy today. Worker and business mobility is one of the cornerstones of the Benelux Union.
Education Open education is an asset in our knowledge-based society. The Benelux Union is pushing for borderless education, across our three countries and beyond.
Energy More than ever, energy supply is a core issue in our public debate. The Benelux Union is working to encourage renewable energy across borders.
Crisis management The world is facing several crises. The Benelux Union is committed to joint crisis management to enable us to withstand current and future crises.
Mobility Mobility is a major challenge for the future. The Benelux Union is working on innovative solutions that will enable citizens to move across borders with consideration for the environment.
Health The recent pandemic has made health an even more important societal issue. The Benelux countries are working together to improve the wellbeing of all citizens.
Safety Safety is a basic human need. Thanks to effective and coordinated cooperation between the security services, the Benelux countries are making a concrete contribution to improving the safety of their citizens.