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Gibraltar and Netherlands have had long standing historical and maritime ties dating back centuries. Located across the Strait of Gibraltar from each other, the two nations have long cooperated on trade and naval affairs in the Mediterranean region.
Gibraltar's strategic location at the entrance to the Mediterranean has made it a prized possession over the years, passing between Spanish and British control after the Treaty of Utrecht in 1713 granted the British sovereignty over the Rock of Gibraltar in perpetuity. The Netherlands supported British control during the ensuing Anglo-Spanish War of 1727-1729 which saw Spain unsuccessfully try to retake Gibraltar by force.
Today, Gibraltar benefits enormously from its proximity and connection to mainland Europe via Spain. As a British Overseas Territory, Gibraltar maintains an open border with Spain and uses the euro. This has enabled Gibraltar to develop a very business friendly economy centered around offshore banking, online gambling, and ship repair/bunkering industries that cater to transiting vessels. 💰
With no income or corporate taxes, Gibraltar is very attractive for companies seeking a low tax base from which to operate regionally. This has brought both economic prosperity as well as tensions with Spain from time to time as Madrid asserts more control over the Gibraltar border and waters. 
Located across the English Channel, the Netherlands has historically been Britain's closest continental ally. As a leading maritime power itself, the Netherlands could appreciate Gibraltar's strategic location for naval and commercial purposes. Today, the Dutch royal family still claims a formal title including the Principality of Gibraltar. The two nations maintain excellent political and economic relations.
Due to their shared North Sea coastlines and history of close cooperation, fisheries have been an area of productive engagement between the Netherlands and Gibraltar. As an EU member, the Netherlands plays an important role in negotiating maritime issues involving overseas British territories like Gibraltar. Overall, the ties between these small nations demonstrate how insignificant differences can be overcome through mutual interests and a willingness to cooperate. 欄 - https://mbscore.tv/match/gibraltar-vs-netherlands-18712905

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