Theo Peters
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Consul General of the Netherlands in San Francisco. Building bridges with the 13 westernmost US states. Let's solve global challenges together.
San Francisco, CA
Joined February 2010
📣 Our latest edition of the newsletter is here. Check out the latest updates from our Dutch network across the West Coast. ➡️ Read it here:
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🚀#dutchtech startups are you ready to scale to the US? Join our #ScaleNL accelerator & gain insights & coaching, along with a trip to NYC & Boston to meet investors, founders & operators. Apply by Sept 5, 2025! 🌍🇳🇱🇺🇸 🔗 https://t.co/2uEtHdvaQ0
scalenl.com
Are you a Dutch company looking to scale to the US? Apply now to our 12-week US Accelerator Program - tailor made for Dutch Tech startups.
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Don’t miss your chance to have your say in the October 29 election for the Dutch House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer)! Dutch citizens who live abroad must register by September 17 to cast their ballots. Visit: https://t.co/W0rOiWqjUq
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There are many different commemorations, including in Indonesia, Thailand and Japan. Our embassies and consulates are closely involved. In The Hague, we gather at the Indies Monument. King Willem-Alexander, @MinPres, the Indonesian ambassador, and others will lay a wreath. 2/2
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Japan's surrender on 15 August 1945 marked the official end of the Second World War for the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The scars remain, also in Asia. Today, we remember and honour the victims of this war from the former Dutch Indies - in the Netherlands and worldwide. 1/2
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On August 15, 1945, #WWII officially ended for #KingdomNL. Every year #OTD, we remember the victims of Japanese occupation of the former Dutch East Indies. This year marks the 80th anniversary of freedom! Read more:
15augustus1945.nl
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Appointments for the Pop-up Consulate in Denver are now open! The Pop-Up Consulate will be in Denver from September 16 to September 18, 2025. You can now book your appointment to apply or renew your passport via this link:
netherlandsworldwide.nl
Do you live in United States and do you want to renew or apply for a Dutch passport or ID card? Check what you need and find out how to apply.
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📢We’re hiring! The Consulate General of the Netherlands in San Francisco is looking for a Senior Economic Officer to strengthen Dutch-American trade ties. Passionate about networks, collaboration, and innovation? 💡Apply by Aug 10, 2025:
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🚀Why do Dutch founders want to scale to the West Coast? Four Dutch founders share their journey & takeaways from the @ScaleNL West Coast Accelerator. Now, applications for the East Coast Accelerator are open, join the next wave of founders! https://t.co/2uEtHduD0s
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A tsunami warning is now in effect along parts of California’s North Coast — from Cape Mendocino to the Oregon border. @Cal_OES is coordinating with local officials. Please stay alert and follow instructions from emergency personnel.
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Hawaii: Coastal Area Evacuation🚨 Take Action Now! Leave immediately - Evacuation routes often are marked by a wave with an arrow in the direction of higher ground.
HNL Alert: 04:11 PM 07-29-2025 - HNL Alert: Tsunami Warning remains in effect - Take Action! Destructive tsunami waves expected. Tsunami refuge areas available. EVACUATE coastal areas in PRIMARY EVACUATION ZONE. Map: https://t.co/HOBzCPgLO7
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A tsunami warning has been issued for Hawaii, the Aleutian Islands of Alaska and the US West Coast. Stay informed and follow the instructions of the local authorities. https://t.co/PYvYCpeVT5
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The year’s strongest earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings and advisories in Hawaii, California, Oregon and Washington.
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📣We're hiring! The Consulate General of The Netherlands in San Francisco is looking for a Management Assistant to support our daily operations. Organized, proactive, and a great communicator? 💡Apply by Aug 1, 2025 https://t.co/2Kd59eaSYY
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🏅Join the Dutch Sports Mission to LA, Oct 12–17! Explore business opportunities ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 📅Register by July 31: https://t.co/yvt5ivGJbz
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🎆 Happy 4th of July to all our American friends! 🇺🇸 From fireworks to freedom, the Netherlands celebrates with you today. As your oldest continuous ally, we raise a toast to liberty, friendship, and BBQs. Wishing everyone a safe and spectacular Independence Day! 🎉🧨🌭🍔
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🚀 Sign-ups are open for CES 2026! From Jan 5–8 2026, the Netherlands Pavilion returns to Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. Startups in AI, photonics, semiconductors & more can apply to join the Dutch delegation. Deadline: July 15 https://t.co/GBPKfU58HU
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📭Our June newsletter is out! From Dutch innovation and startups to sports, female entrepreneurship and culture, this edition highlights the latest on the US West Coast 📖Read the full newsletter & subscribe to future editions here:
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Orange is always part of the rainbow🌈🧡 🏳️🌈Last weekend, we proudly joined the San Francisco Pride Parade together with other European countries and friends. #LGBTIQ #LoveisLove #DiversityisBeautiful #EuropeforPride
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Today, the Netherlands marks Keti Koti, the day slavery was formally abolished in Suriname and the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Together, we reflect on this painful history. Remembrance, recognition, and dialogue remain essential.
Enkele maanden geleden was ik te gast op de zes eilanden die samen het Caribisch deel vormen van ons Koninkrijk. En natuurlijk was tijdens deze reis het slavernijverleden voelbaar aanwezig. In monumenten. In overgeleverde historische verhalen. In persoonlijke
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🏅⚽️Sports & Collaboration: The Netherlands Looks Ahead to the West Coast. With the World Cup, Olympic and Paralympic Games coming to the West Coast, we gathered in NL to explore how the Dutch sports ecosystem can play a role both on & off the field. Thanks to all who joined us.
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