Tim Spaans
@timothyspaans
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@DutchMFA | Trade Facilitation and Regional Markets | #trade | Aid, Trade & Investment | Private Sector Development |
The Hague, the Netherlands
Joined July 2009
@ITCnews , @CBI_NL & @DutchMFA engaged with partners that work on systems change in Ghana's cocoa👨🏾🌾🍫 and digital tech sector👩🏽💻. Frontrunners challenge status quo + push boundaries; creating impact by adding value at origin, creating jobs + driving #sustainability transitions.
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Fresh produce can be collected in the consolidation center and packed into reefer containers, keeping the products cool. Flowers are kept fresh to survive the long journey on sea thanks to innovative ways of treating and packaging them.
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Celebrating Sustainable Trade! King Willem-Alexander & Queen Máxima toured Naivasha ICD, exploring innovations in sustainable agrologistics - cold storage, flower prep for seafreight & trade solutions. Shifting from air ✈️to sea cuts CO2, lowers costs & boosts exports! 🌍🚢
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The Netherlands is a significant supporter of our work, and Dutch companies are major investors in Kenya and East Africa. The Netherlands is also Kenya’s largest trading partner in the EU and a top three global trade partner. In 2023, Kenya exported $706 million worth of goods to
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Today, we had the honour of hosting Their Majesties, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, at the Naivasha Inland Container Depot (ICD). The visit reaffirmed the strong trade partnership between Kenya and the Netherlands and the support by the Netherlands
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In Ghana, agri-tech startups & agribusinesses are working to improve traceability, financing & adapt to climate change. 🌱 Our Netherlands-funded programme connects startups & farmers on field trips to co-create solutions. 👉 https://t.co/CuwEz1Gl1u
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🚀 The countdown is on—just 4 days to go until the Africa Trade Development Forum (#ATDF2024)! 🌍 We are excited to explore digital trade and innovative solutions that are transforming Africa’s trade and investment environment. Did you know? Uganda’s Electronic Single Window
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🇳🇱 Welcome back to Nairobi @timothyspaans! For the next 2.5 months, he'll be joining the Trade & Investment team at the Embassy, focusing on the cool chain logistics program along the Northern Corridor. Typically, he works at the @DutchMFA on private sector development.
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Navigating EU Deforestation-free Products Regulation Compliance? Our new checklist breaks down the key considerations when choosing the right tools. 🔍 Learn about the tools & tech solutions available to ensure you're compliant. https://t.co/bODl8HqkR0
#EUDR #EuropeanUnion
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Today, @TradeMarkAfrica Kenya Country Programme held its 51st National Oversight Committee meeting, which provided a platform to discuss the progress of ongoing initiatives and the impact of completed projects Read more https://t.co/lfYpwGCiOr
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Can agri-tech save the day? African farmers are counting on it to comply with new EU Deforestation Regulation & keep their products on European shelves. We're providing technical assistance & training to equip them with the tools they need to succeed. 🔗 https://t.co/78DVYlUupH
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We continue with our #TradeForum Expert Series, this time with a joint ITC - @DutchMFA piece showing our long-standing partnership, making the transition to a sustainable, green, and digital future work for #SmallBusinesses. For more details ⬇️
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Nice to meet face-to-face! 🎉 Great pleasure to welcome @ITCnews tech programme managers from 🇧🇯🇪🇹🇬🇭🇸🇳🇺🇬 today at @DutchMFA 🌍✨ We discussed the future of digital tech in #Africa. Stay tuned for updates on our collaboration! #Tech #DigitalTransformation #GlobalPartnerships
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Today’s inspiring meetup with young Mozambican entrepreneurs from @OrangeCorners at @NLinMozambique! @DutchMFA supporting #youth to start & grow their business📈, becoming our future trading partners! 🇳🇱🤝🇲🇿
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Reflecting on #Aid4Trade conference at the @wto, I was honored to be a panelist discussing the shift from air to sea freight🌍 This transition is pivotal for sustainable trade, reducing costs & carbon footprints. Excited about the potential for greener🌱more efficient logistics!
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@AkosuaAnnobil at the @ITCnews 60th anniversary ceremony talking about the exponential impact of digital in healthcare, education, financial services and agriculture, with startups like @farmerline changing trade 2 change lives. #NTF5Tech, in partnership with @NLinGeneva
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Exciting to see both @KuapaKokoo🧑🏾🌾 and Chocoluv🍫 from Ghana 🇬🇭 sharing their stories on main stage of @wto #Aid4Trade forum 💪🏾 @ITCnews supports both succesful organisations under Netherlands Trust Fund programme -funded by @DutchMFA 🇳🇱, focussing on green sustainable trade 🌱📈
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On this #MSMEDay, we recognize the backbone of our economies: #SmallBusiness. From job creation to innovation, they drive local and global progress. Cheers to their hard work and determination! More details 👉 https://t.co/7lCB95atW4
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Great to see @TradeMarkAfrica together with @jumuiya and national partners (e.g @URAuganda and @KRACorporate) showcasing innovative digital solutions at @wto #AidforTrade conference that enhance intra-regional trade 💪🏾🌍
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⚠️Bridging the gap between technical solutions and practical implementation for farmers is crucial and often looked over.⚠️ More efforts are needed to reach local adaptation to ensure innovations truly meet needs! 🌱📈 #Agriculture #Innovation #Adoptation
@FAODG @FAO @MbargaAtangana1 @sachinaug13 Susan Ndung’u: Women and the poor are the most vulnerable. The problem now is that most solutions to food security exist at a global level and don't reach farmers. She introduced some practical ways to help small farmers try new seeds and find markets. #Aid4Trade
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A Can't-Miss Live Event at the @WTO #Aid4Trade. Live demonstration of #RECTS @Jumuiya Customs all from Mombasa Port @Kenya_Ports #EACInnovation
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