Interview with P.F. Bongers, Chairman, Bogin
Having one of the highest penetration rates in Europe, generic medicines play a very important role in the Dutch pharmaceutical market. As this is the principal association for the generics…
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Although the Netherlands is a wealthy country, some of its inhabitants see little of that wealth. Lacking economic independence, they cannot fully participate in society. To improve their position, the Ministry is working with the Ministries of economics, education and housing to strengthen social infrastructure. Important areas of social policy are voluntary work, youth and child care.
Sport
Sport is good for our health, personal development and social life. The Ministry strives to enable everyone to engage in sport. It also finances top-level sport, enabling the Netherlands to compete at an international level.
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