Overview
- The heads of the AIVD and MIVD said they have reduced what they pass to U.S. agencies and now make disclosure decisions individually, at times stopping sharing altogether.
- Intelligence concerning Russia is being handled with added caution, with officials saying such material is carefully weighed before any transfer.
- Dutch leaders cited vigilance over politicization of intelligence and potential human-rights risks as key factors shaping their approach to U.S. sharing.
- After recent visits to the CIA and NSA, Dutch officials described the working relationship as reassuring, yet said cooperation is subject to regular review.
- The Netherlands is intensifying multilateral exchanges with a Northern European group that includes the U.K., Germany, Scandinavian services, France and Poland, with some partners sharing raw data.