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De Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie (VVD) Eindhoven has outlined its vision for the city’s future, highlighting a commitment to economic leadership and responsible governance. The...

Eindhoven officials have backed a plan to transform the Maxima hospital site into a hospital and a new urban district with 2,500 homes. The project will see a modern hospital rebuilt alongside high-rise towers for students and the elderly.

The D66 party is under fire for supporting budget cuts that target disability and long-term illness benefits. Although the party claims it wants to protect the vulnerable, it has not explained how reduced funding will improve a struggling assessment system. Opposition parties have condemned the move as a direct financial attack on citizens who cannot work.

The Dutch gas network operator has advised the government to create an emergency fuel stockpile to protect the economy from prolonged supply disruptions. Experts warn that while short-term issues are manageable, a major long-term outage could lead to energy poverty and severe price volatility. The proposal suggests a shift toward long-term energy security by utilising technical gas reserves usually kept deep underground.

Eindhoven is considering a deal to purchase the city's main concert hall to secure its future. The move aims to lower long-term costs and allow for major improvements to the regional cultural landmark.

KLM has extended its suspension of flights to Dubai until 28 March due to the conflict in the Middle East. The airline has also paused services to Riyadh and Dammam while it evaluates regional safety. Affected passengers can rebook or request refunds as authorities continue to monitor the situation.

Eindhoven councillors have approved ASML's massive expansion at the Brainport Industries Campus alongside major investments in regional infrastructure. The project, which includes new bus lanes and road widening, aims to support 20,000 new jobs while connecting the region through the high-speed Brainport Line.

G7 leaders are considering the joint release of strategic oil reserves as the conflict in the Middle East drives up global prices. The IEA has proposed what could become its largest-ever coordinated release. A final decision is still pending as ministers assess market volatility.