Posts by: Anton van der Riet
Malaysia – The Netherlands: important friends and partners
On the 19th of September 2019, the Ambassador of Malaysia to the Kingdom of The Netherlands, His Excellency Dato’ Ahmad Nazri bin Yusof and his charming spouse, Mrs. Linda Zin welcomed hundreds of guests, representatives of the Royal House, of … Read More »
Dutch society welcomes eleven New Ambassadors to Diplomat Club Wassenaar
The dismal weather on December 20th, 2018 made the warmth and geniality of Diplomat Club Wassenaar’s Welcome Ceremony for newly arrived Ambassadors all the more appreciable.The splendid festive decoration at Kasteel De Wittenburg with its heavily … Read More »
Adieu Ambassador of Argentina, a bid farewell to H.E. H. Horacio Salvador and Mrs. Jane Berger de Salvador
On their departure from the Netherlands, His Excellency Mr. H. Horacio Salvador and his charming spouse, Mrs. Jane Berger de Salvador, hosted a farewell reception, on the 14th of November 2019 in their monumental Residence in … Read More »
Africa day 2019: reaping the fruits of the efforts made 56 years ago by the Founding Fathers of the Organisation of African Unity
What a pleasure to once again welcome the celebration of Africa day 2019, at Diplomat Club Wassenaar – Kasteel De Wittenburg.Fifteen African countries were represented this year, illuminating the castle as usual with their radiance, vitality … Read More »
The Ambassador of Indonesia, Mr. I Gusti Agung Wesaka Puja hosts a farewell dinner for the Ambassador of Belgium, Mr. Chris Hoornaert
On 30 October 2018, The Ambassador of Indonesia, His Excellency Mr. I Gusti Agung Wesaka Puja hosted a special dinner with colleagues and neighbours, to bid farewell to His Excellency Mr. Chris Hoornaert, Ambassador of Belgium to The … Read More »
National Day of Spain, The Hague welcomes the first female Spanish Ambassador: Ms. María J. Alonso
The Lange Voorhout was in full autumnal glory on this incredibly warm October 11th 2018; the red and yellow leaves serving as perfect backdrop to the proud Spanish flag swaying in the early evening breeze. Her … Read More »
Malaysian Delights by Celebrity Chef Dato’ Ismail Ahmad
At the invitation of the Embassy of Malaysia (Agriculture Office) and the spouse of the Ambassador Mrs Linda Zin, Chef Dato’ Ismail Ahmad had the assembly of guests swooning with delight in the gardens of the … Read More »
South Africa celebrating 25 years of Freedom and Democracy
The grey and wet weather on April 25th 2019, was in sharp contrast with the South African vibrancy during the celebration of 25 years of Freedom and Democracy at Diplomat Club Wassenaar – Kasteel De Wittenburg. … Read More »
Diplomats focus on Sports and Business: 300 (inter)national companies involved in CHIO Rotterdam
On 24 June 2018 the oldest sports event in Rotterdam celebrated its 70th edition with, amongst others, 300 (inter)national companies. In collaboration with Diplomat Club Wassenaar, twenty-one Ambassadors, all Honorary members of the club, attended the … Read More »
“Educate a child” fundraising event at the Residence of Pakistan in The Hague
On June 30th, 2018 The Citizen Foundation, in collaboration with the Embassy of Pakistan and the Pakistan Ladies Association in the Netherlands (PLAIN), organized a fundraising event in the Hague. The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic … Read More »