The Dutch government has signed a deal with Nvidia to provide hardware and technological expertise for the development of a potential artificial intelligence (AI) facility in the country.

The move is part of a broader effort with the European Union for the Dutch government to build an artificial intelligence supercomputer in the Netherlands to boost research and development.

The government confirmed the ongoing talks on Thursday in a statement: “Discussions were held with Nvidia about the delivery of hardware and support with knowledge in creating the required infrastructure.”

The ministry did not disclose a schedule or specific details about the development of the facility.

The news comes as the country’s minister of economic affairs Dirk Beljaarts visits the United States to strengthen relations between Dutch and American technology companies.

The agreement with the US tech giant is in line with the Netherlands' strategic plan to become a leader in the fields of artificial intelligence and technology, with substantial investments being part of its commitment.

In January last year, the Dutch government allocated around $220 million to promote local investment in AI. At the time, it outlined plans to take advantage of generative AI systems such as ChatGPT whilst also establishing protective boundaries to address the technology’s possible risks.

The government added that the AI facility project would benefit from European subsidies to strengthen its financial and technological sustainability.

Dutch eeconomy minister Dirk Beljaarts said that the probability of the new facility being developed has grown significantly following the agreement with Nvidia, according to a report by Reuters.

"Competition is fierce, the whole world is after this technology, this deal brings building a Dutch AI facility a lot closer," he said after a meeting with the chipmaker in Silicon Valley.

Nvidia actively engaged in several European deals in 2024. The company invested $1 billion in AI start-ups, including in European firms.

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