The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched the new database "Developing your Business", aimed at stimulating business with and in emerging markets. The database contains information about grants, import and export support, investment, research, networks, training courses and relevant websites.

Improving the business climate in developing countries is a high priority for the Dutch Minister for Development Cooperation, Agnes van Ardenne. Economic growth creates new jobs and helps combat poverty.

An extensive English-language version of the database is available at www.evd.nl/DyB. It provides information about the opportunities in each country for the international and local business community. The search engine recognises country names and key words. The database is available for use free of charge. It is managed by the EVD, an agency of the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs.