'Cabinet shows little interest in managing the Dutch gold reserves'

The Dutch Minister of Finance has limited insight into the country's gold reserves, according to a report by the Court of Audit. Although the minister can obtain information from the Dutch Central Bank (DNB), this opportunity is rarely utilized. DNB manages over 600 tons of gold valued at approximately 72 billion euros, stored in various locations. The report emphasizes the importance of the minister being informed about the management of these vital state interests and associated risks. There are no formal agreements between DNB and the minister regarding gold management during crises. The current minister, Heinen, believes DNB's management strengthens the economy's resilience, especially amid geopolitical tensions, and expresses no concerns about information exchange. The report highlights that previous ministers also had limited oversight of the gold reserves.