Netherlands

The Netherlands, informally Holland, is a country located in Western Europe. Ranked as one of the most influential nations in the world, the Netherlands established colonies and trading posts throughout the world, with their influence extending even after their colonies were granted independence.

History
During the Arrival, the Netherlands were a "sister-republic" of France. The president of the National Assembly soon met with the captains of three starships negotiated settlement in the Dutch East Indies in exchange for the colonists' labor and protection.