The Dutch Ministry of Finance has published a letter to parliament on options to cover the budget shortfall that will result from the cancelation of the planned increase in the VAT rate from 9% to 21% on supplies related to culture, media, and sports. This was approved from 2026, but the government agreed to maintain the 9% rate if alternative amendments are made. In this respect, the letter outlines potential solutions, including eliminating specific reduced VAT rates on certain goods and s…