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Rule of Law:
The Hague Perspective &
Expat Entrepreneurs:
The Untold Story

Expaterience Kicks Off 2026 with a Two-Part Episode on Global Justice and Expat Entrepreneurship

Original air date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Expaterience, the distinctive English-language talk show produced and hosted by international professionals in the Netherlands, opens 2026 with its sixth episode, addressing two themes that are both timely and deeply relevant on a global and personal level.

Hour 1 – Rule of Law: The Hague Perspective

In an era marked by political turbulence, rapid technological change, shifting global alliances, and growing public mistrust, the rule of law and democratic values have moved to the center of national and global debate.

Lead Host Sanjay Sharma sits down with four panelists representing organizations based in and around The Hague – International City of Peace & Justice – all working to support and strengthen democratic values, international justice, and human rights.

This panel examines how these foundational principles are holding up under modern pressures. The discussion explores the essential role of the rule of law in safeguarding rights, ensuring accountability, and providing a stable framework for governance.

By highlighting real-world examples and offering forward-looking insights, the panel provides viewers with a nuanced understanding of the relationship between legal frameworks and democratic ideals—and why protecting both remains essential to a thriving society.

Guest line-up Hour 1:

Fabricio Guariglia – Director, International Development Law Organization (IDLO), The Hague Branch Office

Valérie Gabard  – Co-Director, UpRights

Marco de Jong – Former Diplomat and Advisory Board Member, ASEANcham EU

Richard Ghiasy – Director, GeoStrat; Lecturer Institute of Political Science, Leiden University

Hour 2 – Expat Entrepreneurs: The Untold Story

As more internationals choose the Dutch business landscape to build their ventures, many still face challenges navigating regulations, accessing networks, and finding the right support. 

Hosted by Julie Taylor, founder of Buzz Business Networking, a people connector and accountability coach, this segment explores both the opportunities and hidden barriers shaping the expat entrepreneurial journey.

Julie is joined by four expert guests who offer practical insights into the emotional, financial, and strategic realities facing international founders today. 

Guest line-up Hour 2:

Adina Petre – Trauma Therapist and High-Performance Coach, bringing a unique perspective to help entrepreneurs achieve their business goals

Hans Develing – Founder and Owner, Advictus; seasoned accountant with extensive experience with business owners from diverse international backgrounds

Sinéad Hewson – Founder, impact start-up Unconventional Innovators

Nikia Brown – Founder and CEO, Roots + Rivers Collective; Global Leader, Social Designer, and Public Speaker

Completing this episode’s on-air team alongside hosts Sanjay Sharma and Julie Taylor is Expaterience’s stand-up comedy and opinion contributor Anupama Srivastava, who opens Hour 2 with her column centered on expat entrepreneurship.

Editors/Researchers: Julie Taylor, Sanjay Sharma — Social Media Team: Dennis Kokkelink, Douwe Volk, Elisabeth Mbeng, Michelle Sukowski, Parnita Pandey, and others — Live Streaming Facebook & YouTube: Marcel van Geenen — Camera Team: Abdullah Hassan, Ayman Sandok, Flavio Valcarce, Kai Wang — Sound Engineer: Marcel van Geenen — Opening Title Sequence Designer: Marcel van Geenen — Music Composer: Marcel van Geenen — Guest Reception: Ting-Wen Chen — Additional Support: Fritz van der Koelen, Kees Kouwenberg — Director: Erik Kaartman — Executive Producer & Production Manager: Dennis Kokkelink

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About Expaterience
Expaterience is the Netherlands’ unique TV talk show and online media project, produced and hosted by expats and internationals for Dutch society’s diverse international audiences, exploring the successes and challenges of expat life within the broader context of social issues and global developments, while bringing together residents, curious minds, thought leaders, and multicultural professionals to discuss the most pressing issues of our time.

Expaterience is produced entirely by international volunteers.

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