Brexit has ‘added a new twist’ to the Netherlands’ traditional diplomatic role in Europe, where it has long mediated between the big continental powers - Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said recently. With the UK heading towards Brexit and the Franco-German integration motor running, the country, which arguably punches above its weight, has increased the stakes. – writes in his analysis "Dutch vision of the UE: principles or pragmatism?" Robert Steenland, coworker and analytic of the Center for International Relations.