Industriepartij

Industriepartij is a Dutch term that translates to "Industry Party" or "Industrial Party." Historically, it refers to political parties that were primarily concerned with representing the interests of industrial and business sectors. These parties typically advocated for policies that supported economic growth, free markets, deregulation, and protection of private property. Their focus was often on issues such as trade, manufacturing, employment in industrial areas, and infrastructure development crucial for industry.

In the Netherlands, the concept of an industriepartij has not always manifested as a distinct, formal political party with that specific name throughout its entire political history. Instead, the interests of industry have often been represented by broader liberal or conservative parties that had strong ties to the business community. These parties would champion the cause of industrialists and entrepreneurs within the existing political landscape. While specific parties might have come and gone or evolved, the underlying principle of a political force advocating for industrial interests remained a recurring theme in Dutch socio-economic discourse. The term itself can sometimes be used more generally to describe any political group whose main agenda aligns with industrial concerns.