Amazon to invest $1.6 billion in Dutch operation

Investment Plans - Amazon plans to invest 1.4 billion euros ($1.63 billion) in the Netherlands over the next three years, marking its largest investment in the country since starting operations in 2020 [1] - This investment is part of Amazon's strategy to enhance its presence in the euro zone's fifth largest economy [1] Market Position - Amazon currently employs around 1,000 people in the Netherlands, where its online sales are behind market leader Bol.com, a subsidiary of Ahold Delhaize [1] Strategic Focus - The investments are aimed at improving customer service and enhancing services, including the development of artificial intelligence for entrepreneurs selling on Amazon's platform [2]