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This Mutual Confidentiality Agreement template is designed for use under Dutch law when two parties need to share sensitive business information while exploring potential business opportunities, partnerships, or transactions. It provides a balanced framework for both parties to protect their confidential information, including trade secrets, technical data, business plans, and proprietary information. The agreement complies with Dutch civil law requirements, the Trade Secrets Protection Act, and relevant EU regulations including GDPR where applicable. It's particularly suitable for business negotiations, due diligence processes, joint ventures, and other collaborative business discussions where mutual protection of confidential information is essential.

1. Parties: Identification of the parties entering into the agreement, including full legal names, registration numbers, and registered addresses

2. Background: Brief context explaining why the parties are entering into the confidentiality agreement and their intended business relationship

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement, particularly 'Confidential Information', 'Representatives', 'Permitted Purpose', and 'Affiliate'

4. Obligations of Confidentiality: Core obligations regarding protecting and maintaining the confidentiality of the information

5. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed, including to employees, advisors, and as required by law

6. Information Protection Measures: Specific measures required to protect confidential information

7. Return or Destruction of Information: Obligations regarding the handling of confidential information upon termination or request

8. Duration and Survival: Term of the agreement and which obligations survive termination

9. Breach and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available remedies including injunctive relief

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Dutch law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes