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politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Geert Wilders' Election Win Sends Shockwaves Through Europe

The centre-right VVD party, the largest party in the former Dutch government, has ruled out participating in the next Dutch cabinet after Geert Wilders' anti-Islam populist party, PVV, won a significant number of seats in the recent election. Without the VVD's support, Wilders will struggle to form a majority government. The only potential partners are the newly formed centrist New Social Contract and the centre-right Farmer Citizens Movement. However, the VVD has indicated that it would be willing to play a constructive role in supporting a minority government in parliament.

via BBC.com|

#centre-right #coalition-government #dutch-election

politics3 years ago•5 min saved

"Mark Rutte's Departure: A Political Era Ends, Rattling Dutch Politics and Beyond"

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, the Netherlands' longest-serving premier, announced that he will leave politics after an early general election triggered by a dispute over migration that led to his government's resignation. Rutte, known as "Teflon Mark" due to scandals not sticking to him, made the personal decision during a parliamentary debate. No date has been set for the election, but Rutte is expected to remain as caretaker prime minister for months. His departure marks the end of an era in Dutch politics, and his successor as leader of the VVD is yet to be determined.

via The Associated Press|

#dutch-prime-minister-mark-rutte #general-election #netherlands