
The New Dutch Coalition: Promises of Change, Grounds for Doubt
The minority cabinet presents itself as a fresh start, but its plans raise serious questions about whether the Netherlands will actually be better off.

The minority cabinet presents itself as a fresh start, but its plans raise serious questions about whether the Netherlands will actually be better off.

The establishment parties produced the crises dominating Dutch politics. Why should they now be trusted to resolve them?

Rob Jetten admits forming a stable coalition will be difficult after his narrow election victory left Dutch politics deeply divided.

Bigger negotiations collapsed after parties ruled out teaming with the Left or Right.

Party leaders will come together later on Tuesday to approve or reject Jetten’s appointment.

The Dutch election results set the stage for tough coalition negotiations between deeply divided parties.

Even establishment publications accept that time out of power will aid the PVV’s long-term comeback.