Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Rob Jetten upon his inauguration as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. In his message posted on X, PM Modi expressed optimism that the bilateral relationship between India and the Netherlands will flourish further under Jetten’s leadership. He stated, “Congratulations Mr. Rob Jetten on assuming office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. India and the Netherlands share an extensive relationship across diverse sectors. I look forward to working closely with you to add further momentum to the growing ties between our two countries and people.”

Congratulations Mr. Rob Jetten on assuming office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. India and the Netherlands share an extensive relationship across diverse sectors. I look forward to working closely with you to add further momentum to the growing ties between our two…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2026

Younger Leadership at the Helm

Rob Jetten took his oath of office as the youngest prime minister in Dutch history on February 23, leading a newly structured minority coalition government. As reported, the ceremonial oath was administered by Dutch King Willem-Alexander at the Royal Palace Huis ten Bosch located in The Hague, where the King wished the new administration “good luck in uncertain times.”

Minority Coalition Formation

The three-party minority coalition consists of Jetten’s centrist liberal party, Democrats 66 (D66), along with the Christian Democrats and the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD). The coalition took 117 days to negotiate and finalize. This coalition holds 66 out of 150 seats in the Dutch lower house, indicating that the government will require support from opposition parties to enact laws. The largest opposition group, the GroenLinks-PvdA alliance, has expressed significant concerns regarding proposed reductions in healthcare and welfare expenditures.

Political Landscape Shift

The snap parliamentary elections that resulted in Jetten’s ascension to power were prompted by the withdrawal of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) from the preceding coalition government, leading to its disintegration. D66 won the elections narrowly, edging out PVV in a competitive race. Before this role, Jetten served as the minister for climate and energy policy under the administration led by former Prime Minister Mark Rutte, whose government fell in 2023 amid controversies surrounding asylum policies.

Focus on Progressive Policies

During his campaign, Jetten advocated for a return to “progressive” political strategies prioritizing the growth of green energy, constructing new towns to alleviate housing shortages, and enhancing preventive healthcare measures to lessen the burden on existing systems. On the issue of migration, he promised to strengthen integration initiatives and investigate pathways for processing asylum claims from outside the European Union. He also highlighted the need to reinstate the Netherlands’ pivotal role within the EU, declaring during his campaign that the country must return “to the heart of Europe.”

Strengthening Transatlantic Relations

Furthermore, Jetten underscored the significance of nurturing robust transatlantic relations, particularly with the United States, which plays a crucial role in the Dutch economy as a primary trading partner. The political trajectory under Jetten’s leadership is expected to influence various sectors within both the Netherlands and its international partnerships.

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