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Rob Jetten Sworn in as Netherlands' Youngest Gay Prime Minister

2/25/2026

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Rob Jetten was sworn in as the Netherlands' youngest and first openly gay prime minister on February 23, 2026.
He leads a minority coalition of D66, Christian Democrats, and VVD holding 66 of 150 seats.
The government plans to increase military spending to meet NATO commitments.
It proposes healthcare and welfare cuts, drawing opposition criticism.
Jetten aims to restore the Netherlands' EU role and bolster support for Ukraine.

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Rob Jetten was sworn in as the Netherlands' youngest and first openly gay prime minister on February 23, 2026.
He leads a minority coalition of D66, Christian Democrats, and VVD holding 66 of 150 seats.
The government plans to increase military spending to meet NATO commitments.
It proposes healthcare and welfare cuts, drawing opposition criticism.
Jetten aims to restore the Netherlands' EU role and bolster support for Ukraine.