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Dutch Political Parties Initiate Coalition Talks Following Negotiator Appointment
Dutch Parliament Buildings in The Hague.
Photographer: Robin Utrecht/AFP/Getty Images
By Patrick Van Oosterom — November 4, 2025, at 3:45 PM UTC, Updated at 4:17 PM UTC
Following the recent Dutch elections, Rob Jetten, leader of the center-left Democrats 66 party, has appointed Wouter Koolmees to lead initial discussions aimed at forming a government coalition.
The coalition-building process in the Netherlands is known for its lengthy duration, often extending over several months. Historically, the country has experienced some of the slowest coalition formations in Europe; for instance, the previous election saw four parties engaged in negotiations for over seven months before successfully establishing a governing alliance.
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