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Netherlands Isolated in EU Defense Spending Debate

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof faces pressure from other EU nations to support joint borrowing for increased defense spending, a proposal opposed by the Dutch Parliament; Denmark and Germany have changed their stances, embracing the necessity of joint funding for bolstering European security.

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Dutch Parliament Debates New Criminal Code Amid Privacy Concerns

The Dutch parliament debates a new Code of Criminal Procedure amid data privacy concerns; King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima continue their Kenyan state visit focusing on sustainable development; a petition addresses lowered wages for employees of work development companies; and the Public Prose...

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Why Condemning Populist Rhetoric Often Backfires

The article analyzes why progressive politicians' emphasis on condemning populist rhetoric often backfires, making populists appear as victims and strengthening their image, highlighting successful alternative strategies using specific examples from Dutch politics.

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Dutch Parliament Rejects EU Defense Plan, Creating Major Political Crisis

The Dutch parliament voted against the EU's "ReArm Europe" plan, creating a major conflict within the Dutch coalition government and potentially isolating the Netherlands within the EU on defense spending; the vote was 73 to 71.

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Groningen Forms New Provincial Government After Wind Farm Dispute

Groningen province formed a new coalition government of BBB, PvdA, VVD, and GroenLinks, replacing the previous coalition that collapsed over a wind farm dispute; the new government prioritizes broad welfare, agricultural expansion with environmental considerations, and opposes large-scale infrastruc...

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Netherlands Opposes EU's €150 Billion Defense Fund

The Dutch government opposes the European Union's €150 billion defense fund, arguing it's fiscally irresponsible despite the plan's approval by the Prime Minister, creating tension within the coalition government and with other EU member states.

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Yesilgöz's Ukraine Trip Boosts VVD Amidst Dutch Defense Debate

VVD leader Dilan Yesilgöz's visit to Ukraine boosted her image and the party's poll numbers amid internal coalition disagreements over defense spending, potentially shifting Dutch politics away from migration and toward security.

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Dutch Budget Cut Shifted from Hospital Nurses to Home Healthcare

The Netherlands government redirected a €165 million budget cut from hospital nurse training to home healthcare after facing political opposition, causing concern among home healthcare workers due to resulting funding shortages despite increasing demand for home-based care for the elderly.

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Netherlands vs. US: Why Direct Comparisons Fail

The author contrasts the Netherlands and the US, highlighting differences in their political systems, economic inequalities, social cohesion, and attitudes towards authority, arguing against uncritically importing US analyses into the Dutch context.

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Dutch Asylum Minister Defends Unpopular Laws Amidst Criticism

Dutch Immigration Minister Marjolein Faber refused to compromise on her controversial asylum laws despite warnings from the IND and judiciary about longer procedures, provoking criticism from opposition parties who fear the government's collapse.

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Verdonk Leaves Dutch Politics

Rita Verdonk, a 69-year-old former Dutch Minister and current Hague city council member, announced she will not seek re-election next year, citing a desire for more flexibility and dissatisfaction with the council's focus, ending a career marked by both prominent roles and controversies.

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Dutch Parliament Member Van der Wal Resigns, Citing Demands of the Role

Dutch parliament member and former minister Christianne van der Wal resigned from her seat, citing the demanding nature of the role and the political pressures around the nitrogen policy, despite denying that specific issues directly caused her departure.

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