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Dick Schoof: New Dutch Prime Minister of the Netherlands

Dick Schoof, a 67-year-old independent politician with extensive experience in civil service and security roles, was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of the Netherlands on July 2, 2024.

Schoof's Appointment and Background

  • Dick Schoof sworn in as new Prime Minister of the Netherlands on July 2, 2024
  • Succeeds Mark Rutte after 14 years of his leadership
  • Sworn in by King Willem-Alexander at Huis ten Bosch Palace in The Hague
  • Leads a right-wing coalition government

About Schoof:

    • 67-year-old independent politician
    • Former head of Dutch Secret Service and counterterrorism office
    • Extensive experience in civil service and security roles
    • Appointed after complex seven-month negotiations following 2023 elections

Political Context and Government Formation

  • Follows far-right leader Geert Wilders' electoral victory in November 2023
  • Wilders stepped back from premiership to facilitate coalition talks
  • New government promises to implement "strictest-ever" immigration policy
  • Coalition formed after 223 days of negotiations
  • Schoof's cabinet includes 15 ministers
  • Aims to address issues like migration, social security, and national safety
  • Schoof sees the biggest threat to the Netherlands coming from "the east"

International Reactions and Future Outlook

  • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Schoof on social media
  • Modi expressed interest in advancing India-Netherlands partnership in areas such as:
    • Renewable energy
    • Water management
    • Agriculture
    • Mobility
    • New and emerging technologies
  • Schoof's priorities as stated on social media:
    • Working towards a safe and just Netherlands
    • Ensuring social security for everyone
    • Getting a grip on migration
    • Promoting dialogue and clear decision-making
  • Transition marks end of Rutte era, with Rutte expected to become NATO's next secretary-general

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