Weeks Left to Save Schengen, Dutch Premier Warns
Mark Rutte warns Europe is running out of time to rescue border-free travel.
Mark Rutte
Leaders Recognize Migration to Europe Must Be Slowed
Europe’s passport-free Schengen Area could be at risk if members fail to control the influx of people.
Resignations Cast Cloud Over Dutch “Teflon Premier”
Mark Rutte’s ability to emerge unscathed from scandals is starting to wear thin.
Parliament Vote Demand for Less Europe: Conservatives
Conservatives in Britain, Germany and the Netherlands call for EU reform.
Dutch Right Laments Rutte’s Indecisiveness on Budget
Conservatives accuse the prime minister of avoiding necessary budget adjustments.
Monti, Rutte Advocate Transatlantic Trade Zone
The Italian and Dutch prime minister argue it is “crucial” to expand trade between America and Europe.
Dutch, German Leaders Criticized for Greek Debt Deal
Opposition parties in the two countries have little faith in the latest agreement with Greece.
Netherlands’ Mark Rutte Wins Reelection in Close Race
The liberal party leader beats his Labor opponent in an extremely right race.
Dutch, Germans Insist: No More Aid for Greece
The two northern European countries reject the possibility of a third Greek bailout.
Dutch Premier Promises Tax Relief Before Election
Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s liberals are neck in neck with the far-left Socialists in the polls.
Netherlands “Obstructive” in Europe, Rutte “Impotent”
European officials criticize the “obstructive” role of Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte.
Finland, Netherlands Block Bailout Fund Expansion
The two countries will not allow the direct financing of other eurozone states’ debts.
Dutch: We Can Live Without Greece in Eurozone
Dutch leaders suggest that the European single currency would survive a Greek exit.
Dutch Threaten Eurozone Exit for Profligate Nations
The Dutch say countries that won’t submit to stricter fiscal rules should consider leaving the euro.
Dutch Liberal Party Leading in Polls
A center-right coalition seems likely in the Netherlands where the liberals are ahead in the polls.