Rutte Urges EU Pragmatism, May’s Speech Heard Very Differently in Europe
The Dutch leader has no need for lofty visions.
Netherlands
Dutch Hope for Smooth Brexit, Russians Have Little Faith in Trump
The Dutch lobby both sides. Russians suspect Donald Trump will throw them under the bus.
Ruud Lubbers Played Small Role in East-West Nuclear Diplomacy
The former Dutch prime minister told me how a meeting with Rajiv Gandhi led to a reassurance from Mikhail Gorbachev.
Avoidable Resignations in DC, An Unavoidable Resignation in Germany
A better president wouldn’t have hired two wife beaters. Martin Schulz had to go.
Merkel Pays High Price, Dutch Intervene in Caribbean
Social Democrats will have six ministries in the new German government.
Netherlands Has Responsibility to Lead After Brexit: Rutte
The Dutch see a role for themselves as champions of free trade and the single market.
Brexit and Fear of Populism Inform Rutte’s Opposition to Macron
The Dutch leader believes Europe must be careful not to overreach.
Highlights from Dutch Parties’ Coalition Agreement
The four parties plan to raise defense spending, cut taxes and relax labor laws.
Center-Right Parties Form Government in Netherlands
Christian and liberal parties announce a deal seven months after parliamentary elections.
Tax Policies from Dutch Coalition Deal Leak
The four parties due to form a government in the Netherlands are planning various tax reforms.
Dutch Parties Agree to Simplify Tax Code
The number of income tax brackets would be reduced from four to two.
Catalan Referendum Animates Flemish, Leaves Dutch Cold
Flemish media are overwhelmingly sympathetic in their coverage. The Dutch show little interest.
Democrats Should Campaign for Dutch-Style Health Reforms
Single-payer is too divisive. Many of its objectives can be met with a mixed public-private system.
Negotiations for Labor Reform in Netherlands Break Down
Employers and trade unions fail to reach an agreement.
Dutch Seek New Role for Themselves in Europe of Brexit and Macron
The Dutch worry Brexit will lead to a renewed focus on political, as opposed to economic, integration.