Diplomatic bridges strengthen as PM Narendra Modi felicitated 38-year-old Rob Jetten on his ascension to Netherlands’ Prime Ministership, spotlighting vibrant India-Netherlands synergy. King Willem-Alexander administered the oath, capping four years of frequent cabinet renewals.
On X, Modi posted, ‘Heartiest congratulations to Rob Jetten on assuming the role of Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Our bilateral relations thrive in key areas. Looking forward to partnering with you to deepen these connections for mutual prosperity.’
At the helm of a tripartite minority coalition—D66, Christian Democrats, VVD—Jetten wields 66 seats in a 150-member lower house, necessitating constant opposition alliances for legislative wins.
Huis ten Bosch Palace in The Hague set the stage for the ritualistic swearing-in. Observing protocol, men wore morning coats before the king, then formal wear for palace-stair photographs.
October polls pitted D66 against PVV in a nail-biter, both netting 26 seats; PVV defections followed. January’s coalition accord, post-three-month delays, forged this innovative minority setup led by moderate D66.
Jetten’s progressive, pro-European vision navigates right-wing pressures. Modi’s timely outreach reinforces Indo-Dutch collaboration in semiconductors, green energy, and defense, charting a course for resilient, future-oriented partnerships.