Dutch parties position for tough coalition talks after Wilders' shock poll win

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 24, 2023
Geert Wilders, the far-right populist, has named Gom van Strien as a scout to explore workable governing coalitions as he aims to become the Netherlands' next prime minister. Outgoing Prime Minister Mark Rutte's conservative VVD Party ruled out joining a cabinet led by Wilders' Freedom Party, but would consider offering outside...

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Published on November 23, 2023 -  01:34
Far-right Geert Wilders wins Dutch election but faces coalition battle
Dutch far-right candidate Geert Wilders has come out on top in an election that shook the Netherlands and the rest of Europe. His Freedom Party (PVV) won 37 out of 150 seats in the lower house of the country's parliament, far ahead of any opponents. Despite the resounding win, Wilders now faces a battle to form a coalition government, with several other party leaders saying they will not negotiate with the PVV.

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