Rob Jetten

Rob Jetten, leader of the Democrats 66 party (D66), is the newly appointed Prime Minister of the Netherlands. At 38, he is the youngest person to ever hold the position and the first openly gay prime minister. He recently led D66 to an unexpected election victory in October, narrowly defeating the far-right Freedom Party (PVV) led by Geert Wilders. This victory paved the way for a new minority coalition government, formed by D66, the Christian Democrats, and another party. Jetten's rise to power is significant as it marks a shift in Dutch politics. However, his government faces a potentially daunting position, navigating complex political landscapes both domestically and internationally. The new government was sworn in recently, officially marking the start of Jetten's premiership.