Politics & Government Guide · NetherlandsPolitics & Government Guide in Netherlands
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions
The Netherlands is a parliamentary constitutional monarchy with King Willem-Alexander as head of state. The current Jetten government, a coalition of D66, VVD, and CDA, took office on February 23, 2026, following the collapse of the previous Schoof cabinet. The bicameral States General oversees the government, with ongoing emphasis on coalition stability in a multi-party system.
Government Type
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
Legal System
Civil law system
Head of State
King Willem-Alexander(since 2013)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Rob Jetten(Democrats 66)since 2026
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Centrist
Centre-right
Centre-right
Voting Rights
EU citizens can vote in local and European elections. Full voting rights after citizenship.
Recent Developments
- Schoof cabinet (PVV, VVD, NSC, BBB) formed on 2024-07-02 after 2023 election
- Jetten government (D66, VVD, CDA) sworn in on 2026-02-23
- Coalition shift from right-wing to centrist government in early 2026
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