Published by Global Banking & Finance Review
Posted on November 13, 2026
· Last updated: November 13, 2026
Dutch Government Coalition Survives Crisis Talks Over Wealth Tax Dispute
Overview of the Dutch Government Coalition Crisis
Background of the Crisis Talks
Nov 13 (Reuters) - The Dutch government coalition on Friday averted a collapse following hours of crisis talks, Dutch broadcasters RTL and NOS reported.
Prime Minister Rob Jetten is set to hold a press conference at 1830 GMT to explain the outcome of the crisis talks, which were triggered by a row over wealth taxes.
(Reporting by Bart Meijer; Editing by Kevin Liffey)
Key Takeaways
- A wealth tax amendment pushed by D66 and CDA with opposition support passed the lower house despite VVD opposition, straining the coalition ahead of Friday’s talks.
- VVD’s refusal to back the government’s own tax plan—calling the outcome “disillusioning”—made coalition survival uncertain until talks restored cooperation.
- The crisis highlights the fragility of the minority three‑party coalition and the ongoing challenges of governing without a parliamentary majority.
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