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Dick Schoof Sworn In as Dutch PM Leading Right-Wing Coalition

Former intelligence chief takes office amid promises of strict immigration policies and coalition challenges.

  • Geert Wilders' far-right party won the most seats but he stepped aside to form a coalition.
  • The new government includes conservative, populist, and centrist parties.
  • The coalition agreement focuses on reducing asylum seekers and immigration.
  • Schoof, an independent, was chosen to alleviate concerns over Wilders' extreme views.
  • Former PM Mark Rutte will become NATO Secretary General in October.
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