Dutch Government Collapses, Triggering Early Elections Amidst Migration Policy Dispute

The Netherlands' ruling coalition government collapsed on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, after a dispute over migration policies led populist leader Geert Wilders to withdraw his party. Prime Minister Dick Schoof subsequently announced his resignation, triggering early elections. The sudden collapse leaves the country in political uncertainty. "In the Council of Ministers, we discussed the situation that has arisen and concluded that with the departure of the PVV, there is insufficient support in the House of Representatives for this cabinet," Schoof stated in a press conference. Wilders, leader of the Party for Freedom (PVV), has already declared his intention to run for prime minister in the upcoming elections, aiming to expand his party's influence. "In fact, I'm striving to become the prime minister of the Netherlands next time and partake in the elections again and ensure that the PVV, where possible, becomes even bigger than ever," Wilders said. The date of the elections remains undetermined, leaving the Netherlands to navigate this period of political uncertainty. The unexpected collapse of the government highlights the fragility of coalition politics and the significant impact of migration policy on national stability.