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Prinsjesdag 2026: King Willem-Alexander delivers Speech from the Throne
On Prinsjesdag, September 15, 2026, King Willem-Alexander delivered the Speech from the Throne to open the parliamentary year. The speech emphasized themes of democracy, cooperation, and the need for political stability, warning against polarization. The King also addressed long-standing issues such as nitrogen regulations, housing, and migration, while calling for fiscal responsibility to avoid burdening future generations.
Following the speech, the Jetten minority cabinet, composed of D66, VVD, and CDA, presented the Miljoenennota and the 2027 Tax Plan. The budget includes 1.5 billion euros to support purchasing power, though average purchasing power is still expected to decline slightly. The Council of State criticized the budget, noting that increased taxes on labor may undermine the principle that working should pay off, especially given an aging population.
In keeping with tradition, politicians used their attire to convey social and political messages. Notable examples included Minister Rianne Letschert wearing accessories inspired by microscopic structures to represent science and art, and Laurens Dassen wearing a suit with sexist text to protest against sexism. The Dutch Royal Family, including Princesses Amalia, Alexia, and Ariane, also participated in the traditional ceremonies and processions.
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Dilan Yesilgöz · Dutch Parliament · Eelco Heinen · Jetten Cabinet · King Willem-Alexander · King of the Netherlands · Netherlands · Prinsjesdag · Queen Máxima · Rianne Letschert · Rob Jetten · The Hague
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Jetten cabinet is a minority government consisting of D66, VVD, and CDA. nos.nl · newsbit.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The introduction of the Speech from the Throne is the most interesting part as it sets the tone for the political climate. www.nporadio1.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Leaking the plans before the Speech from the Throne is considered embarrassing for the King. www.nporadio1.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] There is a proposed 1.5 billion euro measure to maintain purchasing power. nos.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The detailed reading of policy measures per ministry in the Speech from the Throne is the least interesting part. www.nporadio1.nl
- [● 4 SOURCES] Minister Rianne Letschert wore accessories inspired by microscopic structures to represent science and art. barendrechtsdagblad.nl · nieuws.nl · www.welingelichtekringen.nl
- [● 2 SOURCES] The minority cabinet must seek support from opposition parties to pass the budget. nos.nl · newsbit.nl
- [● 5 SOURCES] Politicians traditionally use their outfits on Prinsjesdag to convey political or social messages. barendrechtsdagblad.nl · nieuws.nl · www.welingelichtekringen.nl · dagblad010.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The specific policy measures read by the King per ministry in the Speech from the Throne are the least interesting part. www.nporadio1.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The minority cabinet faced internal divisions regarding wealth tax (box 3) and social security. nos.nl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Leaking the details of the Speech from the Throne is embarrassing for the King. www.nporadio1.nl
- [● 5 SOURCES] Laurens Dassen wore a suit with sexist text to protest against sexism. barendrechtsdagblad.nl · nieuws.nl · www.welingelichtekringen.nl · dagblad010.nl