The possible resignation of Nora Acahbar, Secretary of State for Finance, plunges the Dutch government into a critical situation. If confirmed, this decision could lead to the NSC party’s withdrawal from the coalition, putting the parliamentary majority at risk. With its 20 seats, the NSC plays a key role in the fragile stability of the coalition led by Prime Minister Dick Schoof. Party members meet to decide their position, while rumors circulate of possible additional resignations. This crisis could lead to the fall of the government, forcing the country to consider early elections.
Tensions around comments deemed racist
Many journalists were present Friday evening in front of the official residence of Prime Minister Dick Schoof, where the meeting is being held, because such a crisis could lead to the fall of the government. The origin of this crisis dates back to remarks made by Geert Wilders, leader of the PVV, a far-right party, during a Council of Ministers. He attributed the violence that occurred in Amsterdam after a football match to “Muslims” and “Moroccans”.
These statements, perceived as racist by Nora Achahbar, caused great discontent. The Secretary of State expressed her disagreement with certain colleagues, denouncing positions that she considers incompatible with the values of her party, the NSC, focused on integrity and the fight against corruption. Internal tensions illustrate the difficulties of cohabitation within this heterogeneous coalition.
A context of growing polarization in Europe
The violence in Amsterdam is part of a European climate marked by an increase in anti-Semitic, anti-Israeli and Islamophobic acts. The incident took place in the wake of a Europa League match between Ajax Amsterdam and Maccabi Tel Aviv, during which Israeli supporters were attacked. These events take place in a context of polarization exacerbated by the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Faced with these acts, the Prime Minister promised radical measures to combat anti-Semitism, but internal divisions risk complicating their implementation.
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