With the general election just ten days away, the political landscape is heating up as party leaders outline their positions and potential coalition strategies.

BBB leader Caroline van der Plas has embraced a “right-wing” label for her party, particularly concerning migration and economic policy, marking a shift that she attributes to changing circumstances. Despite initial hesitation, she now stands firmly behind the party’s stance, including advocating for lower taxes for businesses. Van der Plas also defended BBB’s proposal to increase transparency in Council of State appointments, arguing that parliament should have a role in approving candidates to ensure the court’s composition better reflects society.

Meanwhile, D66 leader Rob Jetten is optimistic about his party’s prospects, suggesting that D66 could surpass the PVV in size. This comes after recent polls showed D66 gaining seats while support for Geert Wilders’ PVV has declined. Jetten emphasized a campaign focused on positivism and collaboration, identifying the Christian Democrats, led by Henri Bontenbal, as a preferred coalition partner.

However, JA21 leader Joost Eerdmans stated a preference for governing with the PVV over D66, despite acknowledging the risks associated with Wilders’ party’s history of withdrawing from coalitions. Eerdmans emphasized that JA21 shares more common ground with the PVV, even as he recognized the challenges Wilders’ party faces in forming a coalition. He also addressed criticism regarding far-right protests, distancing his party from extremist elements while affirming JA21’s commitment to a “realistic” but democratic right-wing approach.