With only 11 days until the Dutch general election, the political landscape continues to shift. VVD leader Dilan Yesilgöz has reaffirmed her stance against forming a coalition with left-wing parties, stating the party will only participate in a center-right government.

Yesilgöz believes a center-right majority is still possible, emphasizing the need for a few more seats. She questioned the future direction of D66 and CDA, but insisted the VVD’s position remains clear to voters.

Meanwhile, research indicates women represent just over a third of the total candidates in the upcoming election. GroenLinks-PvdA and the Party for the Animals (PvdD) lead with the highest proportion of female candidates, with just over half on their lists.

D66 and Volt have an equal representation of men and women, while the SGP has no female candidates, adhering to party policy. Five parties currently in parliament are led by women, including the VVD, BBB, ChristenUnie, PvdD and Forum voor Democratie.

In addition, ten candidates identify as non-binary or genderqueer in this election.