The successor to the outgoing asylum minister can proceed with implementing asylum policies with the backing of key parties, ensuring that the critical work on asylum laws continues despite the recent government collapse. This commitment aims to maintain momentum on developing and enacting asylum legislation.

The debate follows the PVV’s withdrawal from the coalition, triggered by disagreements over asylum policy progress. Despite this withdrawal, PVV leader Wilders has voiced support for the continuation of the outgoing cabinet’s asylum policies, signaling a willingness to allow the new minister to bring forward legislative proposals.

The collapse stemmed from disagreements, particularly with the NSC, over the implementation of emergency laws for asylum measures. The NSC’s requirement for ‘sound reasons’ to support the emergency law led to frustration and ultimately contributed to the coalition’s downfall.

Outgoing Prime Minister Schoof has requested parliamentary support to continue governance in key areas such as Ukraine, trade, the Groningen recovery, and the benefits affair, but initially excluded asylum from this list, despite previously identifying it as a major crisis. However, with Wilders’ support, a majority in the House is now emerging to avoid declaring the asylum file controversial, paving the way for continued progress. Other parties, including VVD, NSC, and BBB, have also expressed their desire to see the asylum laws move forward expeditiously.