Who is Rob Jetten? Meet the Youngest Prime Minister of the Netherlands!

A New Era in Dutch Politics

New Delhi: On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Rob Jetten, who has recently taken office as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Modi expressed his eagerness to collaborate closely with Jetten to enhance the already strong relationship between India and the Netherlands.

Jetten, who is 38 years old, became the youngest individual to hold the position of Prime Minister in the Netherlands as of Monday.

In a message shared on X, Modi stated, “Congratulations Mr. Rob Jetten on assuming office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. India and the Netherlands share an extensive relationship across diverse sectors. I look forward to working closely with you to add further momentum to the growing ties between our two countries and people.”

Congratulations Mr. Rob Jetten on assuming office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. India and the Netherlands share an extensive relationship across diverse sectors. I look forward to working closely with you to add further momentum to the growing ties between our two…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2026

Jetten leads a coalition government comprising three parties: his centrist D66, the centre-right Christian Democrats, and the centre-right People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy.