New Dutch government sworn in
On 22 July, after 68 days of formation, Dutch Queen Beatrix swore in the new Balkenende cabinet, consisting of a coalition of Christian Democrats (CDA), libertarians (LPF) and liberals (VVD).
On 22 July, after 68 days of formation, Dutch Queen Beatrix swore in the new Balkenende cabinet, consisting of a coalition of Christian Democrats (CDA), libertarians (LPF) and liberals (VVD).