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Cabinet

A hot and dry summer full of records, but Prime Minister Jetten’s cabinet (once climate minister) remains silent. Four explanations why

NRC13 September · 14:131 week ago

This summer, former 'climate activist' Rob Jetten was barely visible, despite noticeable heat and drought records. The cabinet, led by Jetten, remained silent on these issues, mainly for political reasons. The article highlights that while extreme weather was evident, the government chose not to address it publicly. The silence is attributed to strategic political considerations, reflecting a shift from Jetten’s previous climate-focused stance. The article outlines four explanations for this reserved approach, emphasizing the political context of 2026-09-13.

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