(MENAFN) Dutch political parties D66 and the Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA) concentrated Monday on financial policies, socio-economic issues, and the business environment as negotiations to form a coalition entered a fresh stage under informateur Sybrand Buma, as stated by reports.

D66 leader Rob Jetten and CDA leader Henri Bontenbal emphasized the need for clarity on budgetary rules and long-term investment priorities before agreeing on a shared policy platform. The parties, currently negotiating without additional partners, aim to finalize a preliminary draft of their coalition agreement within two weeks.

Ahead of the discussions, Jetten said the nation requires a stronger investment climate but also clear answers on how to “foot the bill” for major spending commitments.

Bontenbal highlighted that the existing Dutch budgeting system does not adequately separate consumption from investment, arguing that structural investments should not be treated like day-to-day expenditures. “You lose one, and you gain from the other. So you really want to make a distinction,” he said, suggesting that the next government should consider revising fiscal rules to better reflect long-term economic priorities.

Negotiations on Monday included consultations with senior figures from financial oversight, social and economic councils, employer organizations, and trade unions. Their input is expected to contribute to a draft coalition text that Jetten and Bontenbal hope to present soon.

While other parties have yet to join the talks, D66 indicated they may enter negotiations later this week.

Informateur Buma also held an introductory meeting with the newly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, VVD lawmaker Thom van Campen, who recently succeeded Martin Bosma of the PVV.

Following the expert consultations, D66 and CDA representatives were expected to continue discussions into the evening to outline their governing program. Last week’s meetings focused on the economy, nitrogen reduction, asylum and migration policies, and climate issues, which are likely to feature prominently in the coalition blueprint.

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