European integration
Why this topic matters
Dutch governments operate within EU law and institutions, while parties disagree on integration, budget rules, migration and sovereignty.
How institutions shape the question
The government needs the confidence of the directly elected House of Representatives. The House debates and amends bills and holds ministers to account.
Country sources
- Constitution and democracy — Government of the Netherlands ↗
- How Parliament works — House of Representatives of the Netherlands ↗
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