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Dutch Council of State rejects cabinet budget, cites lack of major reforms
FDLO·NL·about 4 hours ago
The Dutch cabinet projects interest costs on government debt will nearly double to around €18 billion by 2031, driven by higher rates and debt levels. The increase is relatively modest as a share of GDP due to economic growth and rising revenues. This signals a gradual fiscal drag from higher debt service, but no immediate market stress.