Rob Jetten, the Netherlands' youngest prime minister, and his Argentine partner Nicolás Keenan announced on Monday that they will welcome their first child via surrogacy.
Democrats 66 (D66) said the pregnancy was made possible by a Dutch friend who donated an egg and will act as the surrogate mother. The arrangement follows Dutch law, which forbids paid surrogacy but permits the use of a voluntary egg donor.
Jetten plans to take a few days off after the baby’s birth in 2027, but he will not request an extended parental leave. The prime minister said the short break will allow him to spend time with his growing family.
The couple announced their engagement in November 2024 and had slated a summer wedding, but postponed the ceremony after Jetten assumed office. Keenan, an Argentine international field hockey player, has been a public figure in the Netherlands for years.
The Netherlands was the first country to legalise same‑sex marriage in 2001, and Jetten’s announcement is the latest example of the country’s progressive stance on family law. He has been in the House of Representatives since 2017 and served as climate minister before becoming prime minister.
Public reaction has been largely supportive, with many celebrating the couple’s openness and the country’s inclusive policies. The announcement is expected to spark further discussion on surrogacy regulations and parental rights.