“We must always remain on good terms”: Dutch King reflects on controversial White House visit

Differences in opinion were also shared.

After a highly publicised dinner and sleepover at the White House, the royal couple reflected positively on their visit and discussions with President Trump. 

According to NOS, the King stated in a press briefing that they were able to “clearly state their opinions” throughout their stay. 

While there was some hint that the Caribbean Netherlands came up, he refrained from providing specific details about their discussions with the president. 

“A beautiful evening” 

“They did their best to give us a very beautiful evening. We are very grateful for that,” Willem-Alexander revealed. 

A dinner of North Sea sole, spinach soup, and more, combined with the tulip-themed decorations, drew kind words from the royal couple, according to NOS. 

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The couple then spent the night at the White House; however, PM Rob Jetten was not invited to sleep over. 

After their visit, the couple continued on their trip to Florida. All in all, the king referred to the US journey as “very fascinating days”.

Enduring partnership

Despite the controversy and discussion in the Netherlands surrounding the royal visit to the Trumps, words from Jetten and the royal couple suggested they were pleased with the opportunity.

Amid the initiation of a cooperation program to open doors for Dutch companies in the US, the King declared that the two countries must “always remain on good terms,” reports NOS. 

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Willem-Alexander’s brief, delivered from Florida yesterday, emphasised elements of stability and cooperation. 

PM Jetten called the dinner conversations “open and constructive,” according to RTL News.

What do you think of the royal sleepover? Let us know in the comments!

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Ida Allen-Auerbach
Ida Allen-Auerbach
Ida Allen-Auerbach is an Amsterdam-based writer and journalist originally from Los Angeles. She relocated to the Netherlands in 2021 for her bachelor’s studies, earning a degree in Political Science through UvA’s PPLE program. She now covers news at Dutch Review, drawing on her multicultural background to report on politics, society, and more. Outside of work, she's usually busy kickboxing or bouldering with friends.

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