Mark Rutte is a Dutch politician who served as the Prime Minister of the Netherlands from 2010 to 2023, making him the longest-serving Dutch prime minister in history. He led the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), a centre-right liberal party. Known for his pragmatic approach and coalition-building skills, Rutte navigated numerous political challenges, including the Eurozone crisis, the MH17 disaster, and the COVID-19 pandemic. His governments oversaw periods of economic recovery and austerity measures, and he played a significant role in shaping Dutch and European Union policies. He resigned in July 2023 due to disagreements within his coalition government regarding asylum policy, marking the end of his long tenure.