Dilan Yesilgoz

Also known as Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius

Politician

Born: Jun 18, 1977age 49
nationality: Dutch

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About Dilan Yesilgoz

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Dilan Yesilgoz is a Dutch politician with a long and varied career in public office. Born in Ankara, Turkey, she has risen to some of the highest positions in the Netherlands. As of 2026, she serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, while also leading the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) since 2023.

Her path includes serving as Minister of Justice and Security in the fourth Rutte cabinet from January 2022 to July 2024. Earlier, she was a member of the House of Representatives from 2017 to 2021 and State Secretary for Economic Affairs and Climate Policy from 2021 to 2022. At 49, she is a prominent figure in Dutch politics.

BirthplaceAnkara, Turkey
Instagram Followers813 (as of July 2026)

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What national and political backgrounds does she combine?

Born in Ankara, Turkey, she is Dutch by nationality and holds leading roles in the VVD, a major Dutch political party.

Which ministerial positions has she held?

She has been Minister of Justice and Security, and currently serves as Minister of Defence, along with being Deputy Prime Minister.

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She has served as Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Minister of Justice and Security.
Born in Ankara, Turkey, she leads a major Dutch political party.
Her political career includes roles in the House of Representatives and as State Secretary.