Ronald Plasterk, the Dutch politician and former Minister of the Interior and Kingdom Relations, was born on April 12, 1957. As of today, he is 64 years old.
Plasterk has had a long and distinguished career in politics, serving as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party (PvdA) from 2007 to 2017. He has also held various ministerial positions, including Minister of Education, Culture and Science from 2007 to 2010, and Minister of the Interior and Kingdom Relations from 2012 to 2017.
Throughout his career, Plasterk has been known for his sharp intellect and dedication to public service. He has been a vocal advocate for education reform and has worked to improve the quality of education in the Netherlands. As Minister of the Interior, he focused on issues such as government transparency and accountability, as well as improving public services.
Despite retiring from politics in 2018, Plasterk remains a prominent figure in Dutch public life. He continues to comment on political issues and has published several books on topics ranging from genetics to political philosophy.
As he celebrates his 64th birthday, Ronald Plasterk’s contributions to Dutch society continue to be felt, and his legacy as a dedicated public servant endures.