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The CDA politician who helped Sywert secure the face mask deal now oversees asylum laws: who is he?

CDA politician Bart van den Brink, now serving as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Asylum, is tasked with guiding strict new asylum laws through the Dutch Senate. The profile highlights his transition from a background political figure to a key cabinet member, noting his previous role in facilitating the controversial face mask deal for Sywert van Lienden. Van den Brink is described as a strategic and experienced politician facing a significant legislative challenge.

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