Derk BoswijkMinister for Arms Procurement and Personnel
Born on 8 April 1989 in Woerden, married, 3 children
Party: Christian Democratic Alliance (CDA)
I believe the armed forces are an essential part of a safe and resilient society. Thanks to a robust budget we can continue working to enhance the security of our society and of our allies. I will be focusing on vigorous investment in our military personnel, equipment and innovation. This is crucial for a resilient Netherlands that stands firm for peace and security, both for today and for future generations.
Armed forces readiness – personnel and materiel (at national and international level)
Industry policy and innovation of existing and new materiel
Spatial development, regional development and real estate
Enhancing the Netherlands’ resilience at regional level
IT/digitalisation (at national and international level)
Integrated security policy and sustainability
Diversity
23 February 2026
AppointedMinister for Arms Procurement and Personnel in the Jetten government
March 2021 – 23 February 2026
Member of the House of Representatives for the CDA
June 2019 – February 2026
Army reserve officer (first lieutenant); granted special leave to serve as a member of the House of Representatives
March 2015 – April 2021
Member of the CDA group in Utrecht provincial council; leader of the group from 2019
January 2016 – March 2021
Property developer at Heyen Beheer BV
April 2006 – January 2016
Owner of BOSON engineering consultancy (previously known as BOSON drafting services)
June 2007 – October 2007
Real estate assistant at Korver Makelaars BV real estate agency
January 2005 – July 2005
Back office employee at Ruijgrok Makelaars real estate agency
January 2025 – February 2026
External PhD candidate, Utrecht University. Withdrew on accepting role as Minister for Arms Procurement and Personnel
June 2020
Reserve officer initial training (IRO), Royal Military Academy, Breda
September 2017 – June 2019
MSc in Urban and Area Development, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences
September 2013 – January 2014
Pre-master in Public Administration, Leiden University
September 2009 – July 2013
Construction Management, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
September 2005 – July 2009
Secondary vocational training in building engineering, ROC ASA, Utrecht
September 2001 – July 2005
Secondary education, Driestar College, Gouda
February 2022 – February 2026
Member of the general board, Netherlands Atlantic Association
January 2022 – 1 November 2025
Advisory board member, MBO Utrecht secondary vocational school
January 2021 – January 2023
Chair of ‘De Wegwijzer’ primary school board, Kockengen
January 2016 – January 2026
Member of the local Remembrance and Liberation Day committee, Wilnis
