Dutch PM in strong position to lead NATO with major powers' backing

The United States, Britain, France and Germany on Thursday all backed outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the Head of NATO, putting him in a strong position to win the leadership of the transatlantic alliance. 

Rutte is in a commanding position and the only official candidate for the post in the contest. A U.S official said that President Joe Biden strongly endorses Rutte’s candidacy to be the next Secretary General of NATO. 57-year-old Rutte has had good relationships with various British, European Union and U.S. leaders, including Trump during his tenure. A German government spokesperson said Rutte had Berlin's backing, praising him as an outstanding candidate.